Serger Technique Club
If you love your serger for making garment and other projects easier and neater but want to know how to use its potential for decorative stitching, join us for new techniques each month to do just that! Whether your machine is new or much loved, we can have fun and learn together by making different projects using the full range of stitches sergers provide.
We learn a variety of techniques that are largely influenced by student interest. If there is a technique or item you'd like to learn, let Amberly know!
Projects will not be completed in class, but the techniques will be demonstrated and practiced so you understand how to recreate it at home. Coming to class with all materials prepared and ready to sew is a requirement.
April 25th - Serge It! Table Runner - Learn how to use utility stitches such as the flatlock and the wide 3-thread overlock stitch to create beautiful decorative stitches! Using heavier decorative threads (12- or 28/30-weight) makes these stitches come to life! No special feet are required, though a clear overlock foot will be quite helpful so you can see your stitches. Gail Yellen's pattern will be available for attendees once you are signed up for the class.
May 30th - Piped Bolster Pillow - We will use Barbara Goldkorn's Cutting Edge Serger Project pattern to make a fun bolster pillow! The pattern will be available in the store for attendees, at a discount once you are registered. We are ordering in cording to use for your piping, so it will be available in the store. This project uses a 4-thread overlock stitch, so all sergers are welcome to join us!
- learn how to gather and create puffing
- make piping using the 5mm cording/piping foot
June 23rd - Napkins! - We will make simple napkins similar to those in the table runner pattern in July. All you need is a machine capable of a 3-thread rolled hem and a little patience for the corners!
- turning corners without cutting your thread - a clear foot is VERY helpful for this
July 28th - Candy Cane Table Runner - Merry Christmas in July! Get festive for the holidays using decorative and functional stitches on your serger. Stitch up this giant candy cane patterned table runner. The pattern from Sookie Sews will be available in the store for attendees, at a discount once you are registered. A clear foot will be very helpful for this project.
- learn how to use the coverstitch for applique (a flatlock can be used for this also)
- chain stitching for decoration (a rolled hem can be used for a similar effect)
- curved piping for the ends of the runner - a 5mm cording/piping foot will be needed
August 25th - TBA - watch for more information!
You will need to bring your serger or combo/coverstitch machine in good working order (serviced in the last year or so), the stitch card, and manual if it is not a current Baby Lock, Bernina, or Bernette. Don't forget the power cord and foot pedal! Be sure you know how to thread the loopers or you will not be able to keep up. For some projects/techniques specialty feet can be helpful, those will be listed above and in the email you will receive before we meet.
While some techniques work best with a cover or chain stitch, Amberly will try to have tips on how to use overlock/serger stitches to create the look if you do not have a machine that will do these. In rare instances, only a cover or chain stitch will work, and those will be indicated in the class description.
Class fees will be refunded with a store credit if cancelled at least 7 days prior to the class date. On day of class, no refund will be given.
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Skill Details: | Confident beginners welcome. More advanced stitchers will find plenty of fun in these classes. |
| Requirements: | You must be comfortable with threading your serger and reading your stitch card or manual to determine what the recommended settings are for different stitches. |
| Instructor: | Amberly |
| Instructor Bio: | Amberly has been stitching for many years! She is comfortable with many brands of sergers and is ready to share these techniques with you. |
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