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Serger 101

This course is designed for those interested to learn the basics of serging. Read more.

5.0( 1 REVIEWS )
227 STUDENTS
57m
Course Skill Level
Beginner
Time Estimate
57m

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About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • Those who have sergers

What you’ll learn: 

  • Overcome your serging fears by learning all about your serger – how it works, simple threading techniques, and basic construction skills for successful serged projects.
  • Learn to select the most appropriate overlock stitch for any type of fabric, whether a delicate woven or a stretchy knit.
  • Gain confidence as you learn simple ways to serge curves, corners, and other tricky techniques with ease.
  • Make the most of your serger by applying new construction techniques and specialty stitches to create beautiful looks with a professional finish.

Requirements: 

  • No prior knowledge is required to take this course

Gain confidence using your serger with sewing instructor Margaret Smith. If you know the basics of serging, you’ll now discover how versatile your machine is! Begin with an overview of serger threading and maintenance. Then, learn how to create nine different types of basic stitches and create a serger stitch book you can reference again and again. For those tricky serger slip-ups, Margaret will show you how to troubleshoot common issues like poor tension, skipped stitches, fabric rippling and more. Now that you’ve refined your serging skills, put them to the test with three fun skill-building projects.

  • Overcome your serging fears by learning all about your serger – how it works, simple threading techniques, and basic construction skills for successful serged projects.
  • Learn to select the most appropriate overlock stitch for any type of fabric, whether a delicate woven or a stretchy knit.
  • Gain confidence as you learn simple ways to serge curves, corners, and other tricky techniques with ease.
  • Make the most of your serger by applying new construction techniques and specialty stitches to create beautiful looks with a professional finish.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you will have learned the basics of serging.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Get started today and learn more about the basics of serging.

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Introduction
Welcome 00:00:00
How To Choose A Serger 00:00:00
Serger Shopping Companion Sheet 00:00:00
Section 2 - Serger Thread And Needles
Thread 00:00:00
Serger Needles 00:00:00
Changing The Needles 00:00:00
Section 3 - Setting Up A Stitch Reference Book
Setting Up Stitch Book 00:00:00
My Serger Book – All Files 00:00:00
Serger Stitches And Uses 00:00:00
Serger Stitch Book Cover 00:00:00
Parts 00:00:00
Serger Troubleshooting 00:00:00
Serger Stitch Sampler Page 00:00:00
Section 4 - Getting To Know Your Serger
Unboxing Your Serger 00:00:00
Serger Accessories 00:00:00
Serger Parts 00:00:00
Section 5 - Threading Made Easy
The Two Types Of Threading Systems 00:00:00
Threading An Air Jet Serger 00:00:00
Threading A Serger 00:00:00
Section 6 - Stitches
Basic Stitches 00:00:00
4 Thread Overlock 00:00:00
Setting Up 3 Thread Overlock 00:00:00
3 Thread Overlock 00:00:00
Section 7 - Securing Thread Tails
Securing Thread Tails 00:00:00
Securing Thread Tails With A Sealant 00:00:00
Concealing The Serger Thread Tails 00:00:00

About This Course

Who this course is for:

  • Those who have sergers

What you’ll learn: 

  • Overcome your serging fears by learning all about your serger – how it works, simple threading techniques, and basic construction skills for successful serged projects.
  • Learn to select the most appropriate overlock stitch for any type of fabric, whether a delicate woven or a stretchy knit.
  • Gain confidence as you learn simple ways to serge curves, corners, and other tricky techniques with ease.
  • Make the most of your serger by applying new construction techniques and specialty stitches to create beautiful looks with a professional finish.

Requirements: 

  • No prior knowledge is required to take this course

Gain confidence using your serger with sewing instructor Margaret Smith. If you know the basics of serging, you’ll now discover how versatile your machine is! Begin with an overview of serger threading and maintenance. Then, learn how to create nine different types of basic stitches and create a serger stitch book you can reference again and again. For those tricky serger slip-ups, Margaret will show you how to troubleshoot common issues like poor tension, skipped stitches, fabric rippling and more. Now that you’ve refined your serging skills, put them to the test with three fun skill-building projects.

  • Overcome your serging fears by learning all about your serger – how it works, simple threading techniques, and basic construction skills for successful serged projects.
  • Learn to select the most appropriate overlock stitch for any type of fabric, whether a delicate woven or a stretchy knit.
  • Gain confidence as you learn simple ways to serge curves, corners, and other tricky techniques with ease.
  • Make the most of your serger by applying new construction techniques and specialty stitches to create beautiful looks with a professional finish.

Our Promise to You

By the end of this course, you will have learned the basics of serging.

10 Day Money Back Guarantee. If you are unsatisfied for any reason, simply contact us and we’ll give you a full refund. No questions asked.

Get started today and learn more about the basics of serging.

Course Curriculum

Section 1 - Introduction
Welcome 00:00:00
How To Choose A Serger 00:00:00
Serger Shopping Companion Sheet 00:00:00
Section 2 - Serger Thread And Needles
Thread 00:00:00
Serger Needles 00:00:00
Changing The Needles 00:00:00
Section 3 - Setting Up A Stitch Reference Book
Setting Up Stitch Book 00:00:00
My Serger Book – All Files 00:00:00
Serger Stitches And Uses 00:00:00
Serger Stitch Book Cover 00:00:00
Parts 00:00:00
Serger Troubleshooting 00:00:00
Serger Stitch Sampler Page 00:00:00
Section 4 - Getting To Know Your Serger
Unboxing Your Serger 00:00:00
Serger Accessories 00:00:00
Serger Parts 00:00:00
Section 5 - Threading Made Easy
The Two Types Of Threading Systems 00:00:00
Threading An Air Jet Serger 00:00:00
Threading A Serger 00:00:00
Section 6 - Stitches
Basic Stitches 00:00:00
4 Thread Overlock 00:00:00
Setting Up 3 Thread Overlock 00:00:00
3 Thread Overlock 00:00:00
Section 7 - Securing Thread Tails
Securing Thread Tails 00:00:00
Securing Thread Tails With A Sealant 00:00:00
Concealing The Serger Thread Tails 00:00:00

Course Review

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  1. Anonymous

    Awesome

    5.0

    Margaret was an awesome instructor. I’ve had a serger for years and learned a lot more from taking this course. Highly recommend it even if you are not a beginner.

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