Serger or Overlocker

This video is for beginners.  It's a short reminder about what to check on the serger before you start to sew. It also points out some differences between sewing on the serger and the sewing machine and demonstrates how to position fabric to start and end simple serger seams.

 Learn how to change your serger needles. Mine is a Janome Pro 4DX, but there are likely similarities to other serger models. 

 Learn how to thread your serger. Mine is a Janome Pro 4DX, and will likely be similar to other Janome models. However, there may be applications and hints that apply to other brands as well.

How do you lock your threads on a machine with no reverse button? 5 ways to do this are demonstrated in this tutorial - 2 on the machine, 3 off the machine. They include serging over your chain, turning the fabric and serging "backward", weaving the threads, tying a knot, and using seam sealant (a fancy name for fabric glue).