Sewing Class: Understanding a Serger or Overlocker Machine

Get to know your overlocker or serger and its functions and unlock a world of creativity!


Indy Bindy Fabrics
Indy Bindy Fabrics
Instagram followers12k
5.0 (2)

1.5 hours Class size 1 to 2

label $100 - $130 (or 4 payments of $25 - $32.50 Afterpay)
($130 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $100 for 2 guests)

In this beginner sewing class in Canberra, you'll discover the many functions of an overlocker machine. Learn the basics and take home a wealth of knowledge to start experimenting with at your leisure.

Get ready to dive into the wonderful world of serging! This class is perfect for those who want to sew knits or finish their seams with ease but are feeling intimidated or unsure where to even start.

This personal one-on-one class will set you up for success, including:

  • Identifying the parts of your machine
  • Threading your overlocker
  • Four-thread, two-needle function
  • Three-thread, single-needle function
  • Changing back from three to four thread
  • Practise samples
  • Tension
  • Finishing the ends
  • Overlocking corners and curves
  • If time allows: Rolled hem and lettuce edges

Aims will guide you through each step during the 1.5-hour session, ensuring that you never feel overwhelmed.

All the materials and equipment you'll need for the class are provided, including fabric, thread, and overlocker. However, if you have an overlocker/serger, it’s advised to bring it so you can familiarise yourself with its unique functions.

You'll also get to choose a time that suits you too! Usually offered Monday - Friday, between 9 am - 5 pm.

The supportive environment will help boost your confidence as you learn new skills and tap into your creative side. Get ready to experience the joy of sewing!


Knowledge required
Absolute beginners welcome.
 
What you'll get
  • Private mentoring to learn the basic functions of an overlocker.
  • All the materials and equipment you'll need for the class are provided.
What to bring
Just bring your enthusiasm and curiosity to make the most of this wonderful opportunity. But if you have an overlocker/serger, it’s advised to bring it so you can familiarise yourself with its unique functions.
 
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 11 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

This would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, anniversary gift or birthday gift.

Location

Turner, ACT

Exact location is masked for privacy. You'll automatically get the specific address after booking.

Sewing Class: Understanding a Serger or Overlocker Machine location
Your teacher
Indy Bindy Fabrics
Indy Bindy Fabrics

Instagram followers12k
5.0 (2)

Aims Watts is the founder of INDY BINDY Fabrics - an online fabric store that supports independent Japanese designers, introducing their textiles to sewists all over the world.

Aims is a coffee drinking, big earring wearing, print and colour lover. Nothing lights her up more than sharing her passion for sewing and inspiring creativity.

Aims also hosts the INDY BINDY Sewciety, a membership where she helps garment sewists of all levels to get the most out of their sewing practice through monthly classes, live calls, incredible guest experts and so much more to get the sewing inspiration flowing!

Aims has been sewing since before she can remember and she can not wait to welcome you into the world of sewing!

2024-05-10 15:00:00
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