Mastering Your Overlocker — Workshop
Would you like to be more confident with your overlocker? In this friendly, hands-on workshop we’ll cover the essential techniques to get the best results from your machine. Ideal for beginners or anyone wanting a refresher.
What we’ll cover
Rolled hem: set-up, tension adjustments, and tips for neat, professional narrow hems on lightweight fabrics.
Gathering: methods for controlled gathers and how to combine with overlocking for clean seam finishes.
3- and 4-thread overlocking: when to use each, stitch adjustments, seam and edge finishing, and troubleshooting common issues.
Corners: turning and finishing corners cleanly with overlocker stitches and when to combine with conventional sewing.
What to bring
Your overlocker and basic accessories (needles, spare thread, tweezers).
Basic sewing kit (scissors, pins, seam ripper, note-taking materials).
4 Different coloured threads.
Time and place
Time: 10:00–12:00.
Please arrive 10 minutes early to set up.
What you’ll leave with
Practical experience on real fabric, clear settings for common stitches, and confidence to handle hems, gathers, seams, and corners with your overlocker.
Spaces are limited to ensure individual attention — reserve your spot early.
Mastering Your Overlocker — Workshop
Would you like to be more confident with your overlocker? In this friendly, hands-on workshop we’ll cover the essential techniques to get the best results from your machine. Ideal for beginners or anyone wanting a refresher.
What we’ll cover
Rolled hem: set-up, tension adjustments, and tips for neat, professional narrow hems on lightweight fabrics.
Gathering: methods for controlled gathers and how to combine with overlocking for clean seam finishes.
3- and 4-thread overlocking: when to use each, stitch adjustments, seam and edge finishing, and troubleshooting common issues.
Corners: turning and finishing corners cleanly with overlocker stitches and when to combine with conventional sewing.
What to bring
Your overlocker and basic accessories (needles, spare thread, tweezers).
Basic sewing kit (scissors, pins, seam ripper, note-taking materials).
4 Different coloured threads.
Time and place
Time: 10:00–12:00.
Please arrive 10 minutes early to set up.
What you’ll leave with
Practical experience on real fabric, clear settings for common stitches, and confidence to handle hems, gathers, seams, and corners with your overlocker.
Spaces are limited to ensure individual attention — reserve your spot early.
