9 Hems on an Overlocker!

Using a standard foot - and your machine - you can easily make any of these 9 different hems, using the techniques I have demonstrated in this video
Don't worry if you are struggling - just practice - and if you would like to learn more - Leave a comment below!
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[@kathybrigger9431]

In all my 65 years of sewing, I recently found that when pressing a curved hem or turn under for a pocket, if you press it from the top of the piece instead of on the underside, it is much easier to press. Especially on small edges that have been serged. It never occurred to me to do that before because how you are doing it is how I was taught. Recently I was making a dress for my granddaughter and was having trouble with the fabric getting little points and not looking so nice when pressing that little edge. Mind you, I have made wedding gowns and suits for men, so this seemed silly to me that this was an issue. Anyway, I pressed the piece flat and flipped it over because I am not one to let something whip me. I started turning the edge under and started pressing from the top and the piece came out beautifully and correctly pressed. Just a thought. I always pay it forward where I can when I learn something. Thanks for the video. Very informative.

[@strawberrystickerco.1194]

Hi Abi, I have just purchased this amazing overlocker too and was hoping you could tell me where you got the extension table from? Thank you :)

[@AbisDen]

Hi Strawberry. I sourced mine from Franklins in Colchester. I had to wait a few days but I think they have them in stock now x

[@strawberrystickerco.1194]

@@AbisDen Great! thank you x

[@raeweirdeadhead8004]

Next could you please teach us how to train a cat to walk around the machine and pins without causing someone to require emergency services, please? Great video!!

[@AbisDen]

Oh no!! Did you have an incident?

[@sheilajones4491]

Hi Abbi, I love your channel it is concise and to the point, I love that your vids are not too long but just wonder if you could extend the view of the finished hems for a second or two longer so I can get a good look at the finished result. I had to keep stopping and starting and in the end resorted to slowing down the speed of the video so I could take in the views. I hope you not offended as intended with love💕

[@AbisDen]

Hey Sheila, absolutely love your feedback. You’re right, but, I do get so concise sometimes that I may miss a relevant part. As you rightly say, I have to start slowing down a little . I really do appreciate the comment. It’s difficult to fix things if I don’t know it’s a problem, so thank you. I know the sentiment behind this is from a good place with good intent and I will take it on board, many thanks for commenting and giving me a chance to fix things x

[@ericjacobsen6901]

The "." and "," keys let you go forwards and backwards one video frame at a time, in KZbin.

[@MsFiBee]

That’s great! Very helpful explanation. I’m not even at beginner level serging yet, so understanding how it works first is a great help. 👏👏👏🤗

[@AbisDen]

Glad it was helpful! I agree, building up a good grounding first will help prevent any issues x please do subscribe and share the love ❤️

[@coalbuster]

Never seen anyone do a blind hem with two needles. Stitching in-between the two needles seems easier than trying to nick the edge with one needle like I was taught. Thanks for posting.

[@AbisDen]

You are welcome

[@scottgayler3085]

I really appreciate that even though you have a really nice serger, all of these techniques are completely applicable to an entry level serger. Everything was very clear and easy to follow. Great video

[@AbisDen]

Amazing. I’m so glad you have grasped that. I want to prove you can do this with any size machine. The skill is with you

[@kayjay6183]

This is the only demonstration I saw on a blindhem that was on a pant leg (in a circle) rather than a flat fabric sample. I wanted to edge and hem the pants without taking out the inseam. But I see now that I will have to trim the excess to shorten the pant first then work on the hem. That's ok. I might still just overedge and then use my regular machine since I don't really want so many stitches, but I will use this technique eventually.

[@sheilajones4491]

Thx Abi, I always look fwd to your content you add such valuable detail, I am doing some alterations and mending on knit garments as practice till I make one from scratch. I am new to the overlocker have got a basic singer one (Lidl special lol) it’s really good machine though for my needs. I’m also interested in uses of dif presser feet. I have sewn for years started on my mothers singer treadle and I have now acquired one - wonderful machine that taught me so much in my younger days. Keep doing what you are doing xx

[@AbisDen]

Oh, I’m so excited that you have a treadle machine. Such a throwback 💫🪡Wow! I love my Lidl overlocker. Definitely one of the better ones on the market, it’s plenty good for lots of tasks snd really so much better than some of the leading brands x happy sewing! 🧵✨🌷

[@susane945]

These are all the reasons I don't sew!! This lady is the best one I have seen. She certainly explains everything well. But I still loathe sewing!! Magnifier helps. But it's just something you either have or don't - a sewing brain and heaps of patience!!

[@pjacksreads536]

Thank you so much for this video. I bought a serger and received minimum support from the seller. I have been looking for some good references. This is really excellent!

[@AbisDen]

Thank you so much. I think sellers are just that. They sell

[@kathleenmeaney4130]

Thank you so much, Abbi, new to serving and ur videos are so easy to follow could I just ask is there an easier way to thread the needles x

[@janbraun362]

Wow. I have had my serger for years, and didn't know some of these tricks! Thanks.

[@AbisDen]

Happy to help!

[@sandrabrown7466]

Thank you Abbi. Great tutorial as always 😊xx

[@AbisDen]

Thank you Sandra x

[@jaytopham8514]

Thanks so much forbthis video. I recently bought a Janome overlocker and just getting to grips with all it can do. I need to turn up a pair of leggings that have a fleece lining or backing. This video is just what I needed to know to do the job. I'm very glad I have an overlocker. It was a bit pricey but well worth the money.

[@AbisDen]

Good luck! Stick with us. You’ll do great!

[@guillermocarrizo180]

Muchas gracias por el vídeo!!!

[@ermionitetziridou8119]

Ποσο κοστηζει; Για Ελλαδα

[@rourkuscreations]

Great simple explanation of each technique. Thank you xxxx

[@AbisDen]

Thanks Helen 🌷

[@ALOTABOB_]

umm the whole point off the differential is so you don’t have to pull. or try to control the fabric stretch. it literally compensates and does the work for you especially with knit or stretch fabrics - weird technique for lettuce edge

[@AbisDen]

If you have another technique I would Love to hear it x 💕 what you have to remember: the differential feed has a limitation of stretch. It’s only half to twice the rate. So to create a longer rate (or indeed shorter) you will have to stretch the fabric. But I am up for new ideas

[@c.w.847]

My cat LOVES it when I run my serger. Too cute. Thank you.

[@AbisDen]

Haha. So cute

[@megancroft7857]

How did you topstitch with your serger on the jeans?

[@AbisDen]

topstictching is done on a sewing machine :-)

[@koalasez1200]

First time I’ve heard anyone say to put the fold between the needles. Makes perfect sense, thank you. Lettuce edge…what about increasing the DF? Thanks for sharing your knowledge 🥰

[@ruthleader41]

which is the best way to hem some proper expensive trousers, with the overlocker?

[@AbisDen]

With confidence !

[@Braisin-Raisin]

If you also make a template from heavy paper (200 g/m2) of the pocket, and then pull the thread around it, it is even more accurate.

[@lynnettewilliamsfelton2829]

😢😭CAN YOU PLEASE HELP ME WITH A VIDEO ON HOW TO THREAD THIS MACHINE 😭😢

[@AbisDen]

Oh no!

[@MWieandSeamstresswithStyle]

I just joined your community and subscribed very happy to find you.

[@amandakirk5060]

Really helpful and well resented and explained. thank you for sharing your expertise!

[@m9larob]

Great tips! Where can I buy that light?

[@AbisDen]

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[@frankdearr2772]

Amazing, usefull, thanks for that video 👍

[@AbisDen]

Thank you 💫

[@frankdearr2772]

@@AbisDen 🙂

[@yaeldryer300]

Thank you so much!!! Much love from Israel ♥️

[@mariafernandez6537]

Excellent video! Lots of great info. TFS

[@paigearnold5355]

great demo! But, I could hardly hear you speaking. My volume was up all the way and still had trouble hearing.

[@AbisDen]

Maybe your yourtube settings are low ?

[@aprilflux6228]

Very helpful tips, thank you.

[@elsagonzalez363]

Muchas gracias Abi, I bought my serger years ago and up until now did I began to use. Never had any instruction, I do appreciate this video.

[@AbisDen]

De nada. If you have other suggestions, let me know in the comments

[@milipavsek4402]

Such good instructions very helpful, thank you 😊

[@AbisDen]

Thank you for your comment 💫🌷You’re welcome 😊

[@julieryles7461]

19.03 I have a 3 feed overlocker only, could I do most of these technics as on a 4?

[@begonial6151]

I use the three thread quite often since it is less bulky. The main difference is that 4 thread is stronger.

[@oddrunhaland]

Thank you, Abi!

[@omttulenew6079]

I would have liked to see the hems closer up. You were going too fast from one hem to the other.

[@AbisDen]

I’m so sorry! One alternative is in the settings ⚙️, you can slow the video down. Will that help?

[@TracieSmithpomeranian]

I just came across your channel. I really enjoyed the content. And the cat...

[@AbisDen]

Haha. Love the cats. Thank you and welcome 🤗 🙏🏽

[@kueichenglee7583]

THANK YOU 5:27

[@leedavis5958]

Hi Abi. Great tips. Love the new room. 😘😘👌👌

[@AbisDen]

Thanks Lee ! 🙏🏽

[@PegCoombes]

Great information and especially as I have this overlocker, will look 👀 to see what else you’ve serged on this model

[@AbisDen]

I have just made a pair of corduroy trousers and it was like a hot knife through soft butter. Didn’t need to change settings to make a satin blouse and again made a scuba pjs. Honestly. I hug this machine when no one’s looking .

[@PegCoombes]

Hope you made videos? So we can watch those as well

[@AbisDen]

@PegCoombes you know I get so caught up I don’t as much as I should

[@missalexa998]

Hi, what would be the best method and technique for hemming flounce? I have used the rolled hem method for non-bias fabrics and it turned out perfectly. When I hem flounce cut on the bias, there is a tendency to skip stitches or for the threads to not catch at all and I have to re-thread. I would appreciate any advice. Thank you!

[@AbisDen]

Is that in this machine?

[@missalexa998]

@@AbisDen I'm using a Brother 1634dx serger.

[@AbisDen]

@missalexa998 yes. That’s the problem. Brother machines are naff. Just keep at it. I always struggle with brother machines. It’s hit and miss

[@missalexa998]

@@AbisDen I wondered if that was it - I'm doing everything correctly. My standard sewing machine is a Baby Lock and I love it. Thanks for the reply!

[@reginascholz4806]

Very informative and to the point.

[@AbisDen]

Glad you think so!

[@christinei5490]

Thank you Abi, lots of useful tips.

[@AbisDen]

Thank you Christine

[@gmilinia]

I love your magnifying glass

[@AbisDen]

It’s great isn’t it? The daylight company lamps are brilliant

[@lorrainewhiting1267]

Great Ali thank you for sharing

[@AbisDen]

Thanks for watching

[@annwhite3019]

Thanks Abbie, for more great tips 👍

[@AbisDen]

Thanks Ann 💕🌷

[@donnanelson2967]

Yes love it ❤ new subscriber ❤

[@AbisDen]

Yay! Thank you!

[@hannahcoleman2940]

Great demo, thank you 🙏

[@AbisDen]

My pleasure!

[@saraaronzon4562]

That was awesome!

[@AbisDen]

Thank you!