Argh! Sewing Machine and Overlocker Needles Explained - HAx1SP and ELx705

[@pavlal.4552]

Thank you so much for this video. I have just broken my last overlocker needle yesterday and won't be able to get more any time soon, so this is definitely great news for me! ☺️👍

[@AbisDen]

You are so welcome!

[@christinehenwood4411]

Thank you Abi, I’ve never been sure which needles to use in my overlocker so this video was most welcome, in future I’ll use whatever I’d use in my sewing machine, much easier! Thank you !!

[@jamesedwardtaylor9750]

I really love the way you talk in detail about the overlook needles I wonder, do you have a video about the exact mechanics and results that overlook machines produce as well as the kind of seams that are created. Because I think my sister would be interested in knowing because she’s just finished working on splitting an overlocked one for me because I need a special slit on the inseam of two pairs of my slacks, I need those slits to accommodate medical device. I was lucky enough to once use an old-fashioned professional, overlock machine it was probably the most fascinating machine I have ever had a pleasure of using. The way it could put two pieces of fabric together while cutting the fabric at the same time following a pattern is a fabulous thing to have. Also, it was very good at adding reinforced hems and seams on the end of costumes and heavy duty high-quality fabrics on high fashion gowns. It adds extra heft to the bottom them.

[@teresaroberts7376]

Thanks for all that great information. Sometimes it feels like a math class looking at all those numbers. They certainly won't scare me now! 💜

[@AbisDen]

Exactly! It can be overwhelming at times. I'm glad to help x

[@camilaquebec6222]

Thank so much Abi for the great videos. This particular one is saving me from needle-stress 🙃

[@AbisDen]

You’re welcome 😊

[@joyfine4236]

thank you.... I have been wondering for a while what the difference is between Overlocker needles and sewing machine needles.

[@Terry3241]

Holy cow, this was so very helpful! I have been incredibly confused about all of the different types of needles for all of my different machines. So many letters and numbers to consider but now I feel like I finally understand all these codes. Thank you so much!

[@AbisDen]

Brilliant news, Terry. Glad I helped

[@sallyann130]

Absolutely amazing watching your video tonight I have learned so much Thank you Abi xx👍👍💋💋

[@AbisDen]

You are so welcome!

[@nuriagiralt617]

Thanks for the deep look into needles. I was about to buy special needles for my serger and decided to check first. I have decided to not be afraid of my serger and your videos are great help. Thank you!

[@herbetinatokwe]

Thank you very much Abi I needed this info. God's blessings.

[@tinaday4228]

Makes me feel much more at ease when choosing the correct needle for my projects.

[@Signal_feuer]

Too late! I already bought the serger needles, because that is what the manual said to use. 😄 One always learns something everyday! Thank You!

[@lunasmum6869]

I do use the ones which I am told to in the manual but it is good to know I can use others if I am out of the "correct" ones!

[@pennyhanson2598]

Great information Abi, thank you! Kind regards from Penny in Liverpool 🇬🇧😊💕

[@AbisDen]

Hi Penny 🎈

[@mariajose5026]

Thank's for these important tips. God bless you.🤗

[@AbisDen]

and you x

[@sweeky6855]

Thank you so so much for this Abi. I have tried to use my Nechi (I am a new sewer), I struggled for two days as my overlocker was not sewing anything on my stretch jersey. Then my suspicion's were confirmed by watching this, that I have to use the appropriate needles like I would in my sewing machine! Hey presto, its now overlocking like a dream! Thank you so much, I have now subscribed and watching the previous videos and they are all so helpful 😁

[@AbisDen]

Aw. Thank you for sharing and I’m thrilled for you xx 🪡💫

[@sherolbaines1583]

Thanks so much for this! My dilemma over! 🎉🎉🎉

[@StephanieLynneMI]

Thank you! I just subscribed. Love this.

[@AbisDen]

Awesome! Thank you! 🙏🏼 It

[@amandajenn-h3o]

Thanks for another informative & very useful video Abi …. You are such a star ⭐️ love watching & learning from you.

[@AbisDen]

Thank you 🌷

[@kimmangum5930]

Thank you SO much for all the info. I'm getting a great education from you! Only wish I could hear it better - is there a way to turn up the recording volume for ease of listening on playback?

[@AbisDen]

Hi Kim, I’m sorry that you can’t hear, I do check the videos are loud before they go out, is the volume on the video up as well as the volume on your gadget? Otherwise, thanks for your feedback and I will keep trying

[@tomowatts7610]

Thank u soo much for shearing ur wonderful knowledge！！

[@AbisDen]

Thank you Tomo x

[@trixiebelden8197]

Alot of really helpful information from you as always. Loved the graphics at the beginning; quirky and fun 🎊 Thank you! 👋🇦🇺

[@melissaturk6054]

Thank you soooo much Abi…. A wealth of information, without all the complications of mind boggling jargon 😬

[@vanessaroark8116]

Abi, thank you so much for your videos. I love watching them because you have good videos, with great visual and teaching instructions. Your videos are straightforward with no junk or drama in them, and you get right to the point; I really like that. I have 2- Brother Serger Sewing machines my first was a 1134D and the most recent, a 1034D, which is 3 yrs old; they look and work exactly the same except for a few minor details which really make no difference in any of their appearances inside or out. I actually was ready to buy a new one and just keep them both for parts, but I started watching your videos and was actually able to repair both of them to working condition. The 1034D stopped even sewing a chain, or even one stitch. I have adjusted both the upper and lower loopers, made sure the measurements for the needles, feed dogs, needle plate, differential feed and length have been adjusted /calibrated, After downloading the brother 1034D service manual. I just completed watching this video concerning adjustment on the tension discs, which I have also watched before but have never adjusted them. My stitches are actually looking good on both sides now, and the tension actually appears to be working great. The only problem right now my machine is having with my stitches is that about every 3 inches it skips between 2 to 3 stitches, and my left needle thread never catches, and I mean never. I have measured the loopers the needle height and everything else that I can fine tip to measure, and I honestly do not know What else to do to fix it. If there’s any recommendations that you could give me to try that you could notify me of, I would thoroughly appreciate it. Thank you so much, I appreciate you sharing your videos.

[@lorrainewilby2085]

Fantastic information, thank you so much. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@jackieclaire1]

Many thanks. I have been very frustrated trying to understand the mysterious of needles. Love your videos have learnt so much.😀

[@AbisDen]

You’re welcome 😊

[@beccssmith6285]

Saving big $$$ watching this Thanks heaps

[@AbisDen]

Thank you!

[@michellezevenaar]

Great timing, I am planning on replacing the needles that came with my second hand surger

[@colin101981]

Oh my goodness! Don't they make it hard for us? Thanks for clarifications Abby 😉😉

[@maureenchurch5384]

Thanks so much, Abi, for this video! I have learned so much from you as I become a better and better sewer with time using my Janome surger and Janome coverstitich machines. I have tried to research more information about the different types of needles “required” by the Janome line, but to no avail! This video has been the most helpful thing I’ve come across and you do a great job explaining the numbers and letter designations. Perhaps your efforts can help put an end to the great mystery of sewing needles!

[@AbisDen]

Thank you - I have linked some needles on my storefront here - www.amazon.co.uk/shop/abisden

[@jinnytripp9940]

Thank you sooo much ive been needing needles for my serger and living in hawaii they are hard to find!❤

[@AbisDen]

Ooh, I’d be happy with just living in Hawaii. 🙌🏽💕 🏖️

[@bits-and-bobs]

Another great video 👍 thanks Abi xx

[@rachelbentley8220]

Thanks so much for the video, it's really helpful.

[@Sooz3112]

Thank you Abi, this video has been so informative x

[@AbisDen]

Glad it was helpful!

[@veronicadebeer2563]

Thank you it was very helpful.

[@maireadcuffe]

Can you tell me is there a pacific thread for an over locker my thread keeps breaking on the needles only thank you for your videos

[@AbisDen]

There isn’t. You should be able to use any thread in your machine. Look for snags or something that’s making it catch

[@lunasmum6869]

Thank you Abi!! I have a Janome overlocker and it is not always easy to find the HA 1SP needles and I don't always want a stretch needle so it is really useful to find that I can use the 130/705 needles if need be. I have been sewing for years but there are still things to learn! Machines can be very finicky though. My embroidery machine, a Brother V3, was causing all sorts of trouble unless I used a size 90 needle. So, whatever I do on that machine, I use a size 90 universal needle. I decided to try the size 80 but it started to play up again. Is anyone has problems with threads breaking or threads getting thinner and thinner it may not be your machine but the needle you are using. After all, the needle is a very hard working part. Use only the best. Also, an expensive machine with cheap needles is asking for trouble. Apart from the overlocker needles I use Schmetz. There are other good makes out there but I would be wary of packs with a large number of needles and an unknown brand being sent from China. False economy.

[@AbisDen]

Thank you for your feedback. If your sewing machine V3 is struggling with anything but the 75 embroidery needle, I suggest contact Brother. That really shouldn’t happen. I had a V5 for a while and I know the Brother machines can be finicky. 90 is much too thick for embroidery 🪡 let them know. They should repair the issue for you :-) good luck 🤞🏼

[@rourkuscreations]

Thanks for this information Abi. I have been using regular needles and was confused when I was told I should be using overlocker ones. I scoured my Necchi overlocker handbook but couldn't find any information about needles at all. Now I know. 😀

[@AbisDen]

You’re welcome 😊

[@mic03chael]

Excellent explanation! However the sound level was very low?

[@AbisDen]

Apologies for that. Getting better. Maybe this needs a redo

[@rogerwellesley-smith4904]

Dear Abi, thank you for your very useful sewing and informative videos, however I have a request. Could you please take more care with setting the audio level on your KZbin video clips. I view your videos on an Apple iMac desktop, which has a very good speaker system. Even though I had the volume turned up to the maximum when watching this video, it was difficult to hear the audio. For a viewer, if the audio is too loud; it is an easy matter to turn the volume down, but if the audio is too low, nothing can be done; and an otherwise excellent video clip can be ruined. Thanks again.

[@AbisDen]

Hi Roger. I hear you. 🥴pun intended 🌷Hopefully, newer videos are better and my hope is to go back and re-visit some of the older videos to fix this issue. Thank you for taking the time to comment and feedback your thoughts 💭

[@AnnieSuzie]

I started sewing in August 2020. I feel ready to buy an overlocker. I know you have a few different ones. I’d like to buy a good state of the arc - self threader and all! May I ask you what make and model would you recommend please. Many thanks 😊

[@mongedagain]

thank you, that was brilliant

[@annamaxflair]

it may just be my hearing but the sound is very low . think you were sharing great information but even with my speakers turned way up i was missing what you were saying. any chance of this video getting subtitles added

[@Jo-hq6sp]

Hi! I have an Empisal companion overlocker from South Africa. It’s 30 years old. I’ve broken my lady needle, and lost it.🥲Anyone know what needle it has? The ones I’ve bought have are too big to fit in 🙈 The specs in the manual read Type 15x1, 705, 130 size 11, 14

[@AbisDen]

ANY needle for a DOMESTIC sewing machine will fit. HA is a household needle, that has a flat side at the top of the shaft, industrial machine needles are fully round. Good luck

[@Jo-hq6sp]

@@AbisDen thank you!

[@IzaryahIsrael]

Thank you

[@AbisDen]

🙏🏽🫶🏽

[@madp6755]

Hi Abi thanks for putting out all these helpful videos 🙌 can you help - my aldi Necchi cover slide plate wont pop up any more to change the bobbin. What can i do?

[@AbisDen]

If you take the needle plate off, you can see if you have a build up of fluff or something causing it to jam. Try giving the needle plate a clean and see if that helps. Otherwise you may need to contact Necchi to replace the needle plate if the spring is broken, I hope that helps

[@madp6755]

@@AbisDen thanks so much for your reply. I do keep my machine clean so I reckon its the spring. How could i send it off to them, I dont have the box any more 😂

[@AbisDen]

I really don't know. Maybe ask the shop you bought it from? I'm sure they will help you.

[@KSMP]

Sooooooo I can just use size 80 ball point needles in my Janome instead of the expensive ones they mention in the manual?

[@AbisDen]

You have to remember, the machine isn’t what makes money for the company, it’s all the little extras that you keep going back for. The feet, needles etc. if you buy their branded peripherals, they make a steady income from that.

[@alisonfield1906]

thank you so much I needed that. PS the audio is so quiet I had trouble hearing you.

[@AbisDen]

Sorry about that 😣🙌🏽

[@AbisDen]

Sorry about that 😣🙌🏽

[@elaine58100]

I have had my Janome 9300DX for 4 years and the broke a needle in the very beginning. Ever since I have been scared of my overlocker in particular needles! I tend to use (when I have the courage) my overlocker for woven fabrics to just finish off the seams. On the front of my machine it indicates HA-1SP needle # 11-14 So does this mean I can only use size 11 or 14 needles? Also if I wanted to make a T'shirt would I then change to a ball point needle? Sorry for not understanding, but this needle thing as really dented my confidence in using a overlocker 😒😒

[@AbisDen]

Hi Elaine, don’t worry about what manufacturers put in in the description as far as the needles are concerned. Use the needle that’s right for your fabric, as you would in the sewing machine, but maybe size up because of the speed of the machine, x

[@elaine58100]

Many thanks Abi. Your help is really appreciated. However I do have one more question. I'm never sure were I am supposed to be lining my fabric up, so I just guess and line up roughly were the needles or blade contacts the fabric. The thing that confuses me though are the lines & dots & the 5/8 on the looper cover. I understand them but why are they there? Can't line fabric with them too far away. With a sewing machine you just line up were the lines indicate to sew the correct seam allowance and you're done These overlockers are really puzzling at times 😕😕

[@ameliacarey3315]

Thank you for covering this topic. The volume was hard to hear. I had my volume turned all the way up and still struggled at times.

[@dshe8637]

Yes, I kept turning up the volume because it was hard to hear, then got an ad come on really loud which made me jump. Had to stop watching.

[@AbisDen]

Sorry about that :( Every time I think I have resolved one issue - another pops up :( I need to get tech savvy x Thank you so much for letting me know x

[@AbisDen]

Oh no!! I am so sorry about that x

[@lunasmum6869]

I have to use the subtitles or transcript as I am profoundly deaf. If you click on the three dots next to the 'save' icon you can have the transcript beside the video which is useful for hearing viewers as well as those of us who can't hear at all as you can go back over bits you have missed. The ads are very annoying when they come up in the middle of a video but I do realise we can't have these wonderful videos without the income You Tube gets from the ads. I lose the thread (sorry, bad pun!) and have to rewind.

[@dshe8637]

@@lunasmum6869 😊

[@colleengoodluck1651]

Is a 15 x 1SP the same as HA X 1SP? I think the 15x1SP is for my Coverstitch machine.

[@AbisDen]

Which cover stitch machine is that? They HA is a household needle. The SP is for super stretch (ballpoint needle for stretch fabric not jersey fabric) I’m not sure where the 15 comes in. Unless Janome have decided to use that instead of EL which stands for Elna. The needles are minutely longer but I used standard household needles and saw no difference

[@julieottaway177]

My Jaguar overlocker tells you to use the needles needed for the fabric

[@AbisDen]

That's right! I wish all manuals just said that, it would help people so much more, wouldn't it?

[@zillypaul4343]

Wow I love you

[@AbisDen]

Please subscribe and tell the world 💕🙌🏽

[@seirc5876]

I magnified and examined my Singer 2022 needles and they don't appear to be ball point?

[@AbisDen]

If you compare it to another standard needle, you should see a difference. X

[@mehere779]

The older (and very well made) Singer overlockers - the Japanese made Ultralock U14 series - will not accept standard 130/705 needles - you can only use the 2054 type specified by Singer, also known as 16X75 and SLX75. Standard domestic 130/705 needles are too fat to fit in the needle clamps. The last ones I bought were Schmetz and Organ make them too.

[@AbisDen]

Thank you 😊

[@potsbottlejars5551]

Video super quite

[@begonial6151]

I have always heard that the lower number, I. E. 14, 12 etc is US measure.

[@AbisDen]

It’s imperial as opposed to metric. People say it’s US because in European Union, the metric system is used and the US use metric. Now in the UK we still measure in both inches and cm

[@colleengoodluck1651]

CoverPro 1000 CPX

[@AbisDen]

Yes, I think it’s the Elna replacement code for the needles. Janome like to keep their own coding people to buy their products but ant ELx needle will do, I buy Schmetz or Prym ELx needles or like I said, any household domestic sewing machine needle works in all my coverstitch machines

[@djtblizzle]

Thoroughly confused 😢

[@AbisDen]

Oh no!

[@djtblizzle]

@@AbisDen yeah. I’m too new to understand the terminology and processes, and I just got an old serger. Hopefully it’ll make sense the more I use it. I’m just going to keep the needles in it that it came with. 😕

[@Bernietheoc]

👏🏻🧵

[@kueichenglee7583]

THANK YOU

[@AbisDen]

You are welcome