How to Use Coverstitch Machine Binders (plus Generic binder & plate for Juki Coverstitch Machine)

[@GingerheadCo]

How to sew a top using a binder for neckbands & armhole bands is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIitonaIp5qFjqM

[@leannenatkaniec1983]

AWESOME! MOST USEFUL AND PROFESSIONAL VIDEO I HAVE FOUND ON BINDING STRETCH FABRICS! THANK YOU

[@brendajefferson5984]

Excellent video demonstration! Miss your videos❤😊

[@softwarmsteveaustin3206]

This is exactly the video I was looking for. Just bought myself the Juki MCS 1500 today, and thank you for making me feel confident with the binding attachment!

[@janicelemay]

Excellent tutorial, thank you very much for posting this.

[@sew4funoz]

Thank you for this excellent tutorial!

[@streamstriss]

Wonderful video with so much great knowledge. Thank you!

[@laurajones4088]

Excellent, Alex! I received one as a "gift" when I bought my machine but haven't tried using it. Was going to go to dealer for a lesson but haven't been able to because of lockdown so this is very helpful!

[@GingerheadCo]

Yay ♥️ you can have a go and see how it goes - the binders can be expensive so it's a really good gift! Practice on scraps first because it takes a few times to find the best position for your binder, but every time gets easier 😁 it's good to have all the extras 😁 skills as well as the tools 😊 have fun 😊x

[@denisedagnone4115]

Thank you Alex for the video . Been too nervous to try but will have a go after watching you 💗🇦🇺

[@GingerheadCo]

Have fun Denise ♥️ and give yourself some time to practice, it takes a few practice rounds to get the placement spot on (but once you get it, it'll be perfect 😊) x

[@bethh6527]

What a great video - thank you! I have the MCS-1500 like you show in the middle of the video, and you even showed attaching the plate first... I'm going to be ordering from Erika as I've heard very good things about her products. I love my coverstitch machine, but it's only been used for hemming and chainstitching so far (in 3 years) so I know it can be used for much more!

[@Beyondthepinkdoor]

Thanks for a great video Alex, super informative as always. I'm going to watch it again to take it all in and then go and look to see what binder attachments are available for my machine.

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Andrea 😊Janome makes their own binder so it's even easier to attach 😊 (Juki doesn't, that's why I use the adapter plate and binders that are generic) Have fun binding (if you do 😉 ) x

[@Beyondthepinkdoor]

Gingerhead & Co that’s fantastic, thank you Alex ..

[@janetwilliams7705]

Thank you for the invalluable information!

[@lpga8007]

Such an informative tutorial. Priceless tips !

[@SewingBunny]

Ohhh I hope one day to have a cover stitch! I love how neat it looks 😁 x

[@GingerheadCo]

I love mine but they are definitely not a "must have" machines 😉 but I do love machines 🤣 if only I had a bigger house (and loads of money 🤣) x

[@amandarossouw493]

As always an awesome eye opening explanation for those of us that are new to cover stitching thank you so much.👍

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊

[@balangabi]

Omg i bought an generic binder for my Janome coverstich and wasn't working, didn't know I need that plate. Thank you

[@GingerheadCo]

You can try attaching it with some masking tape (or any tape that doesn't leave marks on your machine) or use blu tack (I've never tried but I know people do it)

[@balangabi]

@@GingerheadCo that's a good trick, I will try it. Thanks

[@katherinelaw3592]

Very informative video., I’m about to try one for the first time 😀 Thank you Alex

[@GingerheadCo]

Good luck (and the first time is the hardest, but I promise: every next one is easier 😊 it's the placement that is a bit tricky, every fraction of a millimetre makes a difference) x

[@eileenmccallum1239]

Thankyou, great tips especially re the slinky fabric to be cut a bit wider

[@GingerheadCo]

I'm glad you find it useful 😊

[@EileenR11]

Thank you - very informative!

[@GingerheadCo]

I'm glad you liked it 😊 x

[@RomiW]

Very helpful tips… thanks a lot! 😊

[@loriannpayne4483]

I love my binder attachments for my Baby Lock machines. Great Video Alex!

[@GingerheadCo]

Thanks Loriann 😊 they are great, aren't they? Babylock has the most extra feet (I must have spent almost as much on the feet as on the machine 🤣🤣🤣) I think you will also have a new coverstitch soon (I mean: you, people in the USA 😁 we have them much later here and not always under the same name 😉) Exciting 😁♥️

[@zenbrooklyn]

These tips are AWESOME! Wow thank you so so much for this information! Exactly what I need and so I am now your newest subscriber. ❤️💕

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊

[@pollydolly9723]

So much information in this video, thanks Alex! If I am ever brave enough to try anything other than a seam finish on my overlocker, I will reference this.

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Nancy 😊 I know my coverstitch videos are super niche, but even if they help one person, I'm happy 😀 and you never know, you might fall in love with a coverstitch one day 😉 xxx

[@patricialynch6532]

Thank you!

[@GingerheadCo]

😊

[@bellepoupee61]

Bonjour Alex, fantastic video, I am saving it into my Coverstitch folder! You are a champion of coverstitch! Hehehe... Christine 🇨🇦

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Christine 😊 I'm honoured to be put into your coverstitch folder 😁 (I'm an addict,I use my coverstitch machines every day 🤣 currently making face coverings...😷😷😷😷😷😷🥵)x

[@suepratt2536]

This is very helpful Alex. Thank you. Although I'm still not sure if I want one 😂😉😘

[@GingerheadCo]

It's not my favourite way of finishing necklines, but I like my toys 😁 I actually use it more for making tops with rouleau loops type of straps (and to finish pockets on my leggings 😁) x

[@ebbram9879]

Brilliant info thank you. i have a babylock and thinking of getting the single fold binder, i was looking at cheap ones but maybe i should go for babylock brand as i've heard they fit better,

[@lynngreen4201]

Great video. Thanks

[@KcMart]

Thank you for such an informative video. I have a Juki coverstitch and brought a generic binder but I need to buy some washers,. Can you tell me what size you used. And do you know if Juki will be bringing out a binding foot, i hope they will soon. Thank again for your help.

[@StitchedUp]

Brilliant info Alex, I need to check my coverstitch now to see if I'm able to attach one of those things and have a go x

[@GingerheadCo]

I don't think you can get the original bernette binder but the one from Sweden with an adapter plate will work (you can buy both the plate and various binders there, Erikassyskrin.se, I have them and they are great quality - like my babylock ones, not like my industrial ones) It takes a bit of practice but once you find your "sweet spot" it's easy 😊

[@StitchedUp]

Gingerhead & Co thanks lovely I’ll take a look

[@aleciacope3503]

Thank you for mentioning this online retailer! I found binders and a universal plate for my Babylock Evolution (combo machine).

[@Retrovangal]

Amy, I started using my new Juki and Erika Sycren binder today - with your advice it worked amazingly . Thank you love your videos - not sure about the snake in your sewing room . We have too many venomous snakes in Australia

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊 I totally understand your reservations about the snake (but he's more like an earth worm really 😉) x

[@Retrovangal]

Sorry I realised I had your name incorrect Alex. Earth worm I could deal with , I’m sure it’s a lovely sewing companion 😊keep up the great videos

[@GingerheadCo]

@@Retrovangal Haha, no problem, I'm not good with names so I don't mind 😉

[@blushproof9840]

Thanks- the video is very helpful!

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊

[@lynneprentice4278]

Brilliant Alex! Thank you so much! I have been struggling with the binder attachment and it has been down to placement - one of your common errors 🤣🤣! When I played around with it, I got it right. Do you have any tips for marking the correct placement for future projects or is it a case that every project needs a different position? P.s. I am going to make the dogs some coats this week and I may well use the binder attachment ! I will of course be referring to your awesome tutorial 😘😘

[@GingerheadCo]

Thanks Lynne 😊 I have actually marked the placement on one of the binders (one of the ones with a rake, you can just see it when I talk about them. Looks like a pair of boobs 🤣) and it made finding the right spot easier (though it is not 100% precise because you can push the binder to the front or back on the same screw position and the placement will be changed) Don't mark anything on the machine, even if you don't need a plate, you'll have to use the same screw holes, so no point marking anything there 😉 and after a few sessions you'll actually stop needing any markers, our brains are pretty amazing 😁 x

[@Everyoneisanartist776]

Great stuff! Thx 🫶🏽

[@andreareichert9329]

Hi Alex!I I'm trying to decide what is the best size for my Janome Coverpro 1000 mostly for tshirts and tshirt dresses. On Amazon, they give lots of sizes but I'm kind of lost. Thanks for your help. Andrea

[@lillyr1786]

So helpful. I’m in the USA can I purchase the binder you have? Will she ship to the USA? Btw I have a Kansai industrial coverstitch, always skips over thicker seams. I’m going to try to lower the pressure foot and maybe lengthen the stitch

[@janicek6399]

I almost bought one for my sewing machine at week!

[@GingerheadCo]

I don't use them all the time but they can be useful (especially if you want to bind a few things quickly) If you buy one mark your placement on the binder (with a felt pen) - it saves time when you want to find the perfect placement next time 😉 x

[@jagh1022]

Can you show the different stitches you get when you remove some of the threads.

[@Lalove10]

Can the Erikas Syskrin binder attachment work with the Juki MO-50en overlock machine?

[@sicksadworldd]

Today i have tried binder for the first time. Maybe i was to ambitious and the first thing i was sewing was binder for baby onese. I have problems with curves :( not neckline but at them bottom where the snaps are. Any tips for that?

[@musikkfamilien]

I heard one professional sewer say you should not use synthetic tread in the needles? Just the looper(s). Any reaction to that?

[@anne-rinkekruk2847]

Thank you very much for this video, it was very hard to find any information on using a binder at a Juki MSC-1500. Just a few questions; you have a Juki and a Babylock? Do you use them for different purposes? Which one do you find the easiest to work with?

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊 I have both (and an industrial Juki), I love both but I actually prefer the Juki, my babylock is a bit more fussy, when I go over the seams I have to slow down or use compensation on thicker fabric. But babylock has all the binders (to be bought separately and they are expensive, but they are good and fit perfectly ) The Juki takes longer to "master" (you really have to thread it correctly) but I don't mind that. I really love the little Juki, it has coverstitched perfectly various projects with no fuss and the stitch was always beautiful. I would always recommend trying before you buy because no machine is perfect for everyone 😉

[@anne-rinkekruk2847]

@@GingerheadCo Got the Juki as a present from my husband :) so I didn't have the opportunity to compare. It is possible to return it within a year when buying an other cover machine, I will see if Juki and I will become friends in the mean time :) So, very glad that you have such wonderful videos!

[@GingerheadCo]

@@anne-rinkekruk2847 the only issues I've ever had with it were because of the threading (even though I would have sworn it was right 🤣) I wouldn't change mine, I used it pretty much daily for 2 years and I'm amazed how sturdy it is 🙂 hopefully you'll love yours, too 😁

[@KcMart]

Can you tell me where I can buy Erika Sycren binder . Thank you

[@RoDRigue-nl4ky]

Hello i have a technical question. At 3:54 : how many cm (centimeters) is there between those two screw please ?

[@sheryllhansen1852]

Looking towards buying the Judi 1500 or the Brother CV3550. Do you wish it had a larger workspace on right side of needle? Does it do well for think fabrics like over denim seams as well as fine lightweight knits? Do you miss a free arm? What machine would you purchase today? Thank you in advance.

[@GingerheadCo]

Hi Sheryll, I would definitely buy the same machine again (or an industrial Juki coverstitch if I had enough room 😊) but everyone likes something different, so try before you buy 😊 the small harp space doesn't bother me much, my machine has no problem sewing jeans (3 layers) or sports lycra. There's always some learning curve with every machine but I have never had a problem (unless it was my fault 😉 threading is the best example) 😊

[@MeSeeVeeTee]

This is a great reference for me. I have the Juki 1700 and have done many hems but would like to accomplish neater bindings on t-shirts and undergarments. I'm curious. When you get to the stitching, are you using the higher end or the lower end attachment you showed at the beginning? I would like to decide which to search for & buy. Thank you very much.

[@GingerheadCo]

I use the one from Erika (from Sweden) and the babylock ones - I don't often use the generic one from China (it's not horrible but it's definitely not as good as the Swedish one)

[@MeSeeVeeTee]

@@GingerheadCo Thank you. I started to follow Erika so I can begin to figure out where to begin. It's too bad Juki hasn't offered these yet in the US (I'm jealous Australia!) but I know they're fairly new to the home sewing sector (as apposed to industrial) and I hope they will only expand their attachment offerings in the future. Your presentation content and clarity is awesome. Following for future!

[@janmiller1850]

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[@kaclrks]

Thanks for this very informative video! Can this technique be used to apply fold over elastic, especially if under tension (eg for the leg holes of underwear)? Cheers!

[@GingerheadCo]

yes, it can - it's single fold so use a single fold binder and you need some practice, but it works with FOE 😊

[@blushproof9840]

Thanks- the video has been a great help! Have you worked with a binder on a circular arm coverstitch? I’m really struggling!

[@GingerheadCo]

There’s another video with a simple method of closing bound seams on necklines and armholes (it’s in the same playlist but I think I worked on the baby lock there) I tend to use the industrial method (so sewing flat then closing seams) but you can do it in the round by cutting the end of the binding at an angle, stopping a couple of inches before your beginning and folding the binding edges under (by hand or rather: using an awl ) and going over that with the coverstitch slowly, you might need to use the hand wheel to do it. I don’t have a video with this method (I find it very fiddly and I don’t actually think it looks better, but some people do, so you can try and see what you prefer) but it’s how quilts are finished so there’s lots of videos showing it, but on a regular sewing machine.

[@blushproof9840]

Thanks. I'll give that a try.

[@lauraferretti4920]

Can you tell me the settings you use on the juki please for the binder please?left and centre needle to wide needle settings? needles on 4.5? and stitch length 3.5/4? Thanks in advance.

[@GingerheadCo]

Needle (or looper) tension doesn't depend on whether you use binders (and generally you don't need to play with it too much) I generally tend to use longer stitch (unless I need shorter one for thin fabric or lace) so my stitch length tends to be 3.5 to 4. If you use binders for anything above very light weight (remembering that it's a few layers because of the binder) you shouldn't have high tension (so, kind of 3 or 3.5 , maybe up to 4) tou might need to lower the looper tension to L on very heavy fabric and maybe turn the pressure foot presser knob a bit up. But this machine needs very few adjustments (differential feed is probably more useful- but that depends on what results you are getting) Hope that helps (if you have big issues it's unlikely to be the tension)

[@lauraferretti4920]

@@GingerheadCo thank you!! that helps lots and is exactly what settings i have been trialling too- thank you! will watch more tutorials from you in future

[@Moneybags8989]

Please can I have some help. I bought a machine advertised as industrial coverstitch but its not. These store bought ones have huge feet making it impossible to bind a very tiny narrow turning points for envelope onesie (or baby bodysuit newborn or 0-3mth) to manoeuvre such huge dips and turns without stretching the fabric or lifting the foot causing skipped stitches. Can these machines do it? I have invested my last cent and cant afford anything else. I refuse to zigzag it, it’s disgusting unprofessional and just plain ugly. I want a coverstitch finish. Please offer some advice.

[@tdodo3026]

Thank you for the video. You mentioned using wooly nylon, do we use it for upper or lower loop? Also, can you demo how to use single fold on a double fold binder? Thanks so much

[@GingerheadCo]

The woolly nylon should be used in the looper (there's only 1 looper in coverstitch machines) and if there's any pulling or skipped stitches the looper tension should be lowered (in some cases you can skip one threading step, the pigtails just before threading the finger - but I have never needed that) You can, in theory, use woolly nylon in needles, too, but domestic coverstitch machines tend to play up when they are all threaded with stretchy thread - but you can try if you want. You need bigger size needle as woolly nylon is bulky (but looper is enough to make the seam soft) 😊

[@tdodo3026]

Hahaha. That’s right. Thanks for writing back.

[@tdodo3026]

Hi Alex, i was using the binder today on the triumph and i have a really hard time. It keeps slipping off the left and eventually went off the the garment. I then try without any garment (no neckline, armhole or anything) and it's still going to the left eventually. Do you know why that is? Thanks

[@GingerheadCo]

The binder needs to be in the perfect position (you can mark where the screws are when you find it, I use black felt pen) and it can be a bit fiddly at first. Try moving the screws by fraction of an inch (or a millimetre 😉) till you find what works. It gets easier every next time x

[@tdodo3026]

Thanks Alex

[@anessaharris9947]

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[@eileenhollins8735]

Brilliant video, it’s the only one I’ve found for Juki 1500 machine…can you tell me before I buy, did you use the Erikas attatchment for the video please ? 🧵✂️many thanks x

[@davidcharles8899]

thanks that was fabulous .aileen.

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊