How To Create A Flatlock Stitch (Serger / Overlock Machine)

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In this video, we teach you how to create a 3 thread and 2 thread Flatlock stitch. You see this used often in athletic wear, but it's also a great decorative feature.
Be sure to use quality serger thread, like Maxilock, when working with an Overlock Machine. The cheap thread always leads to tears. And remember, these are just starter setting, don't be afraid to play around with your settings and see what you create!
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[@bernicebarnes3484]

Hello! I have been sewing for a very long time since high school. Over 60 years doing the best past time in my life ever. All these little teaching tools/lessons you see here are the best. They are top-notch in every way. Simple easy and very well explained and what a neat lesson...plain and simple and well spoken. We can all learn something right here...Thanks so much for showing us all how to sew like a pro.The sewing how-to's tutorials are the best right here! I'll keep watching here for more! When it comes to sewing I will always want to learn more new things everyday. That's the best part of sewing!!

[@misslesterb]

You could not possibly have explained this more clearly. Thank you so much!

[@jeanedavis7486]

Thank you for this video. I have learned a lot and have been using a serge for over 20 years. I love learning about my machines. Again thank you

[@carlynholmes]

Really good information. I've learned many things from your tutorials. Thanks!!!

[@sharps33]

Genius! I tried it on my new Juke, thank you tons!

[@Cyrilmc222004]

Thanks very informative indeed. I'm very new to surging, and it's all a learning curve.

[@endlessdznsbycarrie8356]

Sarah, this was yet another great tutorial! Thanks for the link for the thread you used!

[@ssarryo]

Thanks for the help! This method actually works on my serger. I tried the instructions for flat-locking as explained in my serger manual, but they didn't work. Thanks again! :)

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Glad we could help and good luck on your dresses!

[@marwagaberk_ksh]

You are amazing I searched a lot for the explanation of the flat lock, but I could not find a simple explanation like this, thank you 🤩

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Our pleasure! :)

[@burmesejade4080]

😊I thought exactly the same thing! More than 6 videos later I luckily came across this lady's tutorial🎉

[@elysiab2453]

my goodness those were some great, clear, and insightful tips...I am brand new to serging and I would love to learn more from you....sharing your settings and setup would be so helpful in the videos...but taking the time to share things you are thinking and what you have learned about serging is so helpful and will definitely keep your viewers coming back for more more more..... I had to subscribe when I saw you cared enough to clearly talk us through the process...do you do decorative serging...or have you learned many ways to use your serger for decoration...brother gives such a crappy overview on what all you can do with the serger..settings troubleshooting etc...it would be so helpful to have a channel full of tips techniques and how you overcame issues with your serger so as to keep us from encountering them. all the best and thanks for your time and sharing and caring! Blessings, E.

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hi! It's the same thing for creating a seam, except you have two raw edges together. You still have the wrong sides together and you still want the stitches to hang over the fabric. A 3 thread is great for seams, however a 2 thread isn't as secure and is more for decoration and saving thread.

[@AddLoveTM126]

Awesome!👏Thanks A Million!❤️

[@elysiab2453]

Sara being new to serging...I kind of dont want to have to take out a needle thread back and forth for different serging....Can you do a 4 thread flatlock on a serger? If so, what would your settings/set up be for that? Thanks for your help! Please be sure to add serger tips and techniques that you have and that you encounter or learn...especially trouble shooting :-) It would help us new people sooooo much and old too I'm guessing...who doesn't love new insight! Love your channel and I'm loving your serger series and praying you'll keep adding to that playlist forever...:-) Blessings, E

[@damadarby7607]

Wow, love this video. I have the same machine. Never proper training. Honestly I didn't know how to move my blade. Thanks for showing that. I love this new flat lock stitch. I want to add it to my pillowcase mission dresses. Called that, but I don't use pillowcases, just reg material. Can make them for like a $1.25 each that way. Thanks!

[@jacqulyndavis.7039]

very very helpful!

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Thank you for watching, Carrie!!

[@williamsews]

I do have to be more adventurous with my overlocker, I only use it on shirt seams. Thanks for this, I shall be trying this method.

[@blastbeats_mockmeats]

THANK YOU

[@Luke-cy2ye]

hey I have a Janome 9200D overlocker, can I get a spreader for this so I can 2 thread flatlock?

[@GrandpaZedTV]

With the first flat lock example, could you do the same with two loose ends and engage the cutter?

[@gursahibsohi9938]

i m your fan.

[@grumpy_poo]

Flat lock is also useful for sewing pieces of wadding together for quilting...

[@KtGreatest]

Thank you!

[@SewingPartsOnline]

You bet!

[@lenaefalcone1219]

what are your side tension and stitch length set at?

[@brwnsuga00]

Can I use this stitch in place of a cover stitch?

[@alicemcquillan9764]

Can you create any of these seams on an ordinary seeing machine?

[@PracticallyArtStudio]

It's great that you showed this but I'm unclear as to how it works for seams since you basically only showed the decorative (folded edge). I've always tended to straight-stitch my seams then finish with serger but I thought a serger stitch is supposed to be strong enough.

[@elysiab2453]

Does most sergers come with the 2 thread spreader do hickey? I am really hating my brother manual...all the other languages on the page and uneasy to follow...I just hate it...do your recommend any good reference books? Can you add some videos with you creating garments and functional or even sellable items with the serger? Thanks for your patience and caring ...you show that you care about your views by providing clear and in depth insight...and that's why I'll always be a fan of your channel...thanks again!

[@namalea]

How can you do this with 2 pieces of material? In the video you just have 1 piece folded over, can I sew 2 pieces together doing this?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Namilea LOTI Yup, you can use two pieces.

[@Mrmtl100]

How?

[@sonmezlevent]

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[@bauman11]

I do need a spreader but I don't think my machine will equip one. It's a janome juno 3434d.

[@gregnixon9484]

Hi What is the brand and style of that machine?

[@zainabmuzammil6643]

Hi you explain perfectly but I still don't get it why and where exactly in garments are these type of stitching is done :( please help..

[@cierrafarmer3246]

My stitch will not open. I have my right looper on 1, and I’ve tried my upper and lowers in 8 as well as 5. On 8 it will open but not all the way to lay flat and on 5 it won’t open at all.

[@littlebabushkaco7602]

Hi! Does this flatlock stitch compromise the hem? Like if I use it on a side panel for leggings?? Thanks!

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hi! The 3-Thread Flatlock can be used for constructing seams. However, I would not recommend it to be used in high-stress areas unless you have an industrial overlocker.

[@medilanianunez8414]

My mom has an Overlock singer 14T948DS and she has a lot of time trying to make a small stitch with her to make the stitch 1/4 inch wide this stitch is possible and if it can tell me how it is done thanks

[@laurischannel7783]

hey there, Can I make quality yoga pants with this technique? The inseam and crotch seams in higher end yoga pants usually use a flatlock.. Would this stitch be strong enough for the seam in Yoga pants?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Laurie Smith Hi! I haven't personally tried it, but I've seen it as well. However, those are usually made with a very expensive flatlocking machine. I say test on some scraps, pull on the seam like it would be stretched during yoga, and see what happens.

[@patsydease2989]

What kind of thread for my Genome8002d for the new polyester knits

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hi, Patsy! I would use these ones: goo.gl/4epJPb

[@sherrilees]

can you do that on a serger that does not flatlock?

[@Licazy]

I have this machine for a long time, I never knew how to do that.

[@sahebanmalik951]

You interested for sale

[@singhsahabthegreat9098]

Can u pls tell me the name and model number of this machine

[@eidimajid1104]

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[@jonersonandjoviennesingson1508]

Thank you so much for this informative video. I was wondering if I could do this with my Janome Serger MyLock 203? I tried to do and I couldn't figure it out? Please help.... Thanks again!

[@annaavidan6607]

what kind of threads should I use for my senger?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

You're best off with serger specific thread. I really like Maxi Lock. It's affordable and performs very well. Here is a list: goo.gl/0yQrcS

[@patsydease2989]

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[@richardmyhre8725]

I just got my Singer ProFinish machine. I just watched the rolled hem tutorial. My question is, can you do a rolled hem using the right needle without removing the left needle?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hi, Richard! You only use one needle when doing the rolled hem. The other one must be removed.

[@diannaa6189]

Richard Myhre hi Richard. Do you recommend your serger?

[@Romidear]

I have a serger janome 9102 and I want to know if the plate is S or R? to make flatolock stitch

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hi Romi Laurens - you want to be on the S setting.

[@louzancooking]

please can you tell me if this machine can do a coverstitch??

[@SewingPartsOnline]

This one cannot do a coverstitch, unfortunately.

[@malaysiakimberly784]

Where can i purchase the multicolor thread

[@rosehep3301]

I have a Singer 14U64A, but it doesn't have a stitch finger or the two-needle converter. I think the manual describes your "flatlock" stitch as a "variation" stitch for 3 ornamental threads. Am I correct? I'd try it out myself, but my workspace is currently covered in a huge tie-dye operation...

[@SewingPartsOnline]

I just looked at you manual- yet, the Ornamental stitch is their Version of the flat lock, except they show it more as a blind hem / ladder stitch

[@rosehep3301]

Thanks!

[@1evilcreature]

Does anyone know the model of this machine?

[@michele8083]

did she say the tensions ?

[@maisietaylor2119]

Could you please show us how to do a cover stitch if thats what it called? What you see on leotards etc. I can't find anything on it. Its where the right side has two needle stitching and the other wrong side looks serged. Ive looked in the manual and everywhere to find how you do it

[@karenfischberg9546]

You actually need a cover stitch machine to do this. I was having the same dilemma for a while. Finally discovered that it's a different machine!

[@krmntuxedo]

Overlock is for clean edges ; the threads do not stickup on edges (when knives cut, cleaning fabric), in order to sew 2 pices you need security thread line/ or sew in 2 machines, secure fabric with strait stitch and clean edges with overlock!!., if you want use cut you fabric overlock does too for shape you craft.and can use security stitch too (other extra thread cone)

[@MsWill8158]

Great tutorial! Could I achieve this with an industrial machine?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Thanks! This demonstration was done on a home machine. When you move into the industrial world, the machines are more purpose-specific. There are flatlock industrial machines that are intended to achieve these results.

[@pakdiva21]

Could you use this to do hemming?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Can it be done? Probably. We wouldn't recommend it. It's more for joining edges, decorative finishes, and increasing the durability of active wear.

[@cerenademe9433]

I can't wrap my brain around how you would adjust for the seam allowance. when you pull the piece apart, aren't you adding width to your garment (reducing the seam allowance)? Do you have to sew further in to accommodate for that? I've been sewing for 40+ years but have never owned a serger or a coverstitch machine. (I honestly assumed the coverstitch machine was what created flatlock seams, but I'm learning that's just for hems.) Now I have to debate as to whether I want a combination machine or a serger AND a coverstitch machine.....

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hello, Cerenade! This is an older video. The lady that made it is no longer here. I, personally, have not used this technique in garment construction so I don't want to give you incorrect information. However, I found a great blog that you may find helpful. www.patternfantastique.com/blogs/technique/15533133-how-to-do-a-faux-flatlock-for-hems-and-joining-seams I hope that this helps.

[@brwnsuga00]

Can this stitch be used in place of a cover stitch? I don't want to hand to buy a second machine.

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hi Connie! Yes, you can definitely use this instead of a cover stitch. It wont look exactly like a cover stitch, but the function works just the same.

[@Licazy]

Can I do that for hems? If yes, can you show it please? Thanks

[@evandrosouza3829]

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[@grandmalovesmebest]

settings normal?

[@franceshall3551]

Would this stitch be okay on stretch lycra?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Frances Hall Hi! Yes you can use the flatlock with lycra. Good Luck!

[@gracehelendinanagaseu4782]

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[@shamimkhan6647]

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[@dtalipsky]

I am looking for a stitch that does not show the squizzle on the front.

[@kjamison5951]

Use right sides together. there will still be a visible stitch but it will look like a ladder stitch.

[@jaspermatty]

What is a stitch finger-do all sergers have one?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hi! A stitch finger is a little metal piece located by the blade that can be engaged to create a flatlock. Basically, it keeps the stitches from laying snug against the raw edge. That way, there is room to pull the seam flat. Most new sergers have a stitch finger. Older ones need a separate plate installed. What make and model serger do you have? Perhaps I can see if your machine has one.

[@TheNanaweaver]

where do I get a spreader? babylock ecilipse

[@SewingPartsOnline]

Hi, Joyce! This part acts as the spreader for your machine: goo.gl/ibVZYJ

[@stellafenley6309]

Joyce Weaver sewing edges joining pocket on bib using serger

[@singhsahabthegreat9098]

Canu pls provide me the model number & name of this machine

[@JJbydesign]

Do i need to get a flatlock stitching machine?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

John James JR This video shows how to use a serger - if you wish to make a flatlock then you use a serger/overlock machine. I don't know how to make a flatlock using a standard home sewing machine. I truly don't think that you can. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. Please let me know if you have additional questions.

[@waveloncarter2646]

how to roll hem knit fabrics

[@njctmmb]

What is a stitch finger?

[@SewingPartsOnline]

njctmmb HI! A stitch finger is this little piece of metal (looks like a tiny finger) that helps create the stitch. When you disengage the stitch finger, you create a rolled hem.

[@EmBracedInComfort]

Why is it important for the blade to be disengaged for the 3 thread technique?

[@MadeByGod1973]

So it doesn't cut the material while sewing.

[@lamadamadingdong7]

I recognize the benefits but flatlock stitching makes everything look like it came from the discount rack at Walmart.