How to thread the Brother 1034D serger step by step

Step by step how to video on how to thread the Brother 1034D serger from scratch. Read more at wp.me/p2WfGc-42w
For the needle threading tool shown in the video, find it here - bit.ly/needle-threader
I know several of you also got the Brother 1034D serger for Christmas, or maybe another model. No doubt you've all made more headway with it than I have, and are already threading experts. Just in case there is anyone still not quite sure or confident, here is my step by step video on how to thread the Brother 1034D serger.
Threading order:
1. Your upper looper - the green route and the third spool along.
2. Your lower looper - the blue route and the far right spool.
3. Your right needle - the red route and the second spool along.
4. Your left needle - the yellow route and the far left spool.
If you still aren't feeling confident in threading the machine from scratch, you can always use the 'cheating' way to change your colors, but remember if your thread should break, you'll usually have to rethread, and it has to be done in the correct order.
How to change the colors on your serger without completely rethreading it - wp.me/p2WfGc-42t

[@joobadooboo]

I come back to this again and again. Please NEVER take this down. I forget what I'm doing and enter a world of pain and frustration then come back to this and all is well... :)

[@kymi1]

Bought one of these second hand a couple of months s as go as an overlocker newbie. Didn’t have a clue till I saw your vid, I can use it like a pro now, so thanks

[@siouxhertzberg7675]

Oh Debbie, I love you! I have waited 30 years to buy a serger and I was terrified of threading it so I used the pre-threaded spools until they ran out and then I found your video and you made it so easy. I am up and running. Thank you so much.

[@catalinanagy2916]

I am just starting using a serger. I went through most video tutorials on Y. T. This is by far the best one. Clear explanations, great video angles, no hesitations, most professional presentation. Thank you very much!

[@crossloch]

Best threading video I have found for this machine that has been frustrating me. Thank you.

[@innocencyike5630]

You are angel sent from heaven. I have been so intimidated by this machine and no video has been this clear, mostly when you zoom in makes it clearer. God bless you and thank you so much.

[@christinaanderson3021]

This is the BEST video I've watched!!! This is the first video that really explained how to property thread the lower loop! I kept doing it the incorrect way and I knew that I was doing it wrong, but none of the other tutorials explained correct vs incorrect way to thread it! Thank you so much!!!!

[@ArabellaRayne]

Brother needs to hire you to do their instructional videos. That was so well done, even I understood where I was going wrong. Thank you!

[@Niczorek]

Thank you, Deby! You are a treasure. Anytime I don't know how to do something, you've posted a tutorial.

[@SoSewEasy]

+Niczorek That's always because I've come across exactly the same questions, problems and challenges myself as I have been learning to sew. I think we all have this in common as we learn and the constant new skills to master is what keeps sewing so interesting.

[@luciahsu9007]

threading that second thread has taken months of my life!! your video is the clearest and best one i've seen. thanks so much!

[@1cbjack]

Your video was actually better than the manufacturer's how to video, thanks again!

[@Magdalena-xm8hl]

Thank you! You saved my sanity, and fixed my lower-looper-thread-breaking problem!

[@cheribahr7165]

THANK YOU for putting this video out. I just got my serger for Christmas and was so stressed that It was going to take forever to learn how to thread it correctly. I found your video right away, What a blessing. You are wonderful at explaining and demonstrating. Thank you again and happy sewing.

[@ghostsoup1313]

Thanks for this. Seeing someone go through the process is always better than just reading directions. Have a good one!

[@tonyao2235]

Excellent tutorial as always. I received my overlocker earlier today and wanted to change the thread so I could use it straightaway. I had the manual in front of me then I decided to check KZbin. Found your tutorial, followed it and just tested it on fleece scrap and wow! It didn't even take 5 minutes. Thank you!

[@andreahoward3958]

I, too, have struggled to get my Brother 1034D serger to thread right. I viewed two other You Tube videos and the Brother DVD and still couldn't figure out what was wrong. Then the easy presentation and the thoroughness of this video showed exactly the two things I was doing wrong. I am so grateful you made this video! Thank you.

[@SoSewEasy]

+Andrea Howard Yay Andrea! Great news. Glad you were able to figure it out and get right back to serging. Thanks for letting me know you enjoyed the video.

[@lucydarko4018]

I know this video is old but it made my day today. I've been sewing n using servers FOR more than 30yrs but I bought this server (1634D) n couldn't thread it so packed it for 2yrs till today n got it the 1st time I watched your video. THANK YOU, THANK YOU !!

[@stacesmith1314]

Best brother overlocker threading tutorial ever. Maam you made my night. I borrowed my friends overlocker exactly like this one and I was able to rethread with pretty pink thread thanks to you !!!! Amazing

[@woolywonders5546]

Ahh! Thanks so much darling, the DVD that came with the Brother serger was NOT closed captioned for the deaf. Your video is a lifesaver! Cheers

[@ynouchetrosclair9869]

Omgggg BEST VIDEO EVER. I’ve literally spent 3 hours trying to get my lower looper to stay threaded/hooked behind step 10. Holding the needle straight up definitely helped keep the thread behind the hook and allowed my chain to form. I am so grateful I was ready to cry thinking I broke my serger.

[@ibtheartist]

This is the absolutely the best "how to" video I've found!! thank you so much for the close ups, great lighting and explanation. I'm opening my serger tonight

[@mayravega5232]

Thank you. Very good tutorial. I love how you did close ups. That help me so much. I've seen others and didn't help me. Finally got my serger working again.

[@taisajewel1]

This is by far the best tutorial I’ve seen for threading ... my machine doesn’t have that piece you slid out making it very difficult but after watching this I may try agin. I had given up and was gonna return it

[@stacyr.3809]

Very clear and easy tutorial. This has taken away my fear of threading my serger. Thank you!

[@deenorthcut2725]

Having heard horror stories about threading an over locker/ serger, I have put off buying one. In desperation ( because I needed one ) I trawled the web looking for the ideal machine for me. I watched this excellent tutorial and bingo, I bought the machine. Your calming nature shone through and now I can thread with confidence. Please keep up the good work.

[@aleh4562]

I LOVE YOUUUUU!!! I am jumping up and down in my kitchen with joy!!!! I have been struggling to thread this machine for MONTHS and today found your tutorial and in 10 mins it is workiiing!!!!! THANK YOU!!!! SO CLEAR AND EASY TO FOLLOW!!!! with the close ups exactly where needed (the second looper is my week point). Thank you again!!! 💜💜💜💜💜

[@allier3362]

This is the absolute BEST video for threading your brother 1034D I greatly appreciate it!!

[@schannellescanlan468]

Thank you soooo much! I was breaking my thread of the lower Looper over and over and over and over and.....yeah, it was maddening. I watched your video and that's all it took! Thank you!

[@elizabetht6512]

First Prize in Instructional Video. This was perfection. I will be looking forward to watching you clean, dust and oil it too. Thanks again.

[@kadlee]

i agree with the rest of them. this by far is THE BEST video tutorial i've ever watched on threading the 1034D. THANK YOU so much! 👍👍👍

[@suek7086]

Thank you! I just got my serger 2 days ago and have been watching videos on it. Yours is the best I have found on threading. The close ups really help.

[@sleepysuzy]

I am so pleased with this step by step guide as I've been daunted by changing the threads so much so I've never changed them, consequently they've stayed on white thread. After watching this video I'm now confident to change the threads. Thank you so much I'm delighted.

[@briannabauer7534]

This was the most direct, clear and helpful video I have found on threading this machine. Thank you kindly!

[@khadijascorner.]

Aaaaaah! Where has your video been hidden 🤗. I watched and followed this video once and hurray! I managed to thread my brother 1034D overlocker along with you, after feeling so intimidated by the way it looks inside. I now feel brave enough to make attempts of using it from now on. Thank you!

[@knitntea1672]

Wow. You are such a wonderful clear patient concise teacher! Thank you so much for this video. I have just purchased the same model of serger and I’m so happy to have this video as a guide.

[@irinad.2543]

I failed to thread my serger more than 5 years ago correctly and gave up trying. Finally today I decided to give it a try once more - thanks to your great video the magic happen and the serger now works! Thank you so much for such clear and detailed video! All the Best Wishes to you !

[@frankiewillis1772]

Thank you so much for taking the time to video on how to thread this serger. Yours was the very best one I watched. Everything was very clear ( including camera) and so easy. What a blessing you are to us that need a little help to get going!!!!!

[@norenevoge4438]

Best video i have seen! Thank you so very much! I have been thinking about selling this serger because I couldn't figure out how to get it threaded. I have been sewing 46 years yet this machine was about to kick my but, so I thank you again!

[@gillianbc]

I've been struggling with my brother 1034d for about a year now. I've been so hit and miss with the threading as I could never work out where to put the blue thread after I'd put it through the eye. Sometimes it'd take me an hour to get it going again. Removing the foot and seeing it simply go off to the left makes it all clear. Much better that Brother's dvd. Thanks so much!

[@SoSewEasy]

gillian bc I'm so glad its been helpful Gillian. Thanks for your lovely comment.

[@avi8trgal17]

This is the EXACT SAME issue I have been having!!!!

[@margaritabermeo2194]

You are the best. Clear and concise instructions; I found I could easily understand exactly where the path of every spool runs. Thank you.

[@dorib2634]

Finally got my thread chain...Best tutorial yet!!!

[@kathysarniak6426]

I watched the Brother video and read the threading instructions in the owner's manual and still wasn't threading my machine properly. I watched your video and it was so clear and concise that I was able to thread the machine on the first try! Thank you for taking the time to create this video and share it with us. The hardest part of owning a serger is threading it and you totally took the frustration out of it.

[@suzieverett8732]

I have had my overlocker for 3 years and had given it up using it. Thank you

[@tmw94777]

Thank you so much! I’ve watched 8 other tutorials on how to thread this machine, but was missing something as i could not make the initial chain. I clicked on yours, thinking just ONE LAST TIME...and i got it! Subscribing!

[@amyhayre]

This was incredibly helpful. I kept getting stuck on the second to last step on the blue line of thread. Thanks to the closeup in your video, I was able to get everything threaded, no problem! Thank you so much!!!

[@colleenmurphy6529]

Best thread demo I have ever seen. I am saving this video for reference. I love the hair spray idea. It makes threading the eye of the needle sooo much easier. Thanks.

[@jakeshells1855]

Thank you for this video. Been struggling to re thread - watched this video and it suddenly all made sense! Thank you.

[@kathleenmontgomery3138]

Excellent tutorial. I'm a beginner and threaded my serger correctly the first time. Thank you so much.

[@DevCreates]

I wasn't sure of buying this bc I couldn't find a video that went right n on step by step this video is amazing thank u so much

[@karenrogers466]

These instructions are the best I've found.

[@elysiab2453]

Hands down this is the very best brother serger threading tutorial...my goodness you're good! Thanks soooooo much ...brother should hire you to do the tutorial videos! Many Thanks and Blessings I pray for you, Sincerely, E.

[@vangelfairy]

+Elysia B (chattyprincess) I thought the same things you did~

[@elysiab2453]

:-)Vickie Albin

[@barbarasisco3131]

I AGREE, you make it so very easy - was nervous as this is my first serger, but now I'm wondering why everyone talks about threading as such a worry Thank you so very much!

[@allier3362]

I agree. They really should! Best video

[@araxelix]

That blue one was killing me, thank you for the close up!

[@workoutwomanj]

Thank you so much for the very detail on how to thread this serger. I have had my serger for over a year and haven't found a video that made me feel comfortable enough to use my serger. You were great !! love the video....look forward to seeing more videos and learning how to use my serger. Thanks again, Judy K

[@AddLoveTM126]

Absolutely the best most concise, easiest demonstration on how to thread this Brother 1034D I have watched yet.Thanks A Million!

[@lindabrodeur2366]

This is by far the best video instruction on threading. Thank you thank you thank you.

[@jand3595]

this is the best video for threading I have seen.........I followed it to a T and now my serger is working perfectly.....I do recommend changing needles often as this seems to be helpful too...thanks !!

[@ninascott-stoddart9031]

Thank you so much for this - I had tried all kinds of tutorials and yours is the clearest - and I can now use my serger!!!

[@thesoundofeverything8023]

thank u so much ! after 2 years with my Brother serger sitting I finally started my projects cz now I learn how to thread! thousand thanks!

[@rabone1963]

Hands down this is the very best brother serger threading tutorial big big thanks xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

[@paulinecharette5015]

You did it - I have finally threaded my new Brother Serger with your help. Awesome tutorial! Thank you so much!

[@matthew1nyc]

I have never used a serger and just bought this one. One thing I had heard was to immediately change the thread. Following your video made it sew easy. Great video both topic and production wise. Thank you.

[@SoSewEasy]

Matthew Carnino Thank you so much. So glad you found it useful and good luck with your serging.

[@girlonarts]

I love you! This was so awesome. I'm no longer afraid of my machine. Those close ups and hairspray?! Genius! Thank you!!!!

[@722dabba]

At least once every couple of months I have to watch this again when I somehow mess up threading. Thank you so much for the best vid on this!

[@agnescleary2312]

Absolutely the best threading video! Much better than the one that came with the serger. Thank you so much!

[@lynetterene]

May I say that I absolutely love this video....best ever. I just got a Serger yesterday, 12/17/18....I was so nervous to buy one because of having to thread it. I viewed quite a few videos and found that you did one (I've been a subscriber for a while)....you were so clear, so concise, I got it on the first try. The bad news is that I feel confident that I can do it on my own without watching the video.....lol. Seriously, it was just that good.....thank you once again

[@martysunderland144]

This is a wonderful tutorial. Thank you for showing how to follow each instruction on the machine. The only thing I had trouble with was a note in the instruction book, that said "if the lowerlooper thread breaks during sewing, cut and remove thread from both of the needles. Before re-threading the lower looper, make sure make sure lower looper rethreading is done exactly as diagrammed. THE MACHINE WILL NOT OPERATE PROPERLY IF THE THREADING IS NOT DONE IN THE PROPER SEQUENCE" emphasis mine). Once I saw this the rest was so very simple following your directions. So clear. Thank you thank you.

[@edieo7796]

I was trying to decide if I wanted to purchase a serger and while looking at the reviews decided to check out the videos on the Brother. Your directions and tips are so clear that I made the purchase. Thank you.

[@sueshurig2109]

Thank you so much for your great video on how to thread a Brother 1034D Serger. I am getting ready to thread my machine for the first time since I got my machine for Christmas. It came already threaded, but now I need to add more thread. You were so clear and detailed with your instructions that I think I will do okay. Thanks again!

[@helenlancaster636]

That’s the best and clearest video I have watched to date. Thank you for the close ups and the explanations x

[@apcoronado]

THANK YOU!!! I have spent decades afraid of getting a serger, and just recently bought one. Your video made it soooo easy to understand. I'm a visual learner, and it helps when the visual is clear and up close. Thank you again!

[@Luckyladyll]

This is a really good "How to"! Thank you. I always dread threading this thing, and now I can change my threads without worry.

[@pauleenwardbrown]

I concur, far better than the Brother dvd which shows the threading on a 2" screen, so small that I could not see the detail. You made it very simple and easy for me to follow and do. Thank you!

[@eveward3463]

I realize this is a year old but you did a fantastic job at making this simply done. Given this Serger as a gift this year and I was about to return it to the stores. You may have but please show different things a serger can do. I love the idea of an embroidery machine but the serger is good for many things I'm told. Anxious to watch more of your "Help Guides" on different things. Thanks again for a great job!

[@Densewl]

Thank you so much for this video. I've watched several videos to get the hang of threading my new serger. But your's did the trick. So clear and easy to understand! Thank you!

[@verunkavlkova-fierro9274]

Thank you for this threading tutorial, it has already saved me a few times. The clearest one online!

[@grandmastraw]

This was the best how to video I've seen on how to thread my new serger. I'm not afraid to do it now. So easy to see every single step for each thread pathway. Thank you for making this video. I've also subscribed to your videos. Can't wait to check them out.

[@MsIsabellak]

My serger arrives tomorrow. After watching your excellent video, I feel confident that I'll be ready to start serging in no time! Thank you!

[@alexisjackie9469]

Best video !! Matter of fact only video that actually zooms in and we are able to see from closeby .

[@distie]

Thank you for this video! You did a great job giving instructions and tips, and doing close up shots of how it should look. I was struggling with where to lay the ends of the thread after threading them through-they kept getting wrapped around the machine and getting stuck-but your tip about removing the foot and pulling them to the left was the answer! Thank you so much!

[@rosemariegreenland106]

The BEST threading tutorial, excellent !

[@emmahiggins5681]

Hi. Thanks so much for this video. I don't usually post comments but it's been so helpful, really clear and straight forward. Thanks again!

[@wayfarinstranger2444]

Best tutorial yet, excellent lighting and close ups/pictures, etc. Thank you so much (sew much)!!!!

[@Koshka21]

Two years down the line as still the best Brother threading tutorial, thank you so much!

[@Gabriela-cw7tv]

Thank you for this! The instructional DVD's that came with this were horrible!! This made is so much easier.

[@Jules_Ana]

Thank you so much for this I’ve been struggling for days with threading my serger. Fantastic step by step and so easy to follow.

[@helencarrera4521]

You are truly amazing on your tutorial, I am now going to purchase my Brother 1034 D you were the last one I was going to look at and I'm glad I did.

[@SoSewEasy]

Very Happy for you! Enjoy!

[@hedyrogers-jones7848]

Thank you for your video and straightforward and clear instructions! I just got my new Serger out today and your video was so much more helpful then the instruction manual and the CD's that came with my machine.

[@chibimaddy]

Thank you for your wonderful tutorial. I've used it twice now and have your video on permanent bookmark ;) I really appreciate your help.

[@sdlepal]

Thank you so much! I just got my serger and spent all evening trying to get it threaded and tried out. I just followed your instructions and I now have a starting chain! Thank you!

[@SoSewEasy]

+pam miller Yay Pam, well done. So happy this was able to help you.

[@teagarden874]

You are an excellent teacher! I especially appreciate the hair spray tip. I have arthritic hands so that will help me immensely. Thank you!

[@katsikatra]

the last video i watch on this topic scared me to death but this is great. thank you.

[@peggyflowers6755]

The best serger threading video I have seen! Thanks!

[@jessicadurrant618]

Wonderful video and tutorial! I kept getting something wrong and this video clarified it beautifully

[@Mony2489]

Thank you so very much for this wonderful tutorial! It is 100 % the best video I’ve seen. So proud I found it.

[@sparkleinco2035]

god Bless you I struggled with the blue on my new serger and you explained it so well and the photography was the best part

[@s.schmidt5862]

Thank you ! The best tutorial for this serger. I did have to rethread because I didn't get the lower looper thrread correctly in the groove. Now it is working great. Now off to the sewing !

[@dollmm23]

Love your clear and thorough explanation! I bought my serger 2 and1/2 years ago but I got so frustrated with the instruction DVD that comes with it, that I just put it away and never touched it again. That is, until now that I found your video and I'm finally ready to enjoy my serger. Thank you so very much for giving me back my serger! You should give Brother an in service and teach them how to do an instructional video. Thanks again.

[@katsikatra]

i would have done the same thing.

[@itsmedenise1069]

I didn't realize the importance of threading the machine in order (green/blue/red/orange)! I was pulling my hair out and thought I broke my machine because it wasn't making a thread chain...lol! The tutorial was so informative...thank you!

[@SoSewEasy]

Denise R.L. Wondeful Denise. So glad it was helpful.

[@carlenevasseur]

I just purchased this machine today. Can't wait to get it. Your video was very helpful.

[@janbryan9179]

This makes more sense than any other video. Thank you.