Serger Basics & Certification

Level up your sewing skills with this class on using a Serger (aka Overlock) sewing machine. This class covers all the basics of using this fun but complex sewing machine. Serging is a great way to sew garments especially stretch fabrics and have great finish.
Level: Beginner
Timing: 3 Hours
Location: Coworking/Textiles suite 206
Prerequisites: Sewing 101, or basic sewing machine experience
Certification: Certification on the Ace Juki Sergers
Age: 18+
We will review how this machine functions including how to read the manual. There will be hands on practice with threading for 3-Thread Overlock, Changing the needle and sewing a variety of fabric types. Troubleshooting, working with a differential feed and tensioning will also be reviewed.
Successful completion of this class qualifies folks to use the Juki MO-655N Sergers that Ace has in our Textiles studio.
This is not a bring your own machine class.
What to Bring: If you wear glasses, please make sure to bring them.
If you need a scholarship for this class, please submit this request form.  You may be notified as little as 24 hours before the event.
New Guests must sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver before this event starts. Add the FREE account on check out or sign up here → FREE Guest Account.
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