You should try a side cutter foot for your sewing machine. All that a side cutter foot is an overcast foot with a blade. The big difference is that the side cutter foot cuts off the excess fabric just like a serger does. It does straight, zigzag, and many of the overcast stitch settings on your machine. I bought the Brother SA177 for my sewing machine. It costs less than $50.00 dollars.Much less than a serger. If you go on Amazon the side cutter SA177 has great reviews and has videos explaining how to use it. It’s not as fast as a serger but will go as fast as you can push the foot pedal.
@spearageddon3279
Ай бұрын
I didn't know there was such a foot. Will have to take a look. 👍👍
@bethupton385
Ай бұрын
Do you know if they are suitable for a Janome machine thanks
@victoriahannah1633
Ай бұрын
@@bethupton385 I’m really not sure. However you can post a question on Amazon and someone should answer. I know your sewing machine needs to be low shank. This side cutter works mainly on wovens. I have heard different things about knits. Some say not so good and others say if you use starch to stiffen the fabric they’ve had success. I figure knits don’t ravel so I’m fine just using the overcast foot or a straight stitch and using pinking shears for a cosmetic look. I ordered a side cutter that looks like a walking foot and didn’t have much success with it from Amazon and had no problems returning it. So you could order the SA177 and if it doesn’t fit or you’re not happy with it always return it. 2 things I advise always use your hand wheel before sewing with the side cutter to make sure the needle is not going to hit a part of the side cutter foot. Also they caution to put bobbin in and make sure your sewing machine is threaded before putting side cutter foot on because you can break the automatic needle threader. Just watch videos on Amazon and KZitem and practice. I hope this helps.
@bethupton385
Ай бұрын
@@victoriahannah1633 thank you
@user-ze8tz1de1o
Ай бұрын
My friend picked me up a Toyota serger in dusty but excellent condition at the recycling shop in our town. £5 (@ $7). Works brilliantly.
@kailee5694
Ай бұрын
Perfect timing. I am planning a dress as a gift, but I had forgotten about this foot, resulting in wavy uneven edges on the dress I made for myself. Now I won’t be embarrassed if the recipient checks out the seams.
@cynthiajones1461
Ай бұрын
Just found your channel. This is an excellent tutorial.
@beckyzayas5749
Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video, very useful.
@debraclogston9379
Ай бұрын
You are awesome!
@linaD08
Ай бұрын
Very useful video but the music is too much.
@lizmarienyc
Ай бұрын
Hello, thank you for this. I’m very new to sewing. When I used my overcast foot for the first time and I changed the width, I broke a needle. I thought that was maybe because the width was too narrow and that the needle maybe hit that bar in the middle? I am trying to find information on this. It was okay when I followed the Brother manual guide exactly, but I feel afraid now to try different widths. I am interested in trying the one you did that imitates the serger’s rolled hem though. I’d like to find out more.
@nancy9478
Ай бұрын
Before you start a seam when checking widths, turn the wheel towards you and see if the needle hits the bar. Adjust tge width as needed.
@claudiamiller7730
Ай бұрын
Please don’t get discouraged or frightened! We have ALL made mistakes while sewing that have cost us a needle or two - it’s all a learning experience! Wishing you well with your sewing journey!💕🧵🪡😀
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