Common Serger Problems & How Best to Fix Them

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  • Опубліковано 27 лип 2022
  • Linda walks you through how to quickly fix a few serger problems you may experience from time to time. She addresses a few serger issues: fabric not feeding, uneven stitching on the back, loops on the edge of the fabric, and more. Watch this video to learn how to troubleshoot serger problems.
    • Fabric not feeding; unbalanced stitches on backside of fabric: 0:26-1:21
    • Needle threads are pulling; fabric is scrunched on edge: 1:22-2:09
    • Stitches and threads are too close and extra loops on the edge of the fabric 2:10-3:24
    • Threads hanging off the edge 3:24-4:28
    • Rolled Hem edge & overlock stitch not quite right 4:28-6:30
    • Skipped Stitches 6:31-8:18
    • Looper threading issues with subsidiary looper engaged 8:19-9:11
    • Lower and Upper threading looper issues 9:12-10:20
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  • @Laura-hp8te
    @Laura-hp8te 2 роки тому +12

    I agree. Hold fabric still and stitch out on solid fabric with a contrasting color thread. Perhaps you could redo this video with these changes. 😉

  • @TheKozyNook
    @TheKozyNook 2 роки тому +17

    It was great information however, it would have more effective on less busy or solid fabric and contrasting thread.

  • @marybarron8655
    @marybarron8655 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you so much! My serger has been acting up for months, and it turns out the right-hand, upper needle was a millimeter too low in its base. It wouldn’t catch stitches at all, and kept snapping. I changed tension and rethreaded my machine a hundred times, and it turns out it was just the needle not fully in place. Thanks so much for your help!

  • @masaakiarai3669
    @masaakiarai3669 2 роки тому +13

    I appreciate this super educational video. I wish you to show the result stitches without shaking the fabric. Thanks!

    • @babylocksewing
      @babylocksewing  2 роки тому

      Thank you for the feedback! We will pass it along.

    • @IJAHGETO
      @IJAHGETO 7 місяців тому +2

      @@babylocksewing And would be helpful if you use contrast color of fabric & thread, would be easier to see the stiches..

  • @madelaine3209
    @madelaine3209 10 місяців тому +3

    What a great machine. I returned two brothers but this is so much easier with auto tension . I’m so happy with it.

  • @wendye4448
    @wendye4448 Рік тому +3

    Thank you, I was just about to take my Enlighten in to the repair shop! I had tried everything, multiple times to fix the laddering on the outside of my seams. Nothing worked. Then I found your video and you mentioned the stitch selector, something I’ve never touched, but when I checked I must have judged it somehow 🙈Machine is now stitching as perfectly as ever. Thanks 🙏 😂

  • @gailnash298
    @gailnash298 2 роки тому +3

    I have a Babylock Imagine and love it; but in the past I've forgotten to put my pressure foot down. I've also accidentally hit my differential feed down from "N". I now know where to look when my threads don't look normal. I've also forgotten to extend/lift the spool tower (many times) in the past. Now before using my serger, I check everything before serging. All is great 👍 now. Thanks for the review!!!

  • @johannaholmes3870
    @johannaholmes3870 Рік тому +2

    It's the little things that matter...thanks Linda for all the tips and reminders

  • @tiffanythomas1821
    @tiffanythomas1821 7 місяців тому

    Unbelievable!!! You fixed my serger with your very first suggestion!!!!! Thank you thank you!!!

  • @shanegeis2696
    @shanegeis2696 2 роки тому +3

    Very informative, love these tips! Thank you!😉

  • @5d41k3
    @5d41k3 Рік тому +2

    Super helpful, thank you

  • @jennifermerritt2764
    @jennifermerritt2764 Рік тому +1

    Great tips

  • @maryzoss608
    @maryzoss608 2 роки тому +2

    Very helpful.

  • @sandraleamelendez9679
    @sandraleamelendez9679 2 роки тому +7

    I REALLY like your videos, BUT this one is way too bright with all the white background n maxhine.machine.
    And if you could hold the fabric still for a little bit so we can see what the stitchs look like.
    Just my 2 cents..
    Keep up the good work..

    • @gill8779
      @gill8779 2 роки тому +4

      I agree & using a dark plain fabric so we could see the stitches better.

    • @babylocksewing
      @babylocksewing  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you for the feedback! We will pass it along.

  • @VirginiaGal1954
    @VirginiaGal1954 6 місяців тому

    Great video! Very informative. I'm NEW to using a serger. My Overlock needle 1 thread is not included in the chain threads of the looper threads. Any suggestions? I'm sure I've made a mistake in threading somehow.

    • @babylocksewing
      @babylocksewing  6 місяців тому

      Please reach out to our consumer support hotline: 1-800-313-4110 or email at productsupport@babylock.com.

  • @scribbler_maxi
    @scribbler_maxi Рік тому +1

    Hi, is there a way to stop it stretching jersey fabric? I have an Imagine and it's making the fabric a little wavy. Thanks

    • @babylocksewing
      @babylocksewing  Рік тому

      To clarify, are you talking about two layers of fabric combined to make a seam? If so, remember not to tug on the fabric while stitching, simply place your hands on top of the fabric and gently hold the fabric edges together while sewing. Typically, what happens with knits is they stretch while stitching using a standard setting for Differential Feed. If this is happening, simply adjust the Differential Feed up one setting (1.3) and test. This should take care of the wavy edge. If not try the next setting (1.5). If that doesn't work then the next setting (1.8).
      If it requires anything above 1.5, consider you may be managing the fabric with a heavy hand, it may need a stabilizer, or the fabric may be of poor quality.

  • @charlenecassara5797
    @charlenecassara5797 8 місяців тому

    Why do my top stitches look like regular straight stitches and the bottom looped?

  • @friday42
    @friday42 Рік тому +1

    The problem I am having is the thread keeps coming out of the needle during stitching.

    • @babylocksewing
      @babylocksewing  Рік тому

      Please contact the consumer support hotline: 1-800-313-4110 or email at productsupport@babylock.com.

  • @janmateranek1756
    @janmateranek1756 Рік тому

    I have a very old baby lock serger. I haven’t used it in several years and now the light comes on but it won’t work. I oiled it earlier this evening but still won’t run. I believe it’s a baby lock 734 very old.
    Help !!

    • @babylocksewing
      @babylocksewing  Рік тому

      Hi Jan, we recommend a yearly maintenance appointment at your local Baby Lock retailer. They should be able to get older models in great working condition. Find your local retailer here- babylock.com/retail-locator

  • @pauletterichards4905
    @pauletterichards4905 3 місяці тому

    Stripped screws

  • @marvamcbeth374
    @marvamcbeth374 11 місяців тому

    My Serge stop suddenly and is not sewing.What must I do?

    • @babylocksewing
      @babylocksewing  11 місяців тому

      Please contact the consumer support hotline: 1-800-313-4110 or email at productsupport@babylock.com.

  • @kimandrews1141
    @kimandrews1141 Рік тому +1

    Please hold your hands still when showing the stitching in the camera. It is hard to study what your referring too. Thanks