How to Serge Without a Serger (Overlock/Overcast Stitches) | Sewing Therapy

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  • You might have an overcast foot in your presser foot set. Check it first and if you don't have it, these are the links down below. You can always check my website for more information.
    sewingtherapy.net/serge-witho...
    Overcast (Overlock) Presser Foot amzn.to/2RAy1Yn (Canada)
    Overcast (Overlock) Presser Foot amzn.to/2NXidhJ (USA)
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    Dailylike Canada
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    These are machines I used for this video. Both are really good machines for beginners and intermediates.
    SINGER Heavy Duty 4452 amzn.to/30Am5dz (Canada)
    SINGER Heavy Duty 4452 amzn.to/369pYaj (USA)
    SINGER 9960 Quantum Stylistamzn.to/2ujthOR (Canada)
    SINGER 9960 Quantum Stylistamzn.to/365ndqt (USA)
    If you are interested in buying a serger.
    Brother 1034D 3/4 Thread Serger amzn.to/3atwAUe (Canada)
    Brother 1034D 3/4 Thread Serger amzn.to/2Raz3eJ (USA)
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    Some of the links above are affiliate links. .Clicking and purchasing through affiliate links gives me a small commission. BUT MORE IMPORTANTLY, I wanted to help you find the materials easier. So you can focus more on your project. Thank you.
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    About the video:
    The video is about how to serge without a serger. I explained how to overlock/overcast stitch on a sewing machine. The video shows the result of how serging is done on a sewing machine by using overlock/overcast foot.
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  • @thesilveragenda
    @thesilveragenda 4 роки тому +134

    This is so brilliant Sara! I don't have a serger so these tips are very helpful to me. Did I spot the little pouch I embroidered for you in the background? 👀🥰🥰

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому +20

      Hehe I'm glad you find my video helpful!!🥰 YES I'm treasuring the embroidered pouch you gave me! 😘😘💕

    • @meganmorrow4288
      @meganmorrow4288 4 місяці тому

      I know. I’m still a beginner at sewing machines. I always hand stitch.

  • @hansmemling2311
    @hansmemling2311 4 місяці тому +12

    Straight to the point, no excessive talking, teaching by showing. Amazing!

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 місяці тому

      Thanks for your positive feedback! 🥰

  • @tracymorrison6273
    @tracymorrison6273 4 роки тому +122

    excellent ; now I don't need to buy one. Have all these stitches on my machine. Who would have thought this would be what I needed all along; ie. your video....

  • @theriverspath
    @theriverspath 4 роки тому +6

    I don't even own a sewing machine, but here I am watching this calming content with my morning coffee.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому +1

      Hehe thank you for stopping by! Hope my video was well harmonized with your coffee time!😊

    • @theriverspath
      @theriverspath 4 роки тому

      @@SewingTherapy It was a lovely way to start my day.

  • @andyk4676
    @andyk4676 6 місяців тому +2

    I don't have the space or funds for a serger, I'm super happy to see there's a decent alternative for what I need. Thank you

  • @myadvantures0426
    @myadvantures0426 9 місяців тому +9

    I’m so happy I finally found something so easy to help me as a beginner. I’m so new to sewing and always wonder how do professional makes the serger look so nice and simple. Thank you so much for sharing this. I’m going to save this video for future reference ❤

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  9 місяців тому

      You are so welcome! Happy to help! 🫶

  • @lightly_toasted
    @lightly_toasted 4 роки тому +10

    I'm also in Vancouver!! Love to support local creators. Thanks for sharing!

  • @MrDynamik1
    @MrDynamik1 2 роки тому +1

    I like your quick video format and style on this one. This video was very helpful for me, thank you.

  • @yanacshell
    @yanacshell 2 роки тому +5

    This is the best video I've seen about this. So simple and clear and easy to see.. I also love the peaceful aesthetic too💕🍃.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! I'm glad you liked my video! ❤

  • @Anna-ev8yh
    @Anna-ev8yh 10 місяців тому

    Thank you so much! I was looking at spending tons of money but now I just need the overlock foot!

  • @mossdance1487
    @mossdance1487 Рік тому +10

    Thank you for your easy to follow and beautiful sewing videos! I am just getting back into sewing after many years and feel I have a trusted guide. I’m very grateful for what you share!

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  Рік тому

      Welcome back! I’m so glad to hear how you feel about my videos! 💕

  • @Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living
    @Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for the video! This is the most detailed demonstration on how to serge with just a sewing machine.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching! Just hoping my video helped!

  • @jensmail7
    @jensmail7 Рік тому

    Thank you very much!! I will be using the stitches because I do not have a serger. Thank you as well for showing what presser foot to use!!

  • @zacr4664
    @zacr4664 2 місяці тому +1

    You are the first video I have watched where you do the double overlock. THANK YOU!!!

  • @earlschultz7880
    @earlschultz7880 Рік тому +1

    I just ran across your video & loved it, it was what I needed! I am a 72 year old guy who just started sewing and can use this information. Thanks so much!

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  Рік тому

      Wonderful! I hope you enjoy your new hobby! 🙌

  • @lmcsquaredgreendale3223
    @lmcsquaredgreendale3223 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for your very helpful video. My friends who own Sergers have been telling what nice clean edges I can get with a Serger compared to my Singer Sewing Machine. I use a very short stitched zigzag and it works fine. As of now the fabrics I work with are for my home. Drapes, blinds of various styles and I never work with stretchy fabrics as I've told them many times. It is a few years away for the grandbabies to start arriving so I have time to wait and watch for a good used Serger. I can now say that I received expert advice and all I need to do is buy a new presser foot. Thank you for saving me a small fortune and the headache of learning how to thread and maintain yet another machine.

  • @dr.y.joyharris-smith5222
    @dr.y.joyharris-smith5222 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you for this video! I liked both but I think the overcast presser foot is a tighter stitch. I can’t wait to try it.

  • @BuburMummy
    @BuburMummy Рік тому

    Thank you 😊. I’m making a summer top and your sewing videos help me to learn about sewing.

  • @plinkthecat8543
    @plinkthecat8543 Рік тому

    Excellent!!!! So happy I found your channel!

  • @karenmuhi8147
    @karenmuhi8147 3 роки тому

    I really like how u did the zigzag stitch. To all the videos I saw, only your idea make sense to me. Thank you!

  • @samfraizer12
    @samfraizer12 4 роки тому +5

    This was incredibly informative and also relaxing 😌

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому

      Thank you for watching! I'm glad you found it relaxing!😄❤

  • @BinngBongg
    @BinngBongg 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing video! Now I know what the s1 and s2 are on my machine, and I can save $200! Thank you so much!

  • @mariondieleman5926
    @mariondieleman5926 11 місяців тому

    I am getting back into clothing sewing. I am really enjoying your videos!

  • @emmalea2765
    @emmalea2765 2 роки тому +1

    Overcast foot??? Brilliant!! Thank you!

  • @arianasymone2495
    @arianasymone2495 3 роки тому +6

    this really does feel like therapy! thank you.

  • @debbievargas2920
    @debbievargas2920 Рік тому +2

    Thank you! As a beginner, I haven’t tackled making a shirt from scratch yet. After watching a bunch of tutorials I was disappointed to see that everyone was using a serger. This is great!

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  Рік тому +1

      Having a serger makes all sewing process much easier but this method can be a substitute! ☺️

  • @imanawaseem1747
    @imanawaseem1747 Рік тому

    Thank you for easy explanation! My machine doesnt have the second edger foot stitch but I think first stitch will work.

  • @christyhughes6632
    @christyhughes6632 4 роки тому +9

    My mother used to do this whenever she made anything. Unfortunately I never had the forethought to learn from her. Never did understand how she got that serged edge. Thank you. That first representation is what she did 99% of the time.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому

      I am glad that it helps Christy. Always be safe and stay healthy! 🙂

    • @wrestlerx8494
      @wrestlerx8494 Рік тому

      I actually did consider doing something like this when I first learned to sew, but I felt like it would be wasting thread if I did the zig zag and then also did a straight line too. But I guess that is the only way to do it, lol 😆

  • @deannzemma472
    @deannzemma472 4 роки тому +8

    I can’t wait to see your next video! It’s already so helpful :)

  • @rosemaldonado6596
    @rosemaldonado6596 2 роки тому +1

    Just found you and I have the 4452 singer . Thank you loving your videos thanks for the closeups so helpful.

  • @CyniaCBeeBee91
    @CyniaCBeeBee91 3 роки тому +7

    Thank you so much for this video! The shots of the settings you use on your sewing machine were the cherry on top. So helpful. Can’t thank you enough.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому +1

      Aww So sweet of you to give me such feedback! Glad to hear it helped!❤

  • @hagmamaplay69
    @hagmamaplay69 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you for sharing this is such a great help. I had embroidered a baby blanket and i needed to finish the edges. And like you said i didnt want to go and spend a crazy amount on a machine i might just use a fee times. And i saw your video. I had a 💡go off lol. Now i have a way to do it. Thank you!

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому

      I'm glad you've found my video helpful! Specially at this moment, the machines are hard to come by and the price is ridiculous!

  • @ArlenePMCM
    @ArlenePMCM Рік тому

    Very nice instruction. I use your fourth and final method, extremely close to the edge. Thank you!

  • @diamond92linda
    @diamond92linda 3 роки тому +21

    This is amazing thank you so much for this tutorial! I’m working with frayed edges and want a professional look! I will try out these methods I’m so excited!

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому +1

      😁 Thanks for watching! Hope my method helps on what you want to achieve!

    • @ethelryan257
      @ethelryan257 2 роки тому +1

      You might have noticed how careful she is not to force the fabric into the feed nor to pull it from the back. The machine is going backwards and forwards on the last two overcast stitches. She is just guiding the fabric and letting the machine feed it at it's own speed.

  • @ChiamakaKathryn
    @ChiamakaKathryn 7 місяців тому

    Thank you for sharing these ideas through your video.

  • @ruzenkamichaligova3862
    @ruzenkamichaligova3862 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for this video! ❤️ I have been struggling with the finishing of the edges for quite a while now. You've helped me very very much with these tricks. Thanks again 🙏

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому +1

      You're welcome! So glad to hear my video was helpful!😉

  • @okirp3613
    @okirp3613 10 місяців тому

    I love your channel. I was thinking of purchasing a serger but now I can wait.

  • @sommerk
    @sommerk 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Sara! Thank you so much! This video helps alot. Been battling to own a serger machine but most of them are too expensive. Thank you!! 💕

  • @leezlyfe7057
    @leezlyfe7057 3 роки тому

    The overcast presser foot is a genius creation i am still not great at sewing thanks for this. Video you are 🔑 💖

  • @DIYFashionAllergyLife
    @DIYFashionAllergyLife 4 роки тому

    So helpful and simple to understand. 😊can’t wait to try it

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому

      Thank you very much! I am glad the tutorial helps!

  • @spewky2955
    @spewky2955 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you! I’m new to sewing and I happen to have the same singer so this helped me out so much

  • @LouLouKatchoo
    @LouLouKatchoo 2 роки тому

    This was SO helpful! Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @chrissyt2023
    @chrissyt2023 Рік тому

    Great information (thank you!) very clear and short demonstration. You answered my question 😊💐

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  Рік тому

      I’m glad to hear my video answered your answer! ☺️👍Thanks for watching!

  • @jfrederick71
    @jfrederick71 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for this video. Purchasing another machine after spending so much on my Juki was a limiting factor for me when I started thinking about sewing some apparel for myself.

  • @cutflower36
    @cutflower36 Рік тому

    thanks, i had this foot and never used it, tried to do over lock stitches with plain foot. thank you

  • @kimberlycooper4170
    @kimberlycooper4170 2 роки тому +8

    Thank you for the new ideas!
    So far, I've been using the overcast foot while zigzagging along the edge. I haven't needed to cut off the edge after doing this.

    • @ChiamakaKathryn
      @ChiamakaKathryn 7 місяців тому +1

      @kimberlycooper4170, thanks for sharing. I was wondering if I could use the overcast foot if my sewing machine does not have the other stitiches she used after the zig zag and straight stitch

    • @elainatyson7045
      @elainatyson7045 Місяць тому

      ​@ChiamakaKathryn I use it all the time for sewing bag straps because it gets really close to the edge.

  • @nancynewman6592
    @nancynewman6592 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you! This was so informative 😃 🇨🇦

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому

      You're welcome! Glad you found my video helpful!

  • @leilani2258
    @leilani2258 Рік тому

    This video was so helpful, thank you so much!

  • @wisecanadianwoman
    @wisecanadianwoman Рік тому

    Sara, thanks so much for your videos they are a real help! ❤

  • @owlbefine8910
    @owlbefine8910 9 місяців тому

    This is so helpful. I thought I needed a serger.

  • @numa.k
    @numa.k 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for this! Took some trial and error but it worked out 😁

  • @yolandadicostanzo1347
    @yolandadicostanzo1347 4 роки тому

    Love your videos, they are soooo helpful.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому

      I'm glad you found my video helpful!😉

  • @jonathanbailey5896
    @jonathanbailey5896 9 місяців тому

    Thanks for your video I appreciate it. I think the best way to search without serger is with a serger foot for the current machine that you have.

  • @mcpinelo
    @mcpinelo Рік тому

    Thank you for the tips, was very helpful.

  • @sherryhearington9027
    @sherryhearington9027 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks for this video. I don't have a serge & I have several presser feet that I don't know how to use. Thanks again!

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому

      You're welcome! Stay tuned as I'm planning on making more videos on the presser feet!😉

  • @dianneunderwood8456
    @dianneunderwood8456 11 місяців тому

    Yes I actually purchased a kit of presser feet which included an overcast foot for my older (1981) Singer 860. I prefer to use the stitch you used (2nd from last one illustrated) as it makes a nicely finished edge. The foot helps to keep the stitching even from side to side - much better than trying to use the all-purpose foot that came with the machine. Thank you for demonstrating these techniques as I do not have the space to also have a serger in my sewing area.

  • @franceskushner188
    @franceskushner188 3 роки тому +3

    Anther wonderful video. I’ve been zig-zagging right at the edge of my seam but frays the edge of fabric while enclosing it. Your version solves that problem with a more secure, professional look. I’m going to sit down at my machine and sample your three non-serger finishes. Thank you.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому

      Glad to hear you solved the issu after watching my video! 😊 Thanks for watching!

    • @juliefrechette7562
      @juliefrechette7562 2 роки тому

      ...me too 🙂

  • @cakesglenn1354
    @cakesglenn1354 4 роки тому +2

    Brilliant!! Thanks so much for sharing.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому +1

      You're welcome! Hope this tutorial helps!

  • @csifan52
    @csifan52 2 роки тому

    This is very helpful! Thank you!!!

  • @marvam1414
    @marvam1414 5 місяців тому

    Thank you

  • @shobhapatwardhan8389
    @shobhapatwardhan8389 Рік тому

    Very very nice video... Thank you so much... How to over lock failing fabric when stitching shoulder

  • @irishflutegirl9022
    @irishflutegirl9022 3 роки тому

    Love them all. Thank you !

  • @boscojacko2485
    @boscojacko2485 9 місяців тому

    Very nice. Clear concise. Subscribed, I learned, I'm a beginner

  • @karenlowes7802
    @karenlowes7802 4 роки тому +3

    Very insightful video! I am subscribing!

  • @charlottehall9772
    @charlottehall9772 Місяць тому

    Thank you; this is so helpful!

  • @christinezemaitaitis7016
    @christinezemaitaitis7016 Рік тому

    Hi Sarah, thank you darling ! You are awesome !!!

  • @janavas16
    @janavas16 Рік тому

    Thank you❤

  • @carolethelyagur103
    @carolethelyagur103 Рік тому

    This is very nice.... Have all this stitches..... 😍👍

  • @eugenetswong
    @eugenetswong Рік тому

    Hello from Surrey, BC!
    Thank you for sharing.

  • @bbrosser694
    @bbrosser694 Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @deborahdettor1694
    @deborahdettor1694 4 роки тому +1

    Thanks so much for sharing this!!! Very helpful!😊❤️🔆

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  4 роки тому

      I'm glad you found my video helpful! :) Stay safe!

  • @Raheela365
    @Raheela365 2 роки тому

    Thanks dear!! ❤

  • @ashleygant3641
    @ashleygant3641 3 роки тому

    So smart the first one and last ones are the best! Ty! New subbie

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому

      Thanks for subscribing! 😊And happy sewing!

  • @hilaryhamm9161
    @hilaryhamm9161 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you. This is good information to know.

  • @sobreira-martyndesign3317
    @sobreira-martyndesign3317 4 роки тому +3

    Very helpful. Thank you!

  • @nildaramos5665
    @nildaramos5665 8 місяців тому

    Very nice thank you very smart

  • @glenbeaga7226
    @glenbeaga7226 3 роки тому

    thank you , that was very helpful

  • @morpelerin
    @morpelerin Рік тому

    Thank you!

  • @dejaimani9955
    @dejaimani9955 5 місяців тому

    Thank you Sam this helped a lot

  • @jvin248
    @jvin248 6 місяців тому +1

    I prefer using 1950s and 1960s all steel vintage machines. Straight stitch-only models and maybe early zig-zag. I've finished seams with zigzag cast over the raw edges or used French seams. I don't think we need to copy factory sergers for appearance, just achieve the non-fraying function.

  • @Fluentincat
    @Fluentincat 2 роки тому +1

    Extremely helpful thankyou so much! 🙏🌠

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  2 роки тому

      You're so welcome! Glad my video was helpful!

  • @bohemiansusan2897
    @bohemiansusan2897 3 роки тому +1

    The last way that you showed. I did before I got a serger 28 years ago. My mother and aunts had me hand sew with an overcast stitch to finish seams. School taught me to do pinking sheers. College taught me to use a serger and how to do couture sewing. Mostly use the serger for seam finishing or seaming knit fabrics these days. Wish I could overlock with my serger but maybe when I'm no longer poor, I will buy one.

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому +1

      Sewing life becomes much easier with a serger! 😊

    • @bohemiansusan2897
      @bohemiansusan2897 3 роки тому

      @@SewingTherapy that it does and I don't see why so many people are intimidated by them. They really are easy and uncomplicated. My previous reply was supposed to be a cover stitch, which would be nice. Perhaps the next one will have that feature.

  • @dbessette19
    @dbessette19 4 роки тому +4

    It did help, thank you..

  • @nurfarahalya1286
    @nurfarahalya1286 2 роки тому

    this is soo helpful in many ways, thank you so muchhh🙆🏼‍♀️🙆🏼‍♀️🤍

  • @meganmorrow4288
    @meganmorrow4288 4 місяці тому

    Thank you so much!

  • @marilamar9899
    @marilamar9899 3 роки тому

    We have the same machine! Been dreaming of getting the Juki serger with vacuum but the price is just too much. I’m getting the overlock presser foot for now✨ thanks for the video!

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  3 роки тому

      Serger with vacuum sounds amazing though!😅

  • @matthewbernard4152
    @matthewbernard4152 8 місяців тому

    Awesome!

  • @carol-annejames8940
    @carol-annejames8940 2 роки тому

    Thank u thank u...I can't say it enough

  • @lindajohannesen6035
    @lindajohannesen6035 2 роки тому

    Thank you!!

  • @linakanan6611
    @linakanan6611 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much

  • @Kim-FP5
    @Kim-FP5 3 роки тому

    This is so helpful! Thank you sooooo much!

  • @nzkkay4576
    @nzkkay4576 6 місяців тому

    Thank u! We have the same machine yey!

  • @xueli7543
    @xueli7543 4 роки тому +4

    Very useful!!!👍🏻👍🏻

  • @soniagonzales9144
    @soniagonzales9144 9 місяців тому

    Super video! 🤗 thanks 👍

  • @hendowg713
    @hendowg713 Рік тому

    Great video, and know is half the battle, thanks

  • @moomoocow1987
    @moomoocow1987 3 місяці тому

    Thank you!!!

  • @EthelAchim
    @EthelAchim Рік тому

    Thank you so much, I will definitely use them 👍💛💯

    • @SewingTherapy
      @SewingTherapy  Рік тому +1

      I hope these methods work for you!

    • @EthelAchim
      @EthelAchim Рік тому

      @@SewingTherapy Yes thank you very much

  • @AnneWhisnant
    @AnneWhisnant 2 роки тому

    So helpful, thank you!

  • @okaygaby9426
    @okaygaby9426 4 роки тому

    This is very helpful 😊!!

  • @chrisball3634
    @chrisball3634 Рік тому

    Thank you for that...👍👍👍👍