Overlocker Tips

Overlocker vs Sewing Machine: When to Use Each for the Best Results

By Julia Claridge | April 19, 2025
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Which is best: overlocker vs sewing machine? This guide breaks down the differences and helps you decide when to use each for the best results.

Overlocker Basics: Everything You Need to Know to Get Started

By Julia Claridge | April 5, 2025
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This beginner-friendly guide covers overlocker basics, from threading and tension settings to achieving the perfect stitch for a professional-looking finish.

5 Extremely Useful Overlocker Techniques

By Julia Claridge | February 13, 2025
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Ready to up your overlocker game? Then you need to read 5 Extremely Useful Overlocker Techniques. This article is packed with practical tips just for you.

How to Make a Jersey Infinity Scarf from Scraps

By Julia Claridge | February 12, 2025
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The jersey infinity scarf is a great way to use up left over jersey fabric and is also a really simple overlocker sewing project. This tutorial shows you how.

Beautiful Handmade Jersey Harem Pants

By Julia Claridge | February 9, 2025
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These handmade jersey harem pants are a fabulous quick make. They started off as a request from a customer who wanted to recreate her favourite harem pants.

Beginners Guide to Sewing Jersey Fabric with an Overlocker

By Julia Claridge | January 22, 2025
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Have you ever been nervous about tackling stretchy jersey fabrics because you’re afraid they’ll pucker or come out uneven? Been there! Sewing jersey fabric with an overlocker can feel intimidating at first, but with the right pointers, you’ll soon be stitching up comfy sweatshirts and activewear with confidence. In this YouTube overlocker video tutorial, you’ll…

How to Add Applique to a Jersey Pyjama Top

By Julia Claridge | March 25, 2018
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  This is the counterpart to the PJ trouser project that I posted last week. Another project that is available to make in my sewing classes. The project can include a simple letter appliqued using a sewing machine, or can be made plain for a one session make. This is a good introduction to sewing…