Get to Know Your Overlocker

with Marketa

Date: Friday 16th October  2026
Time: 9:30 – 3:00

Do you have an overlocker that you are not quite sure how to use or hasn’t even been out of the box? Overlockers can be a bit daunting but this course is designed to give you the confidence to use your overlocker and show you what a wonderful piece of kit it really is! Or you just use for the basics come along and see what else it can do.

Numbers are limited.

The course will include:

• Threading your machine and the easy way to re-thread!
• How the tension works and how to adjust it correctly
• How to adjust your stitch width and length
• Learning about differential feed and how it affects the fabric
• How to create a three and four-thread stitch and the appropriate uses of each
• How to overlock in a circle and the correct way to finish off your overlocking
• How to do a rolled hem

Level:   All levels.

Workroom:      Please be aware that the workroom is upstairs with a kitchen and toilet on the same floor.

Requirements:     The requirements list will be sent out in plenty of time for the class.

You  also need a overlocker in good working order!  If you have problems with your overlocker please get them sorted before attending this class. Please bring the manual and all equipment that came with your machine.