Introduction to Overlocking
Ready to take your sewing skills to the next level?
 
Join us for this practical one-day workshop designed to demystify the overlocker and help you gain the confidence to use this fantastic machine independently. Whether you've recently purchased an overlocker, inherited one, or have always wondered what all those threads do, this course is the perfect place to start.
 
Throughout the workshop, you'll learn the essential skills needed to set up, thread, adjust and sew with an overlocker while creating a pair of comfortable jersey boxer shorts or knickers to take home.
 
During this workshop you will learn:
🧵 The purpose and capabilities of an overlocker
🪡 How to thread and re-thread an overlocker
⚙️ Understanding tensions, loopers and differential feed
✂️ Troubleshooting common problems
👕 Working with stretch and jersey fabrics
📏 Cutting and preparing a simple sewing pattern
✨ Professional seam finishing techniques
 
Your Project
Using your new skills, you'll create a beginner-friendly stretch garment, choosing from either:
 Jersey Boxer Shorts or Comfortable Everyday Knickers
 
By the end of the workshop, you'll leave with a finished garment, a better understanding of your machine, and the confidence to incorporate overlocking into your future sewing projects.
 
Suitable For
This workshop is ideal for confident beginners and improvers who are comfortable using a sewing machine and would like to expand their skills.
 
Duration
⏰ 7 Hours 
 
Includes
✔ Use of Janome 6234XL overlocker machines (Only two available)
✔ Sewing pattern
✔ Tuition and guidance
✔ Refreshments
✔ Take-home garment
 
What will I need to bring?
Materials will be discussed during the first part of the course.
 
Take the mystery out of overlocking and discover just how quickly and professionally you can finish your handmade projects.
 
Class Size:
Max. 6 Students per class
 
Dates & Times:
Dates available in drop down menu.