COz
Proud Parent
So, I've bought a Jalie pattern, read a bunch of threads, learnt that there is a crotch panel in the biketard here and located my overlocker (what we Aussies call a serger).
Then I have a bit of a panic about needles and thread... hopefully the good people of ChalkBucket can come to the rescue.
Do I need to use ballpoint needles on the overlocker?
Is it possible to use ordinary thread for the overlocking (rather than wooly nylon) or is it too scratchy or likely to break?
3 or 4 thread overlocking on the seams?
Do you topstitch the bindings as described in the pattern or has anyone used a flatlock (overlocker) stitch?
With applique patterns do you just zig-zag over the edges or do you do something else?
When piecing together different colours, do you join with seams or overlay and topstitch or ....?
Any other tips or things to watch out for?
Thanks in advance
Then I have a bit of a panic about needles and thread... hopefully the good people of ChalkBucket can come to the rescue.
Do I need to use ballpoint needles on the overlocker?
Is it possible to use ordinary thread for the overlocking (rather than wooly nylon) or is it too scratchy or likely to break?
3 or 4 thread overlocking on the seams?
Do you topstitch the bindings as described in the pattern or has anyone used a flatlock (overlocker) stitch?
With applique patterns do you just zig-zag over the edges or do you do something else?
When piecing together different colours, do you join with seams or overlay and topstitch or ....?
Any other tips or things to watch out for?
Thanks in advance