Practical overlocking
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10 Practical overlocking
In this chapter the most important applications for a successful sewing project are described. More advanced
sewing techniques are described in the BERNINA Overlocker Reference book and can be purchased from
specialist retailers.
10.1 Securing overlock stitches
The stitches are secured when they are overstitched.
Securing stitches is particularly important when seam ends are not secured by other seams or hems.
Sewing in the overlock chain at the start of the seam
> Form a thread chain at a length of 5 - 8 cm.
> Place the fabric under the presser foot and sew a stitch into the fabric.
> Lower the needle via the «Back-kick» function.
> Raise the presser foot.
> Now pull the thread chain carefully forward and place it on the seam line to be sewn.
> Lower the presser foot.
> Sew approx. 4 cm over the thread chain.
Sewing in the overlock chain at the end of the seam
> At the end of the seam, sew one stitch over the fabric edge.
> Raise the needle.
> Raise the presser foot.
> Pull the fabric a bit backwards.
> Turn the fabric so that the wrong side points upwards.
> Place the fabric beneath the presser foot so that the needles pierce the fabric at the first stitch.
> Lower the presser foot.
> Sew approx. 1.5 - 2.5 cm over the seam and make sure not to cut the existing seam.
> Finish the seam by sewing into the air.
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