Out of the BoxSerging: Class 2

Rolled hem Picnic SetMilinda Jay Stephenson, Ph.D

Serger Fun!Rolled Hem Picnic Set

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Rolled Hem SergingToday, we will learn to set our sergers for rolled-

hem serging

Be certain to consult your instruction book for your individual serger. The following instructions are only very general.

NeedleFor rolled-hem serging, you will only need your

right needle.

Following the instructions for your make and model, remove the left needle.

Setting Needle PlateYour needle plate will need to be set for single

needle stitching, right needle.

Following the guidelines in your instruction book, set the needle plate for single, right needle serging.

Wooly nylon ThreadUsing wooly nylon thread in your upper looper

gives your edge a more filled-in finish.

ThreadingThread your lower looper with regular maxi-lock

serger thread

Thread your upper looper with wooly nylon specialty serging thread

Thread your needle with regular maxi-lock serger thread

TensionTo make the rolled hem, your needle thread will

be on a regular setting (about 4), the upper looper on a lower setting (about 3) and your lower looper on a high tension (about 7).

Check your instruction

manual for proper guidelines

Sew out a sampleBe certain to keep some scrap fabric around so

that you may sew out a sample.

Check your instruction manual for guidelines as to how to adjust the tension to reach the desired effect.

To make the picnic setThe blanket: cut a 45” square of fabric from two

pieces of contrasting fabric

The napkins: cut four 10 ½” squares from each of the two contrasting fabrics

The gallon sized bags: cut four 24” by 11” strips from each of the two contrasting fabrics

The quart sized bags: cut six 15” by 8” strips from each of the two contrasting fabrics

Squaring Fabric for 45” Square

Cutting out Napkins

Serging the BlanketPin the front 45” square to back 45” square,

wrong sides together. Pin from the center of the square.

Serge all four sides of blanket using rolled-hem stitch

Clip Threads, Apply Fray Check

Serge the napkinsPin napkin squares wrong sides together,

pinning from the center.

Serge four sides with rolled hem stitch.

Clip threads, apply fray check

Serge the BagsPlace contrasting fabrics wrong sides together

Serge finish top and bottom of fabric strips

Fold bags to finished size, serge edges

Enjoy!With leftover fabric, you might fashion a carrying

bag, or simply make more napkins or bags.

Happy serging!

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