Please watch this video tutorial below before coming to the Knowledge Lab to use the serger machine- if you have not watched this tutorial prior to your equipment reservation time, Knowledge Lab staff will have you watch it before you can begin using the machine.
This is a great tutorial that provides a full overview of the Bernette b64 airlock serger and the information you need to get started using the serger sewing machine in the Knowledge Lab. This video covers threading the machine (both loopers and needles), and provides a demo on adjusting settings based on different types of fabric.
These videos below are tutorials produced by the Bernette company that separate the different functions of the serger machine with short and direct videos. These videos do not have spoken instruction but do have written instructions if Closed Captions are turned on. These tutorials are especially helpful for close up visuals.
The serger machine can be used for a variety of creative projects but the most basic use of the machine is to finish edges and hem fabric, here is a great tutorial that covers 9 different types of hems that can done using a serger.
This is a great beginner friendly project for learning how to use a serger. This tutorial uses a different machine but the overall tutorial and process is the same for the machine in the lab.
This is a nice short tutorial on how to adjust the settings of a serger to gather fabric quickly and easily. This is a great technique for any project that has a ruffle.
This is a beginner to intermediate level project for making a custom t-shirt using a serger.
Below are a few video tutorials with helpful tips and tricks for using a serger and trouble shooting potentials issues.