Janome MyLock 204D Serger By The Each Review

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(More customer reviews)I love my serger Janome MyLock 204D. Never had a janome before but after reading lots and lots of reviews I went ahead and purchased one and found that I am really a big fan. I sew A LOT and this little machine is easy to use, great size, decent price and is a work horse. Would recommend to all.

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The MyLock 204D gives you a wide range of serging features in a compact machine. Its sturdy design and precise Janome stitch mechanism ensures beautiful 3/4 thread operation. And the fact that it doesn't take up much space makes it an easy fit for your sewing room.Features: 3 or 4 thread overlock Lay-in thread tension dial Seam width: 1 - 5mm seam length3.3mm(narrow) 7.5mm (wide) 2.0mm Rolled hem Slim foot Handy needle threader Convenient thread cutter Easy rolled hem change-over 0.5 - 2.2 differential feed ratio Easy upper knife release Adjustable cutting width: 3.1 - 5.1mm Easy lower looper threading Differential feed Lower looper pre-tension setting slider Changeable thread guide Front and back needle guard Retractable upper knife Numbered tension dials Color-coded thread guides Snap-on presser feetStandard Accessories: Standard Serger Foot Instructional Video Instruction Book Package of Serger Needles Screwdrivers (L S) Tweezers110 volts This machine does not conform to International electronic codes. Warranty is voided outside the US.

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Singer Serger 14CG754 Serger Overlock Review

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(More customer reviews)Purchased this item from a retail JoAnns' It was 249.99 on sale, came threaded.
I had to play around with the machine more than I used it, read the reviews here and on JoAnns' site and decided there was a better Serger out there.
Bought a Brother from Amazon, JoAnn only sold Singer.

Now, in defense of the Singer serger machine, it has a much heavier material cutter, less oiling and a heavier steel shaft, collar combination, than the Brother.
Also, when the Singer was serging it did an extremely good job of overlocking, better than the Brother, in my opinion.
After I became used to the Singer form of threading it wasn't as bad as most of the reviews made it sound.

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Juki 2-Needle, 2/3/4/5-Thread Overlock Machine MO-735 Review

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(More customer reviews)I researched for nearly two years before deciding on getting the Juki MO735 5 thread two needle serger with coverstitch. What I found with the Juki is a solidly build mechanical machine that has all the stitches I wanted in a serger but most importantly, the quality of stitches that are superb, balanced and even. It is easy to thread compared to other brands without the jet air. The lower looper has a threading helper built into the machine which places the thread exactly where it needs to be in a hard to reach elbow of the looper. It is very easy to switch to rolled hem, a simple switch slides the stitch finger to a narrow setting, an adjustment to the cutting width, stitch length made for fast conversion. It has lay-in tension discs which aid in the ease of threading this machine. I find the standard tension setting to work for most of the stitches which means there is near zero fiddling with the tensions to get the stitches to look balanced, there is an not auto tenion featute. If I sew with heavy threads or fabric, then adjustment is necessary and to be expected. Although I have not used the chainstitch yet it's threading looks to be straight forward. Coverhem is also beautiful. At first I had trouble with threading for coverhem but that was more to operator error than the machine. The machine comes with two packs of needles. The Juki uses both household 103/705H and JLx2 needles. The household needle capacity is a huge bonus as it is hard to find the JLx2. A nice vinyl pouch with accessories comes standard including spool caps, thread nets, screw driver, and coverhem pressure foot. Also clip-on waiste bin, small tube of sewing machine oil, a pack of JLx2 serger needles, a pack of Schmetz Univeral needles and coverhem extension plate, Inside the Looper Cover there is a handy storage of tools including pack of needles, small screw driver, tweezers, upper looper converter, needle threader, and needle inserter/lint brush. If I had any critique of the Juki MO735 would be the Instruction Manual. In my research I learned this to be a problem, that the manual is not intuitively laid out. However, there is a threading chart to be found at AllBrands website, if you look at Juki mo735 there. It should have a pdf link to save and download. I found this to be absolutely essential when learning to thread this machine because the diagrams are large enough to define detail which is hard to see in the Juki manual. Once I threaded the machine a half dozen times in various stitch patterns, it was very easy to learn new threading variations. As a promotion through Juki, my machine came with eight additional pressure feet including a blind hem foot, an elasticator, gathering, beading, curve/pearl, cording, and piping foot. Normally, the pressure foot accessories at optional and cost about $185 for the entire set of 8. Maintenace is straight forward. I regularly clean away lint which accumulates easily and oiling is required in two specific places on the upper looper arm. The manual is very clear about maintenance. Finally, to get perspective, I am fairly new to the world of sergers, though have been sewing for many years. I was not in the least intimidated by this machine. As I add more hours using it, I will return to update my experience.

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Create the latest sophisticated styles, trendy sportswear, stretchy activewear, adorable childrenswear, decorative home fashions and more! With the MO-735 you can expand your sewing capabilities with a wide range of 2/3/4 thread overlock stitch variations. With the MO-735 you can advance your serging applications to include chainstitch, 5-thread safety stitch and 2 or 3 needle coverstitch.This Juki Serger can handle all types of fabrics from ultra light weight to heavy weight, and the most difficult-to-feed materials. Achieve virtually every serger technique and decorative stitch you've imagined with the Juki MO-735.

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Juki 1-Needle, 3-Thread Overlock Machine MO-623 Review

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(More customer reviews)Purchased the serger as a gift for my wife and she was very excited! Works very well and the price was the same or better than ANY other site, nice not having to shop around. It did everything it said it did and was not a disappointment. The video it came with was a little outdated but very quick and easy in describing what it can all do. I purchased Juki because of the quality in the name brand and not the functions, but from what I hear from my wife it does everything she could need. If you buy the extra feet (like all sergers) than it could do even more. Value for the money, compact and well made.

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With the Garnet Line of home sergers, a beginner or experienced sewer can create simple sportswear or elegant evening wear with unbelievable ease. Expand your range of design and technique with the easy to operate, durable and dependable Juki Locks. These models handle the latest materials and threads to assist you in sewing the most fashionable apparel for the entire family, as well as accessories, crafts and home decorating items. The Garnet Line was developed with all types of sewing in mind, at a price you can afford. Choose either model and get great serger performance for your individual needs.

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Heavy Duty Serger Overlock Carrying Case Review

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(More customer reviews)On the positive side: The size of the case is perfect for a serger. It is wide enough, with ample room for the serger, the serger's accessories pouch, cords, foot pedal, and for the four thread cones once the supporting thread stem of the serger is lowered.
On the negative side: The plastic with which the case is made of is not rigid and the bottom of the carrying case which I received was curved inwards front and back. The cover did not fit snug over the base. Due to the bent base, there was a 1/2 inch gap in the front and in the back of the case when I placed the cover. Moreover, the two locks of this "heavy duty serger overlock carrying case" are not as sturdy as those of the 5300 Brother Universal carrying case. When I received my serger's carrying case, it had already received a hit, possibly during transport. and the cover's molded plastic hook on one side was broken. Those plastic hooks on the left and right which are an extension of the cover, support the two metal locks. They appear to be weak spots. In my opinion, the 5300 Brother Universal carrying case is by far sturdier, and its two locks seem to be more reliable.
One final note: As soon as I reported the damaged case, the company that sold me the case via Amazon.com were very courteous and they immediately credited my account. As a result, I bought the 5300 Brother Universal carrying case instead, and I am very happy with the 5300 model.

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Hard shell tote for your sewing machine. This case is molded with sturdy construction to provide extra protection. The secure latches and handles provide comfortable and easy transport. It safely stores and transports most household freearm sewing machines.This case is hard shell and a brand new design!! Thicker plastic than most cases on the market.2-piece carrying and storage caseFits 99% ofall sergers on the market. Please email us with your make and model number. I will be happy to check it for compatibility.Molded from durable but lightweight plasticLocking metal side hinges; built-in handle; stay-clean surface

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Tutto Serger & Accessory Bag (14-1/2" X 14-1/2") - in your choice of colors Review

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(More customer reviews)Very good quality. Great pockets and compartments. Only thing I don't like is the stiching on the velcro that holds the handles together is coming off.

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This bag was designed to stack on top of the Tutto Machine On Wheels Cases securely or used individually. It will hold your sewing accessories or a serger and makes a great companion piece for all of your sewing travel needs. This bag features 3 outside pockets with zipper closures, padded side walls, and inside mesh pockets. Available in a variety of colors. Measurements: 14-1/2"L x 14-1/4"H x 10-1/2"D.

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Kenmore Serger Sewing Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)The previous reviewer obviously has no idea how to use a serger if it took an hour to thread and was that difficult to operate. This machine works very well. Easy to use and the dvd that comes with it is very good. I would highly recommend this serger. I got on sale for $199 at Sears and have been very happy with it.

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Janome MyLock 204D Serger Overlock Review

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(More customer reviews)Sergers are amazing, frustrating machines. This is the only one I have ever used, but I am assuming that such a complex machine, regardless of manufacturer, is difficult to learn to use. I am not an everyday sewist, and I would say this machine sees about 5 projects a year.
This machine is kind of built for a beginner. It is relatively easy to change from seams to rolled edges. It is easy to remember how to thread, however the provided thread was not high quality and I replaced it soon after learning to thread. Troubleshooting problems was a pain in the neck because after you re-thread the lower looper 5 times and the thread breaks AGAIN, you just want to go back to your little regular machine and zigzag your edges. Then you remember the differental feed, which is a pretty sweet deal, and you re-thread the lower looper after adjusting the tension.
Honestly, this is alot more machine than I need as it is just a toy for me. I would not recommend a serger if you are a hobby sew-er, unless you have alot of patience, and are bored with the 24 stitches your regular machine can achieve. That being said, if you are into knitwear or quilting, a serger (this serger) could be a dream come true.

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The MyLock 204D gives you a wide range of serging features in a compact machine. Its sturdy design and precise Janome stitch mechanism ensures beautiful 3/4 thread operation. And the fact that it doesn't take up much space makes it an easy fit for your sewing room.

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Singer 14SH654 FreeArm Overlock Sewing Machine Serger Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this serger from Walmart about a week ago. The low price is what lured me in, and I have not been terribly disappointed yet, considering what I paid for it. Sergers are fairly complex and take a lot more patience to operate than sewing machines. You can expect to put at least an hour or two into setting this machine up, and should plan on running a few scraps of fabric through it initially to adjust the tension dials, which can be a bit finicky and over-sensitive. The machine comes with a DVD that is INFINITELY more helpful than the manual, and with a lot of patience and several failed attempts, I was able to thread it correctly and produce a stitch. My only complaint is that the stitching can be inconsistent at times, no matter how much I fiddle with the tension dials, but I cannot say I expected a flawless machine at such a low price. This is a nice machine for those on a budget or who use their sergers lightly. I only use mine for finishing the edges of light-weight fabrics, and it suits my purposes quite well. A more expensive machine would probably function more consistently, true, but I'm thankful there's a serger out there that meets my more stringent budget!

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All the speed, efficiency, and creative possibilities of an overlock machine are yours with the Singer 14SH654. With easy access to the lower loopers, the quick and easy capability to make rolled or narrow hems, and the decorative stitch possibilities, this model makes an excellent choice for a first time user of an overlock machine or as a replacement for that older model in the corner.What is Refurbished? When a product is refurbished, it is made to look like and operate as a brand new item should. Many times it is as simple as the box being opened by mistake or for quality checks. Once the box has been opened, that item cannot be sold as new. Items with serious malfunctions are not refurbished, it would cost too much to refurbish them to 'like new' condition. Each refurbished item we feature is completely inspected, rerun down the production line and triple checked for quality before being packed and shipped. Most of the time the only difference between new and refurbished is the brown box and the lower price, which is your gain as an educated consumer. We are so confident with the quality of our refurbished items that we offer a full 30 day return policy with every purchase, so buy with confidence!

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Pedal Sta 12-Inch-by-12-Inch Serger Pad & Trim Catcher Review

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(More customer reviews)i love this pad. it is perfect size for my overlock pfaff and this is quite a wide machine. i don't have anything bad to say about this product. it is simply great. even the rim catcher releases very smooth once you want to throw away all of the trims.

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PEDAL STA-Serger Pad/Trim Catcher is a large 12 x 12 pad area that fits under all sizes of major brand sewing machines.The special foam backing absorbs machine vibrations.Protects table surface and prevents machine from crawling.The trim catcher bag quickly detaches for easy removal of contents.Helps prevent scrap waste from cluttering floor.Makes the work area safer. Work-saving convenient and cost effective!The polyethylene foam bottom can be placed directly on furniture without scratching. Provides a quieter work environment.Made of selected material to withstand rugged physical abuse.Measures:12 x 12.

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Tacony Corporation Sewing With Nancy EZ?Lock Serger Machine- Review

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(More customer reviews)This is my first serger. I'm thrilled with the instructional video it came with, the easy to use manual, and the quality of this machine. Nancy recommends practicing threading daily until you're comfortable. It didn't take long! Adjusting tensions is also clearly explained. It has a number of features I couldn't get without spending much more money and comes with lots of accessories. I easily found the needles online too. I can hardly wait to try out all the stitches this machine is capable of. I'm an experienced seamstress but a novice about serging. I feel confident I'll be able to use the EZ Lock without difficulty. I'm very happy with the speed and simplicity sewing is now. I'll always have my sewing machine - but boy am I glad I finally bought a serger!

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A multifunctional must-have for any sewer, this easy-to-use machine sews a seam, finishes the edge, and trims away any excess fabric--all in one step. The serger offers 4/3/2 color-coded EZ threading, differential feed, a free arm for hems and sleeves, and adjustable stitch length and width. For added convenience, it provides stitch functions to do a rolled-edge hem, flatlock seaming, and gathering and decorative chaining. A filled accessory case comes included containing needles, a snap-on blind-hem foot, a snap-on elastic foot, a rolled-hem needle plate, and more. The versatile machine comes in handy for a variety of sewing projects, and features a lightweight design for portability and feet to help keep it stable during operation. The user guide and instructional DVD help get sewing enthusiasts started. The serger measures 13 by 9-3/5 by 11-4/5 inches.

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Singer 14T968DC.CL Professional 5 Overlock Serger Sewing Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)Gosh, after paying a whole lot more for this seemingly professional serger, it started falling apart--literally--after the first few days. The machine vibrates, shakes, rattles--is very difficult to keep steady even after placing it on my heaviest and sturdiest table. Then the upper looper started yanking the thread out of the needles. This one's going back. Problem is, I don't know what to get next. So I am going to try for the Reliable Dreamstitcher. We'll see.

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Includes (1) Taping Foot, (1) Cording Foot, (1) Shirring Foot, (1) Blindstitch Hem Foot, (1) Beading Foot, Needles, (3) Screwdrivers - small, large and special, Allen Wrench, Spool Net, Clean Pocket, Spool Holder, Tweezers, Instruction Manual

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Brother SA212 Serger Elastic Application Foot Review

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(More customer reviews)Well first off the little instructions that came with the foot are LACKING, and than the foot its self was kind of dissapointing, it doesnt put much tension on the elastic so you still need to put gentle tension on the elastic. I have decided to make a casing for elastic instead of using the foot whenever possible but its better than a zig zag.

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Brother's SA212 elastic application foot attaches and sews elastic or tape up to 12mm in width to stretch fabrics in one easy step. The channel on the foot guides and secures the material without the need for pins, and the foot also gathers knits as the elastic is attached. For use with Brother serger models 1034D, 3034D, and PL-2100.

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JUKI MO654DE Portable Serger Review

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(More customer reviews)This is my fifth serger and, so far, my favorite. For the last five years I have mostly sewn on a Baby lock Imagine, and then a Baby Lock Evolve. These are excellent, very easy to use sergers, but very expensive. In addition, I found the Evolve, the one I used the most, had trouble going over thick seams. When the Evolve was getting serviced earlier this year I bought a vintage Juki (MO-104) and loved it but decided I needed a more modern one with differential feed and a rolled hem.
This Juki has it all. It is very stable--never moves around when you're serging--has a wonderful knife set-up that cuts through anything smoothly, and has a beautiful rolled hem, either two or three thread. It doesn't have the jet air threading of the Baby Locks, but threads easily. Everything is color-coded. The tensions are also very easy to set. I haven't had any problem with them at all.
I would advise you also to order a good, basic serger book because the instruction book with this Juki doesn't explain how to make the variety of stitches that are possible with it. With most of them you just have to tweak the tensions or stitch length or width, all easy to do on this machine. The electronic, high end machines (that go for a thousand dollars or more) will either make these adjustments automatically, or tell you how to do them on the screen, but I find a good serger book works just as well, and is much, much cheaper.
Do be aware that this machine does not have a coverstitch, or coverhem, as it is sometimes called. It's the two or three thread stitch used to hem knits. To get this stitch you need to buy an expensive, high-end combo serger, or a separate coverstitch machine. I like having a regular serger, this one in particular, and a separate coverstitch machine, like the Janome CP 1000.
This is shipped from Ken's Sewing Center, a store with an excellent reputation in the sewing community. Mine arrived quickly in perfect shape, but had there been a problem I know Ken's would have taken care of it.
Really, this serger is an amazing deal. Juki is an excellent brand; I understand they make the Bernina sergers as well.
Update: When I reviewed this serger it was $399.00 and was shipped by Ken's Sewing Center. I see now that the price and vendor have been changed. It is still an excellent serger but not quite as good a deal now.

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Put Juki industrial sewing machine technology to work in your home.Juki's know how incorporated powerful, dedicated drive cutting system, ease of use and high quality stitch formation in their household use sergers.Convertible 2/3/4 thread serging with automatic rolled hem capability. Color coded threading and breakaway looper for easy, correct threading.The upper knife moves out of the way for safe and easy threading access. Stitch length and differential feed adjustments are located on the outside of the machine for ease of use. The knife adjustment is calibrated for project to project consistency.This machine comes with a multi purpose foot for sewing a wide variety of stitches and products including tape, and elastic.Safety features include a micro-safety switch to lock out the machine motor when the side cover is open for threading. Wide variety of optional presser feet available for cording, blind stitch, piping, gathering, etc.

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Brother 2340CV 2 & 3-Needle, 3 & 6mm COVERHEM STITCH Review

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(More customer reviews)Just bought this coverhem machine from Kens Sewing. Five minutes after unpack I had a lovely, perfect 8" coverhem sample. That was yesterday. Today I have a lovely, new t-shirt with painless, perfect hems and bound neckline compliments of this machine.
The machine isn't high-end (results are tho) but I'm thinking that it's going to help me puzzle out why my 4yo, $1500 Bernina overlock/chain/coverstitch can't make--never has--anywhere near an acceptable coverstitch let alone a chainstitch.
High-end, schmi-end. This.Bro.works.good
Oh, and, Ken has the best price (far as I can tell) in the US. Also, having fumbled the initial order I created an immediate customer service test. Ken and crew passed w/flying colors. I am one happy camper.
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The cover stitch is what gives garments their professional looking finish. This stitch (also called a "cover hem") was previously available only on sergers, and then, often only on the highest-end sergers.The Brother 2340CV is a more economical model, offering a wide 6mm, triple-needle cover stitch and a chain stitch. Because they only do these two types of stitches, they're extremely fast-up to 1,000 stitches per minute-and much easier to set up and use. They look more like regular sewing machines, and offer familiar features that make them easier to use than sergers, like a full size sewinbed, free arm sewing, vertical needle drop and a one-hand thread cutter.This machine will allow you to hem T-Shirts, attach lace, attach taping and binding, sew decorative stitching, attach elastic, attach lace, do belt loop stitching, circular hemming, attach elastic lace & hem stitchingThe cover stitch is especially suited to stretchy fabrics like knits, as well as the popular new blends of traditional woven fabrics with a small percentage of stretch fiber added for extra flexibility. The cover stitch is a serger-type stitch made without the knives (no fabric is cut), so it can be used not only to finish hems, necklines, collars and cuffs, but also for decorative effects in the middle of the fabric. Cover stitches can be made with two or three needles. Chain stitch One-needle, two-thread double chain stitch. For tape binding, joining woven fabrics and decorative effects. Expand your creativity with Brother's advanced technology.-Easy to follow lay-in threading.-Color-coded threading guide.-Fast and easy looper threading system.-Dial adjustment for stitch length.-Stitch length 2mm to 4mm.-Presser foot pressure adjustment.-Slide lever adjustment for differential feed.-Differential feed for perfect seaming on virtually any fabric type.-Eliminates the wavy or stretched appearance of stitches on fabrics.-Snap-on presser foot

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Singer 14SH6540 Differential-Feed Serger Sewing Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this item at Walmart for $229 and was excited to begin sewing my first project. That was a huge mistake. The thread kept popping out of the tension on #3 no matter what I did. I tried tightening it several times, went back to directions repeatedly looking for what I could have done wrong, though everything appeared to have been done correctly. To finish the initial project I was sewing I ended up having to hold thread #3 by hand to create the right tension to finish sewing. Thank goodness for dexterity! The other major problem I had was the machine jumped around a lot on my sewing table as it sewed. It didn't weigh enough to hold it in place, nor were there any suction cups on the bottom to keep it stable. I ended up having to chase the machine down while I was holding thread #3! I'm sure it all looked quite comical, but it was WAY too much of a hassle for me. I returned the item to Walmart, got my money back and went to a local sewing shop and found a Janome serger that didn't cost too much more. The Janome threads beautifully with perfect tension and has little suction feet to hold the machine in place while sewing. Going from the Singer to the Janome in the same day made it very clear to me what a cheap piece of junk the Singer is. As a side note, I asked the repairman at the sewing shop about the Singer and he says he won't carry them anymore because they break too often. 3 Months later and I haven't had a single problem with my Janome!

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1) 3/4 thread machine [this means the stitches are made with 3 or 4 cones of thread] 2) Needles are Singer type #2022 [these are essentially sewing machine needles but a little heaver duty]

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Brother 1034D 3/4 Lay-In Thread Serger Review

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(More customer reviews)I think if you're looking at this machine, you're either a) new to serging or b) impressed by the price and interested in the quality. I'm completely new to sergers, but I did my homework before buying this one, and for the price and the performance, this serger has a perfect balance.
I was also concerned about being able to figure out how to use it on my own (so many people talk about taking a class) but within a day I felt like I knew it inside and out. It's setup is uncomplicated and I was able to get right to work. There's something to be said about passing over the machine that can "do it all" and buying one that just does what you need.
1) The "how-to" videos are wonderful for the visual learner. You can pick up the same knowledge from the thorough instruction book(s) included, but the videos reinforce the book. Watching the video on "threading" once, and following the line drawings on the machine itself, I was able to thread the machine in 5 minutes. (It's really not that hard - it's all color coded and the steps are numbered, but the videos help)
2) Included are two additional feet, one for a blind hem/flatlock and another for gathering ruffles as you sew. Together, they themselves are an $60 value. The feet are "snap-on" (when I read about that online I instantly thought of breakable plastic, but the feet are primarily metal with some plastic pieces on the blind hem foot) - the "snap-on" construction is very easy to use and solid (i.e. nothing is going to snap OFF over time)
3) It's very easy to set the tension and the manual has a very clear chart on troubleshooting uneven stitches (with 4 threads, there are multiple things that can be off with the tension).
4) The company description says that it does 22 stitch functions, which I think is a little misleading (it does the basic stuff and they show different applications for the basics).
THIS IS WHAT IT DOES:
1. 3/4-thread overlock (uses 4 threads; best for use with knits or upholstery fabric)
2. 3-thread overlock (general use) in two widths - 3mm (using only the right needle) and 5mm (using only the left)
3. Rolled hem (great for edges of napkins, pajama bottoms, frilly skirts, etc)
4. Flatlock stitch (decorative or flat seams)
5. Blind hem
THIS IS WHAT IT DOESN'T DO:
1. Coverlock stitch (stretchy stitch with two straight lines on the front of the fabric). If you're sewing for yourself (i.e. not selling what you make), you can fake this stitch on your regular zigzag sewing machine with a twin needle. It's not quite the same, but close enough for me.
2. Chain stitch (a semi-straight stitch, similar to a regular sewing machine but easier to rip out (i.e. good for basting) and a good reinforcement for upholstery)
Other sergers I looked at that did the coverlock stitch in addition to overlock, etc. had complicated and time consuming adjustments to be made to switch to the coverlock. If you're going to use it a lot, consider getting a separate machine that does it (the Brother model is 2340CV).
The one feature the 1034D is missing for me is the ability to do a 3-thread overlock and a chain stitch at the same time - good for upholstery but something available only on a 5 thread machine.
5) Nice little things:
1. You have the option of using regular thread spools (cheaper and smaller if you don't need 1000 yards x 4 of whatever color you're buying)
2. You use regular needles - so you can use them in both your regular sewing machine and your serger
3. It's really easy to control speed with the foot pedal - very responsive
4. Disabling the knife (that trims your fabric as you sew) is done with just the flick of a switch
5. Differential feed allows you to sew any thickness of fabric, line up stripes evenly, etc.

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The Brother 1034D Serger features a 3/4 lay-in thread system with lower looper threader. Stitch options include 4 thread overlock, 3 thread overlock, narrow hem, rolled hem, and ribbon lock stitches. Additionally you can sew blind hem, pin tuck and flat lock stitches by purchasing optional presser feet. The machine has a free arm/flat bed convertible sewing surface. The 1034D also offers a F.A.S.T. lower looper threading system for easy thread changes. The differential feed improves sewing results on stretch or thin fabrics to give you a perfect finish. Snap-on presser feet allow quick and easy changes to transition to each desired stitch. The 1034D also includes an instructional video tape to make serging fast easy and fun.

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