Does your serger feel intimidating?
You’re not alone.
Many sewists feel overwhelmed by threading, tension settings, skipped stitches, and confusing serger manuals. In fact, it’s incredibly common for a serger to end up sitting unused because it simply feels too frustrating to learn.
That’s exactly why Serger 101 was created.
This beginner-friendly online serger course will help you confidently understand your machine step-by-step so you can finally stop feeling overwhelmed and start enjoying your serger.
Whether your machine is brand new or has been collecting dust for years, Serger 101 will teach you how to confidently thread, troubleshoot, and use your serger to create professional-looking projects with ease.
What You’ll Learn in Serger 101
Inside this online serger course, you’ll learn:
✔ How your serger works
✔ How to thread your serger with confidence
✔ How to choose the right serger thread and needles
✔ How to sew essential overlock stitches
✔ How to create rolled hems and decorative finishes
✔ How to sew curves, corners, and tricky areas with ease
✔ How to troubleshoot common serger problems like skipped stitches, tension issues, and fabric rippling
✔ How to clean, maintain, and care for your serger
✔ How to create your own serger stitch reference book
You’ll also complete guided exercises and skill-building projects to practice your new techniques and build confidence with your machine.
Learn to Use Your Serger Step-by-Step
Serger 101 was designed specifically for beginners and improving sewists who want clear, approachable instruction without feeling overwhelmed.
Lessons are broken down into simple, manageable sections so you can learn at your own pace and revisit techniques whenever you need a refresher.
Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to confidently use your serger on both woven and knit fabrics while creating clean, professional seam finishes.
Learn Essential Serger Techniques
Inside the course, you’ll learn practical serger techniques, including:
✔ 3-thread overlock stitches
✔ 4-thread overlock stitches
✔ Rolled hems
✔ Decorative serger techniques
✔ Differential feed adjustments
✔ Tension control basics
✔ Serger maintenance and cleaning
✔ Professional seam finishing techniques
You’ll also learn how to troubleshoot common serger issues so you can feel more confident adjusting your machine settings and solving problems on your own.
Who This Course Is For
This online serger course is perfect for:
✔ Beginners learning how to use a serger
✔ Sewists who feel intimidated by their machine
✔ Anyone struggling with serger threading or tension
✔ Sewists wanting cleaner, more professional finishes
✔ People interested in sewing knit fabrics with confidence
✔ Anyone ready to finally stop avoiding their serger
No matter your current skill level, this course will help you better understand your machine and feel more comfortable using it.
Learn at Your Own Pace
No need to travel to a class or work around someone else’s schedule.
With this online serger course, you can watch lessons anytime on your laptop, tablet, or phone — as many times as you need.
✔ Self-paced lessons
✔ Lifetime access
✔ Beginner-friendly instruction
✔ Printable guides and resources included
✔ Access to a private student community
✔ 30-day money-back guarantee
This course follows the same proven teaching methods Margaret Smith has used to teach hundreds of students in sewing studios, fabric stores, and schools for more than 15 years.
Why Learn to Serge?
A serger is one of the most useful tools you can have in your sewing space.
From beautifully finished seams to quick garment construction and decorative techniques, a serger can completely transform the way you sew.
Once you understand how your serger works, you’ll be able to:
✔ create cleaner seams
✔ sew knit fabrics more confidently
✔ finish projects faster
✔ create professional-looking garments and projects
And honestly, you may wonder how you ever sewed without one.
Ready to Finally Feel Confident Using Your Serger?
Your serger doesn’t have to feel intimidating anymore.
Learn the skills, techniques, and confidence you need to finally enjoy using your serger and create professional-looking projects with ease.
Sign up for Serger 101 today and start building your serger confidence step-by-step.
I think it is great you are offering a course. I love using a serger but it can be intimidating at first.A class would have helped me a lot.
How awesome that you are offering a online course!
Hello. I bought this serger 101. I cannot seem to find it . could you please help
You can access the course here: http://classroom.letslearntosew.com/courses/serger-101 You should have set-up a password when you purchased the course. If you can’t find your password you can reset it. Let me know if you need further help.
Margaret
I would like to learn how to use the different feet on my Baby Lock Celebrate, will this class be helpful?