![]() Most budget overlockers can only use 3 or 4 threads. The Huskylock S15 will let you create extra stitches like the 2 thread overlock, 2 thread rolled hem, and 2 thread mock flatlock. These stitches finish lightweight fabrics with less bulk than 3 or 4 threads can. Related: Serger & overlocker stitches explained (with photos) Pro: It has a free arm It’s a useful feature for sewists who want to experiment with different fabric types. It has a free arm to make sewing tubes of fabric easier. The free arm turns the fabric round the arm as you stitch. These features are common on modern overlockers now, but still worth mentioning: Pro: It has the essential overlocker features This is handy when overlocking sleeves, trouser hems, and children’s clothes. This is essential when working with trickier fabrics. Easy to switch to rolled hemming mode.It stops you from getting puckered or stretched out seams. Colour-coded threading guides printed on the machine.There’s no need to change the needle plate like in the past. This tells you where to place your threads without having to check your manual every time. You can overlock without cutting the edge. Domestic overlockers tend to sew at 1300 to 1500 stitches per minute (s.p.m). A light above the stitching area to see what you’re doing clearly.You’ll need this to increase or decrease the pressure when overlocking very thin or thick fabrics. Con: the lower looper is tricky to thread If you don’t understand some of these features, check out my article explaining overlocker terms. ![]() Modern overlockers tend to have a switch that pulls out the lower looper. Older overlockers keep the lower looper hidden and make you reach deep inside to thread it. You have to take the thread back and forth through the machine. It’s not the difficult design that older overlockers have, but it’s not as easy as the modern switch design either. If you want something similar to the Huskylock s15 but with easier threading, check out my Brother 4234d or Janome 6234xl reviews. “Threading the lower looper is a huge pain!! #2 there is no lever like other models to help slot the thread into that teeny notch way behind. ![]()
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