Intro to the Serger/Overlock: Make Your Own Hand Warmers!

Description: This class is for sewists who are looking to expand their skills by learning the serger/overlock machine. Students will learn the machine's parts, safety protocols, operation, and how to thread a 4-spool overlock machine. These skills will be used to create simple rice-filled, microwaveable, hand warmers. It's a perfect gift for your valentine this winter!

What is a Serger/Overlock Machine? Sergers are a multi-purpose multi-thread machine with opposing cutting blades that can be used in seam finishing work, as well as hemming and knit garment construction. This machine is a companion to the domestic sewing machine.

Prerequisites: Must be 18+, adults only. Basic domestic sewing machine experience, especially threading the machine, is required to take this class. A small amount of hand sewing will be involved in this project, but hand sewing experience isn’t necessary. Please contact us at info (at) hackpittsburgh.org if you have questions. We invite you to check out our many beginners' sewing classes if you're not quite ready for this class!

Cost: $50 for non-members $45 for HackPGH members. Be advised:
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• Payment is due at time of registration. You must notify HackPGH if you wish to pay with cash.
• If payment is not received 72 hours before class time, your registration will be cancelled and we will move to the waitlist!
• No-shows will NOT be refunded.
• Please notify us if you cannot attend the class at least 48 hours before the class date!

Date and Time: Saturday, February 7th from 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Note on class time: This timeframe is an estimate. Every student learns at a different pace. While we have planned a three-hour class, you may need more or less time. Participants should plan ahead accordingly! Free coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and bottled water are all available from our coffee bar during breaks. Other snacks and drinks are available from our vending machines.

Instructor: Erin

Class Limit: 2 - We have limited the number of students so that each participant can receive more intensive training and time with the instructor.