Self-threading sergers
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Learn all about self-threading sergers. In this sewing tutorial I’ll explain what the types of self-threading overlockers are, which brands have them, and what machines I recommend if you are eager to add one to your collection (as I was!). This technology is fairly new, and different brands define “self-threading” differently.
How does air jet threading work?
Air jet threading is really neat. With this technology, threading ports are connected to the end of each looper by tubes. When you press the button to start the threading, the threads are flown through the tubes with air. Magic, right?
What are the benefits of air jet threading?
We have (rightly) talked about how threading a serger is a pretty rigorous activity and exercise in patience. So, of course the first benefit is that you do not need to worry about the acrobats of threading a serger. However, there are other benefits I’ve found with air jet threading too, such as:
No more twisted, knotted threads. Maybe you have experienced this too—all the time and energy to get the serger threaded so you can finally start to sew, only to find that the threads are knotted together or twisted. With air jet threading, this is no longer a problem, thankfully.
Easy to operate for anyone. If you have arthritis or vision problems, threading a serger may have been impossible before. However, with this technology, the overlocker world is available to everyone.
Simple to change thread colors. I admit that I sometimes kept my serger thread a basic color for longer than I may have liked just to avoid that tedious threading process. Thankfully, this is no longer a problem with a self-threading serger.
No lint build-up. As the threads are constantly moving through the tubes, there’s no opportunity for fluff or lint to build up and clog the tubes.