does this serger cut off the extra material when it's finishing the hem/seam?
2076710
I generally use my serger to ensure seams have a finished look and it does cut off the excess fabric on the seams
1219498
Not as good as the one I use for my other sewing machine. The other one has a piece that goes below the foot that stops the fabric from going past 1/4 inch.
1912461
with the covering on both sides,plus the fiber material inside,its about 3/4 thick. You could cut it with something,but the real issue would be in hemming the cut end.
624151
yes it does have a seam down the middle and the edges are hemmed .hope this was helpful !
1387887
Yes, it does. Once the cut is complete it runs for maybe 2 seconds then stops itself.
220369
This does not happen to me. I puss the cloth into the gripper holes. You do need to make sure the cloth is centered on the swiffer so that it can be pushed into all 4 holes on the top of the end piece.
178729
While you can do that, the manual gives specific instructions on how to remove the thread, and it is more like a sewing machine in that sense. However, unlike a sewing machine where the tension is released automatically by raising the presser foot, on this machine, raising the presser foot does not automatically release the tension. In order to do this, you have to push the tension release buttons on each applicable thread and pull at the same time. It takes some practice, but it can be done. Before I figured it out, I did just what you described. This works, but for hemming you may have some problems. If you don't release the tension, you will have to sew a stitch diagonally and then rip it out in order to preserve the clean hem line. This will weaken the stitch because you won't have enough thread to tie it off. You may end up having to redo it. Also, if you lift the presser foot and try to move the fabric, without releasing the tension, you may rip the thread, which again will weaken it. So, the answer is yes and no. You can do it that way, but you may run into some issues if you're hemming. Better to follow the directions. You'll get the hang of it.
2062923
The ends are unfinished, but that's good because it means you can knot one end to make a sort of cap, and the fabric is strong. I have a lot of different Buffs, and I haven't had a single one to get frayed or to unravel, and that includes hundreds of washings.
108805
Donna, I have trimmed this fabric and it does not fray. Just to be sure, you should consider folding over the cut area or using an anti frayliquid available at a fabric/sewing store.
1734790
This is just the pad that goes under the cover so your cover should cinch down the extra material if the pad hangs over the edge. Or you could always cut off the excess since it will be under the ironing board cover, even If the cut is not perfect it wouldn't be visible.
2096708
Yes there are grommets on the bottom,top and sides too. I'm sure you could cut it however you would need to hem it afterwards.
789416
On two needle models, it has 4.5 mm (11/64ths) and 7 mm (9/32nds). I have had this machine (my first serger) for a couple of months and am enjoying learning a new way of sewing, nice finished seams and rolled hems. I like it a lot for the price.
1105805
No. I think that this is a design flaw. You have to end up cutting up the last piece
108803
I have cut the material and gave some thought to fraying before making the cut also. I had an old iron that I had warmed(not hot or you'll melt the fabric) standing by. After making the cut, I ran the warm iron over the cut line to soften the cut area and fuse any frayed ends together. You can also create a hem at your cutline-folding the cutline and frayed ends under. I used a hot glue gun(low setting not high) to bond the hem closed. Heat is your friend-just don't get carried away or you'll melt things rather than soften and join. If you are going to have some extra, just cut off a small piece and experiment.
108802
I have cut the material and gave some thought to fraying before making the cut also. I had an old iron that I had warmed(not hot or you'll melt the fabric) standing by. After making the cut, I ran the warm iron over the cut line to soften the cut area and fuse any frayed ends together. You can also create a hem at your cutline-folding the cutline and frayed ends under. I used a hot glue gun(low setting not high) to bond the hem closed. Heat is your friend-just don't get carried away or you'll melt things rather than soften and join. If you are going to have some extra, just cut off a small piece and experiment. I have cut the material and gave some thought to fraying before making the cut also. I had an old iron that I had warmed(not hot or you'll melt the fabric) standing by. After making the cut, I ran the warm iron over the cut line to soften the cut area and fuse any frayed ends together. You can also create a hem at your cutline-folding the cutline and frayed ends under. I used a hot glue gun(low setting not high) to bond the hem closed. Heat is your friend-just don't get carried away or you'll melt things rather than soften and join. If you are going to have some extra, just cut off a small... » Read More I have cut the material and gave some thought to fraying before making the cut also. I had an old iron that I had warmed(not hot or you'll melt the fabric) standing by. After making the cut, I ran the warm iron over the cut line to soften the cut area and fuse any frayed ends together. You can also create a hem at your cutline-folding the cutline and frayed ends under. I used a hot glue gun(low setting not high) to bond the hem closed. Heat is your friend-just don't get carried away or you'll melt things rather than soften and join. If you are going to have some extra, just cut off a small piece and experiment. « Show Less
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You can stop sewing with the needle in the down position or move the wheel to where the needle is in the down position. This can be useful sometimes when doing corners or fine detail. The machine does not make nearly as much noise as my 1970s Singer and seems to have more power. I use it to patch and repair our favorite old jeans and it handles the heavy material well.
1680711
Actually, no it does not have that feature, BUT it has sewed many long hours, and I absolutely love the ease of the machine. It is really durable and does very well for a straight forward basic machine with a few nice decorative stitches. It is an excellent machine for the money. Thanks.