AC_S: Hem Your Own T-Shirt & Juki Cover Stitch Machine Sign-Off NEW CLASS

Ever wondered how to get a professional looking hem on your t-shirt? Come make your own and use the Juki Cover Stitch Machine to always get that stretchy, perfect hem!

In this hands-on class, you will use a cover stitch machine to hem your own t-shirt. Come discover the techniques and tricks to achieve the clean, stretchy hems and secure seams that give you a polished, professional finish when you work with knits. If you want to sew your own t-shirt to bring to this class, sign up for the Sew Your Own T-shirt Class earlier in the week.

What You’ll Learn:

• Introduction to the Juki MCS-1500: Understanding how to operate the machine, thread the machine, and make tension adjustments for optimal performance.

• Learn how to use the cover stitch machine to create 2 and 3 thread cover stitch hems.

• Troubleshooting & Maintenance: Learn to address common issues like skipped stitches and maintain the machine for longevity.

Sign Off: Juki MCS 1500 Cover Stitch Machine

Age Limit: 16+ 

Safety Dress Requirements: N/A

Prerequisites: Domestic sewing machine and serger proficiency. If unfamiliar with using a serger, please seek instruction during office hours, take Intro to Sergers, and/or a project class covering 4 thread overlock seams. No prior experience with cover stitch machines is necessary.  

Instructor: Danielle

What to Bring:  

• Glasses or eyewear needed for threading needles
• T-shirt to hem (optional - if you constructed a t-shirt in the Sew a T-shirt Class or you can bring a t-shirt from home. If you don't have one, knit fabric will be available for practice.)

Cancellation Policy: 48 hours

This class must have two students to run. If the class is cancelled due to lack of attendance you will be issued a full refund. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, that is a safety violation and you may not be able to join the class.

Per Nova Labs policy, there is no refund if the student is non-compliant with the safety dress requirement or more than 15 minutes late for class.