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How to choose an overlock for home use: which home overlock is better
An overlocker will come in handy in a house where they like to sew. The device for home use processes the edges of things and saves time for needlewomen. Let’s talk about the overlock capabilities and the models worth paying attention to.
Determine why you need this device. What matters is the number of things planned for sewing and the fabric from which they will be. If you sew for yourself and your loved ones, without swinging into outerwear and thick products for the interior, any budget model will do – they can easily cope with thin fabric.
When thinking about how to choose an overlock, pay attention to size and stability
Needlewomen who purchase an overlock for daily work in the atelier should carefully study the passport: the manufacturer describes the suitable material for work, functions and recommendations for use. Budget models are not designed for a constant load, so you will have to buy an industrial version.
Important functions that a household overlock should have:
- regulation of the seam width;
- regulation of the stitch size;
- a wide range of materials suitable for processing;
- the number of working threads;
- the number of lines to be performed;
- automatic threading;
- highlighting.
Two-thread seams are used to process thin and obedient fabrics; for denser ones, more threads are needed. Optimally – 3-4. The more fabrics the overlock works with, the better. Keep in mind that you are purchasing the device for years in advance and you may need to sew a product from any fabric.
It is important that you adjust the seam and stitch widths yourself depending on the product. It is desirable that the thread is threaded automatically, this saves time and effort. The backlight will save your eyesight and help you avoid mistakes.
Which brand is best for home use
If the purpose of the purchase is a hobby overlocker, pay attention to the following models:
- Brother 1034 D. The easy-to-use machine allows you to sew regular and decorative stitches at a speed of up to 1300 stitches in 60 seconds, as well as control thread colors, and quickly switch between modes. It has 22 programmed functions, it is easy to carry to another place of work, weighing 6,8 kg. Price – from 13 rubles;
- Brother M 1334 D. The budget model is stable, runs up to 8 programs, is not demanding on threads that are simply refueled. Provides fabric to the work surface and is equipped with a removable sleeve panel. Price – from 12 rubles;
- Aurora 600 D. Allows you to adjust the overedge width and is easy to use. Equipped with a filament and backlight. Feeds fabric differentially, free arm included. 6 built-in programs. Price – from 11 rubles;
- Juri MO 654 DE. Sews 8 different stitches, works silently and easily switches between modes. Easy to operate, stable. It may be difficult to thread the thread. Price – from 8000 rubles.
If you do not have a wealth of experience in sewing, carefully read each function so as not to overpay for unnecessary ones and not be left without the necessary ones. Easy or automatic threading and illumination will make your work easier.
A decent device can be bought within 13 rubles, no need to overpay for industrial models.