This workshop is fully booked, we can add you to a waiting list incase of a cancelation or to be notifired of the new dates as soon as they are set. call or email the shop to be added.

An overlocker enhances and takes your sewing to a new level, however they can seem daunting and intimidating, whether its threading or what all the dials do. Get to know your overlocker on our workshop in our Bristol showroom and become friends with your machine.

Your tutor, Jenny, will not just show you how to use the overlocker, but will explain why and what is happening when adjustments are made.

Our workshops have a maximum of 6 pupils to keep pupil to tutor ration low.

NB - If your machine is a combination coverstitch and overlocker, the machine must be set up as the overlocker before attending the workshop - if you are unsure know how to do this then we recommend a one to one lesson (more info) to show this aspect of your machine.

See our Terms and Conditions to the right in the additional info section.

Getting to Know Your Overlocker | Workshop | Friday 21st August 2026

£45.00

VAT Included

Quantity

OUT OF STOCK

Friday 21st August 2026

Duration: 3 hours - 10 am - 1 pm

Maximum of 6 people on any workshop

Threading
Adjusting tension to get a balanced stitch
Working with woven and stretch fabric
Cutting width - how | why and when to use
Differential feed - how | why and when to use

Workshop Notes - Covering the workshop, with space for your own notes of settings or adjustments.

Bring your overlocker machine - Must be in operational working order. (This means the machine must be able to form stitches) – if purchased second hand or given a non new machine, it is recommended that it is serviced prior to attending. Make e sure to bring foot control pedal / power lead / manual and accessories for the machine. (See T's and C's)

we will provide coloured threads and scrap fabrics for the samples but feel free to bring some scrap fabrics that you'd like help with,

You will create samples in this workshop, enabling you to refer back to over again, and attach to notes.

Your Overlocker - must be in working order, ie:- it forms a stitch. Secondhand | inherited machines - recommended to be serviced before workshop.

Foot control pedal

Power lead

Accessories that came with the machine

Manual

Overlock thread x 4 - same colour

Overlock thread x 4 different colours

Scissors

Spare overlocker needles

Provided

Fabric for samples (for you to attach to the notes for reference)
Workshops / Masterclasses Terms and Conditions

Bookings

Bookings can be made online, over the phone or in our showroom.

Payment

Payment is required at time of booking to secure your place.

Cancellation

Attendee cancels:-

1. Over 10 clear days before workshop / masterclass. A full refund will be issued or rebook onto another date.

2. Under 10 clear days before workshop / masterclass. No refund.

Direct Sewing Machine Ltd cancels:- A full refund will be issued, or moved to an alternative date. Please note – We are not responsible for any consequential costs.

Using own Equipment

We require you to bring your own machine. However the following must apply:-

1. Must be in operational working order. (This means the machine must be able to form stitches) – if purchased second hand or given a non new machine, it is recommended that it is serviced prior to attending.

2. Make sure to bring foot control pedal / power lead / manual and accessories for the machine.

3. You will need to bring a basic sewing kit, scissors etc. Any specific equipment will be described for the individual workshop / masterclass.

PLEASE NOTE – Refunds will not given if the attendee is unable to continue with the workshop / masterclass due to non – operational machines.

Attendance / Timings

All workshop / masterclasses will start on time and finish on time. We are unable to overrun sessions to accommodate late arrivals.

Please be kind and respectful to both out tutors and fellow attendees.

Completion of projects

We endeavour to build into the workshop / masterclasses time for the attendee to complete the project or samples. The amount of work completed during a workshop / masterclass may depend on the amount of experience and pace of work.

Lost or Damaged Property

Direct Sewing Machines Ltd are not responsible for attendee’s lost of damaged property.

Photography

We may during a workshop / masterclass take photos or videos of the session and / or attendees work. These images / videos may be used online and in other places for marketing purposes.

Please let the tutor know if you don’t want your image shown.
Our tutors - have experience across all sewing genres including dressmaking, patchwork, quilting, costumes, soft furnishings, pattern drafting, embroidering to name a few.

As professionals in their own right, they understand and know how to use all aspects of machines and feet.

Your Tutor - Jenny Herbert
From an early age, Jenny started sewing, which continued into school and onto college, studying a BTEC in Fashion, Design and Technology.

Over 30 years of sewing experience, 10 years of which for Janome as a demonstrator and now for all machine brands. Overlocking is a specialism and Jenny's understanding your overlocker workshop is not to be missed.

Jenny likes all aspects of dressmaking, especially finishing and embellishing using the embroidery machine, just ask her about the dragon prom dress, as well as using all her machines in combinations with other crafts.

One to One Tuition - If you would prefer one to one lesson, just you and the tutor - click for - more info (Pre-booking required, subject to availability)

Group Bookings - Are you a small group of 2 - 4 friends, or work colleagues and would like to arrange this workshop as a group session together? - please ring 0117 977 8216 or email us through the contact page. (Pre-booking required)