Criteria for choosing a home sewing machine with overlock

The question of how to choose a sewing machine with overlock is relevant for many modern housewives who like to sew at home - such models provide great opportunities. You can purchase a regular automatic sewing machine with an overlock function, a separate overlock or a multifunctional device that combines the functions of these two devices. Many manufacturers have similar models in their line; it is important to give preference to well-established brands.

What is special

The main difference between a conventional sewing machine and overlock is a seam. The shuttle device performs the usual zigzag stitch. The seam in this case is double-stranded.The device adapted for processing edges of fabric forms specific obmetochny stitch. Depending on the model, it allows you to perform two to five thread seams.

Sewing machine with overlock is not able to perform exactly the same overlay. Externally, the stitches are similar, but in the multi-functional model it is less durable, especially when stretching the fabric. Although additional accessories in the form of special legs allow you to bring the machine zigzag overlay to the overlock as close as possible. They are tightly pressed fabric, allowing you to perform a beautiful and smooth stitch.

Types of models with overlock function

Such devices can be both household and industrial. The first option is more popular among consumers. Such devices are able to perform many different functions and at a price much more affordable. Household Sewing Machine intended for home use. With their help, it is easy to repair clothes, hem curtains or update the wardrobe of family members.

For tailoring large quantities of clothing on a professional basis, you should pay attention to industrial models. They have greater performance, but their price is much higher.Also, such devices have large dimensions and noisy work, but they work with any fabrics, and they can do almost any seam.

Industrial Jack Sewing Machine

What to look for when choosing

Before you choose a sewing machine with an overlock, you need to determine the goals for which such a device is purchased. If you plan to carry out simple repair of clothes, saving on payment for services of masters from the studio, you can choose the simplest model, without a large number of functions. If the customer is focused on updating her wardrobe and family members, it is better to give preference. multifunctional model, which is able to perform different stitches and work with different types of fabrics.

When choosing a suitable sewing machine with overlock, you should be guided by the following criteria:

• manufacturer;
• the presence of special modes (types of stitch);
• availability of additional accessories;
• the cost.

Manufacturers

The modern market of automatic sewing devices, both for home and professional activities, is large enough. Of course, give preference to better leading brands. In this area, those are Janome (Japan) Brother (Japan), Bernina (Switzerland), Husqvarna (Sweden), Pfaff Singer (Germany).

Despite the fact that the firms are European developers, collect most of the models, especially the budget plan, in China. But even in this case, they benefit from little-known manufacturers.

Inexpensive sewing machines with overlock function of less popular brands with similar functionality can cost the buyer much cheaper. But such a device will have a poor build quality and component parts. In addition, it may be difficult to purchase related products in the form of special legs or additional spools. Often, these manufacturers use individual mounts, which are difficult to find accessories from other manufacturers.

Sewing machine Janome Memory Craft 5200

The same applies to service repair. In the absence of the opportunity to pick up the parts needed for replacement, not all centers take on cheap Chinese devices for the restoration of working capacity. Therefore, deciding to save on a sewing machine with an overlock, you should ask the consultants of the outlet where you can purchase additional devices and whether there is a service center that repairs such sewing devices.

Availability of special modes

If in the future it is not planned to acquire a full-fledged overlock, then when choosing a sewing machine, you should pay attention to the presence of several modes intended for processing edges of the fabric. More often all this various zigzag stitches. Of course, the result is not a full-length overlock stitch, but they can be carefully processed by the edges of the product.

It is worth remembering that the overlock can not only process the edge, but also simultaneously cut the fabric, grind off the edges. In a typewriter with an overlock function, there is no such possibility - it can only perform an overcast stitch.

Optional accessories

In the basic set, the purchased sewing machine with overlock should be:

• in addition to the usual legs for lowercase seams, at least one for overcasting;
• needles, as a rule, are several pieces of the same number;
• a set of spools;
• may be small screwdriver to adjust the details of the tension of the thread, oil for lubrication of the nodes (depending on the model).

The standard set of accessories does not reveal all the possibilities of the combined models. Additionally, purchased needles of different numbers and presser foot for performing individual seams will allow working with many materials, performing different stitches and methods of processing fabric.

For example, foot for roller hem edge. It allows you to bend while machining the edge in 2, 4 or 6 mm.

Foot for hemmed 2mm

Device cost

The choice of sewing machines with overlock function for the house is quite large and, in addition to the personal preferences of the master, is determined by the functionality, brand and accessories included in the kit. Of all this, the total cost is added.

You should not give preference to Chinese instruments, the price of which does not exceed 7,000 rubles. It is better to buy a simpler model, but trusted manufacturer. For example, Janome (Janome) has several low-end models with overlock function. They are easy to manage and ideal for novice sewing masters.

Browse popular models

Here are the quality machines of reputable manufacturers. By choosing any of them, you can be sure of the reliability of the device and the quality of sewing.

1. Janome ME W23U - this is a model with overlock function close to professional equipment. Reinforced engine, which is designed for increased load. 24 stitch programs. Included are additional feet, including for overcasting the edges.
   
   

   Sewing machine Janome ME W23U

2. Janome DC 4030 - suitable for both amateurs and professionals. It can be used both for the repair of clothes and for the tailoring of complex products from almost any kind of fabric. Management electronic. 30 program modes, including obmetochny. Includes an overlock foot. Thanks to the adjustment of the ride, you can work without a pedal.
   
   

   Sewing machine Janome DC 4030

3. Brother Comfort 40 E - A good version of the machine with overlock for home use. There is a digital display. 40 program modes. Intuitive settings, even a beginner can use the device. Good grade.