Serger for sewing fleece??

[mercynursie]

I've taken the plunge and ordered a Janome serger.Does anyone use this on their fleece projects?Any tips,tidbits of wisdom,etc???

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[Nancy]

If I remember correctly, fleece dulls the blades really quickly but don't quote me on that because I haven't used my serger in a long time.

 

[fanofdmb84]

I use a serger on all of my fleece items. It's so much faster! Just be sure to test the tension on some practice fleece, especially if you've switched from a different fabric. Fleece also tends to build up (as fluffy dust), so be sure to have compressed air to blow it clean now and then.

I haven't had any issues with the blade becoming dull. I suppose it's possible, but even after a few years of sewing fleece, I haven't had to change any blades.

 

[mercynursie]

Thanks for the input!It hasn't arrived yet,but I hope I can learn to use it.I've always heard that they are a little difficult to learn and I am at beginner/intermediate with my sewing skills.So pray for me not to break it!