{"product_id":"april2020-roma","title":"Roma\u0026apos;s Serger University with RoseMary Keene (3 Day Event)","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"smp21\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRoma's Serger University with RoseMary Keene\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"smp21\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThree Day Hands On Event with a Baby Lock Triumph Serger!\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c!-- Guest autobiography and picture --\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"smp21 mid\"\u003eSpecial Guest RoseMary Keene\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"cbox\"\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"fcolc\"\u003e    \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/0136\/0605\/files\/2020_April_roma-serger-university_rose.jpg\" class=\"gal400 bord1\" alt=\"Click for larger view\" title=\"Click for larger view\"\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"cTxt full pad\"\u003e    \u003ch2 class=\"smp23\"\u003eAbout RoseMary Keene\u003c\/h2\u003e    \u003ch4\u003eLeading Serger Expert and Top Educator\u003c\/h4\u003e    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eRoseMary Keene is a serger expert and has taught on sergers, specifically Babylock sergers, since 2000. She uses, teaches on and loves the Babylock sergers. She began her sewing ‘career’ at age 10, like so many of us did, and ventured out to sergers in 1998.  In the world of teachers in the sewing industry, she is very experienced and brings a lot to the table for people new to sergers, as well as those who have been serging for a long time. Her past experiences also include teaching on embroidery, embroidery software, specifically Babylock\/Brother software, as well as quilting classes and private instruction, and was an educator for Wonderfil Threads.\u003c\/p\u003e    \u003cp style=\"font-size: 16px;\"\u003eShe is a Clothing and Textiles Advisor (CTA) in the State of Washington via a program by Washington State University and for many years led a local American Sewing Guild group. Past employment included working for 2 sewing dealerships since 2000. She, along with her husband, own and operate a small manufacturing business and a portion of that is also machine embroidery\/sewing. In March, 2019 she started her own serger workshop program, ‘Roma’s Serger University’ after having taught Sue Green-Baker Serger Workshops from 2012 to 2019. She was the top serger educator for this company and often requested by all dealers she taught for. She ‘retired’ from dealerships in order to educate through workshops exclusively.  These workshops involve traveling throughout the US to Babylock dealers. She is currently also a national educator for OESD based in Oklahoma.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c!-- Event Info --\u003e\u003ch2 class=\"smp23\"\u003eEvent Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eHave you wondered what exactly a serger is and what can you accomplish with it? Regardless of what serger you have or are contemplating, you will learn how they work after this class. Everyone will be using a Babylock Triumph serger for 3 days!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter the workshop, you will know what sergers do and how they do it! Sergers eliminate extra steps both in construction and decorative techniques, as well as create beautiful finished edges. One of the many advantages of a serger is that it cuts, seams and finishes (overcasts) all in one operation. You will have a professional look in only a fraction of the time and with much less effort. You still need your sewing machine but think of it as a companion to your serger. They go together like your stove top and oven (microwave too!).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor years, serger finishes have been widely used solely on the inside of garments for overcasting seams and construction. Now, sergers can not only finish the inside seams but create beautiful hems, quilting, piecing, top finishes and wonderful home décor items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat you will be learning in this workshop\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"dbox\"\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"dcol2\"\u003e    \u003cul\u003e      \u003cli\u003eAll the parts of your machine and receive labels to make it easier to remember what those knobs are for.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eWhat is the difference between a 4 thread and an 8 thread machine? Why 8?\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eNo tensions??  How do I do this?  Relax - it’s automatic!\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eHow to utilize the Differential Feed and when to make an adjustment.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eHow to use many feet and attachments and how to apply them to your garment\/project.\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eNeedles! How, when and why you are to change those needles – and not just when they break!\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e  \u003cdiv class=\"dcol2\"\u003e    \u003cul\u003e      \u003cli\u003eYou will learn, by making samples of, most the following:  Basic serging stitches, Flatlocking, Serger Crochet, Wave Stitch, Piping, Zippers, 5 thread safety stitch – using both ‘sides’ of your machine together, True rolled and flat, balanced hems, Elastic insertion – the garment industry way, Specialty threading, Increasing Overlock needle tensions, Heavy decorative threads, Wired edge ribbon, serging curves, Inside\/Outside corners, Coverhems, Blindhems and so much more! As a bonus you will learn a couple of special threading techniques not in any book!\u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eThread – what is preferable for constructing seams and what is for decorative use. \u003c\/li\u003e      \u003cli\u003eWhen to use what stitch and best of all why Babylock sergers are THE best and easiest!\u003c\/li\u003e    \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4 style=\"color: red;\"\u003eSTUDENTS MUST BRING THESE SUPPLIES\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFour cones of serger thread – bring different colors please and not all the same.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtra needles – a variety – Elx705 80\/12 and 90\/14, Topstitch, Microtex (80\/12)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDecorative threads:  2 each of a wooly thread, 6 or 8 weight such as Razzle, Dazzle, Pearl Crown rayon.  Please have two different colors of the 6-8 wt.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear page protectors – approximately 30-35, Binder to put samples in.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmall writing tablet\/pen, scissors, pins, Foot\/accessory pack if you own one.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWe will be using several feet\/attachments - (Standard, Ruffling, Elastic, Piping, Curve, Coverstitch, Fabric Guide, Belt Loop binder, Blindhem, ¾” Plain Hemmer). Kits and separate feet will be available for purchase from dealer.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll attachments, tools, Reference Guide, for machine. Knee lift not needed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDress accordingly – bring a sweater or dress in layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOther Event Details:\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003eWe will provide machines to use during the event for all projects being made.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eTry out any other machines in our retail shopping store show room.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFace to face instructions with a professional educator.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eReceive help from our professional and helpful staff members.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eExplore our retail shopping store and purchase any machine or crafts accessories in store.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eDelicious breakfast, lunch and various snacks provided throughout the day. Chocolate treats and other various sweets! Vegetarian options will be available.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eIf you have any dietary restrictions or allergies and need to bring your own meals, you are free to use our fridge, microwave and toaster oven during the event.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eA true educational experience that will provide you knowledge you can use at home alone.\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eFun raffle games will be played during the event. Win cool prizes!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sewingmachinesplus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46687861276893,"sku":"APRIL2020-ROMA","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/0136\/0605\/files\/postponed.jpg?v=1774894650","url":"https:\/\/sewingmachinesplus.com\/products\/april2020-roma","provider":"Sewingmachinesplus.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}