Review and Demonstration of the Baby Lock Acclaim Serger/Overlocker

🎥 Get an extremely comprehensive overview of the Baby Lock Acclaim Serger/Overlocker. I include many details including the best settings for a variety of stitches, how to set the machine up, how to thread, how to change needles just to name a few.
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:46 What's in the box
04:10 Overview of the parts of the machine
06:40 Plugging in the machine & getting it ready to thread
07:06 An overview of what needles & thread to use
08:47 How to load/set the threads on the thread spools
09:51 How to thread the machine
13:17 How to use the push to thread needle button
14:28 How to change the needle
17:37 How to use the Revolution Air needle threading guide
18:54 How to change the push to thread needle button mode
20:23 How to clear the stitch fingers
21:49 How to change the pressure foot presser dial
22:24 How to disengage the cutting blade
23:25 How to adjust the stitch width
24:17 How to adjust the stitch length
25:07 How to adjust the differential feed
26:08 How to adjust the stitch selector
26:08 How to change from Overlock to Wave
26:53 An explanation of the Automatic Thread Delivery System (ATD)
27:51 How to adjust the upper/lower looper fine tuning knob
28:21 4 Thread Overlock wide and narrow
35:07 How to use the manual needle threader
36:52 3 Thread rolled hem
38:05 How to thread wooly nylon thread
41:14 3 Thread lettuce edge hem
43:11 Flatlock 2 stitch wide
43:32 How to engage the subsidiary looper
46:15 2 Thread blind hem
48:26 How to wave stitch
51:06 How to thread for 3 thread wave stitch
53:52 3 thread rolled wave stitch
55:18 How to clean your machine
01:01:16 My personal review
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  • @martinaweber7250
    @martinaweber7250Ай бұрын

    Das ist mit Abstand das beste Video von der Acclaim was ich je gesehen habe. Es hat mir sehr geholfen. Vielen Dank dafür und viele Grüße an das andere Ende der Welt😊 (Germany)

  • @brenholmes4894
    @brenholmes48942 күн бұрын

    Brilliant tutorial, thank you. It's the best one I have found on youtube. I have an Acclaim on order. I can't wait to receive it next week.

  • @jayG1963
    @jayG196318 сағат бұрын

    I have ordered mine, I tried it and it has great pull on the feeddogs! I was sold! Picking it up soon, can't wait! Great review

  • @karinkburns
    @karinkburns5 ай бұрын

    I just bought a used Acclaim and watched your video to help me get through the learning curve. Thank you so much for all your well presented insight.

  • @chantalpinsonneault1299
    @chantalpinsonneault1299 Жыл бұрын

    Wow! This is like a private class on how to use the machine. It's the most detailed & useful tutorial I've ever watched. I'm seriously considering upgrading my old serger for this model. I'm sure I will watch some parts again when the machine is in front of me. Thank you so much for your time and hard work.

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this comment, you have no idea what it means to me! I did put a lot of time and effort into this video so I’m glad you enjoyed it! And totally worth upgrading 😉

  • @teresa1185
    @teresa11857 ай бұрын

    beautiful job explaining and demonstrating the machine. Thank you

  • @paulinebiggs3368
    @paulinebiggs33683 ай бұрын

    This was an incredibly helpful video, thanks so much for doing this. I purchased my Acclaim about 3 months ago, and do not regret buying this fantastic machine.

  • @estherbaxter-os2us
    @estherbaxter-os2us2 ай бұрын

    Thanks so much! I have been rather scared of my acclaim, which I have since Christmas. I love that you address even „obvious“ things such as the electricity plug. Clearly one knows that, but it is lovely to just watch a super detailed step by step and follow it as you talk. It is the very best instruction - even much better than the official acclaim youtube instructions by the company itself. Thanks again and happy sewing 🧷✂️🌹

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    2 ай бұрын

    Glad it was helpful! It makes my job worth doing knowing that you found it so helpful. Definitely jump into your acclaim, it is an amazing machine!!

  • @HighAltitudeHealth
    @HighAltitudeHealth3 ай бұрын

    such a wonderful video! My husband bought me this machine for Christmas and I have not been able to figure out how to quite use it. I’m now sewing garments so much quicker and they look beautiful. Thank you so much!

  • @conesbymaggie1469
    @conesbymaggie146910 ай бұрын

    Awesome tutorial! Camera work is amazing - the close ups help a lot!

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you. I tried really hard to make it a valuable and helpful tutorial 🩷

  • @dbdesignsandsewingaustrali5668
    @dbdesignsandsewingaustrali56686 ай бұрын

    Thanks for the advice Megan, I purchased the Acclaim on the 1st of January 2024, it is fantastic, thanks for your advice and this wonderful video, Deb 😄

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    6 ай бұрын

    YAY!!! you will not regret getting one, they are a dream to sew with 🩷 Maybe we can meet up for a acclaim get together one day 😂

  • @Jea9nine
    @Jea9nine6 ай бұрын

    I used your suggestions for cleaning & maintenance on my Imagine today. I got out my manual & it had the directions for removing the needle plate which you had demonstrated. So I did that. Then I went ahead & brushed out everything I could. Lastly I turned it on its back, took off the base & cleaned it & removed all the lint, which wasn't that much considering all the flannel & terry cloth I've been sewing for years. Keeping it brushed out regularly must really help. Now I know that if I get an Acclaim it's pretty much the same machine as far as maintenance, & very do-able. Thanks again for your helpful video.

  • @helenwood6166
    @helenwood616610 ай бұрын

    Hi, thank you so much for this tutorial,very helpful

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    you're so welcome, I'm glad it helped! I love my Acclaim!

  • @Jea9nine
    @Jea9nine6 ай бұрын

    I've had Baby Lock sergers for 30 years. I learned some very useful things from this video. I don't have an Acclaim (yet..) but am considering it. I don't know if the A for L needle & B for R needle applies to other sergers in the BL line or just the Acclaim. But knowing that is helpful. The part at the end about cleaning the machine, removing the stitch plate, & opening the bottom is useful & helpful for any BL serger I would think. I'm going to try it with my Imagine because I use it a lot for very linty flannel & terry cloth items. I have no doubt it's full of lint. It might save a need for servicing. I almost didn't watch because it's such a long video; I was afraid it would not be very concise or well organized. Your video is excellent & the time stamps option to go to the pertinent parts makes it even more useful.

  • @gerdahalliday5113
    @gerdahalliday511310 ай бұрын

    Awesome instructions!

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    I'm so glad you got value from it. It's a great machine!

  • @thedahliasewciety
    @thedahliasewciety9 ай бұрын

    I am so excited Megan, I have literally just bought this machine home today and I am going to watch this full video tomorrow as I thread my machine up! It's a ripper and I am so excited to start using it! Your channel is brilliant and so helpful xx Thanks, Kristen

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    I hope you’ve been loving your new acclaim as much as I do!

  • @terriellenhenninger7938
    @terriellenhenninger7938 Жыл бұрын

    This is a great video. Great camera angles

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your comment! I’m glad you liked the camera angles. I tried really hard to get the best angles I could and really give those thinking about purchasing this machine a really in-depth look at what it does

  • @millicentidowu9899
    @millicentidowu989911 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much, this is really helpful thanks.

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    I'm glad it helped. The Acclaim is definitely my fave.

  • @nancychandler7289
    @nancychandler728910 ай бұрын

    I have this machine! You have given the best BEST tutorial I have ever watched! Thank you! Question: in what situations would I want to lock the cutting blade?

  • @eyestuned
    @eyestuned Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much. I just bought my machine last week. Great tutorial. Can you answer a question? If my machine is threaded with four threads, where is my guide for a 5/8” seam allowance?

  • @susanmorgan8286
    @susanmorgan8286Ай бұрын

    Great video!!!

  • @ingmeijers
    @ingmeijers Жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your detailed video. Greetings from Ingrid living in the Netherlands

  • @melaniewinegar2796

    @melaniewinegar2796

    10 ай бұрын

    This is the best video I have ever seen. I feel so much more comfortable using my Acclaim now. Thank you for making this. The camera work is perfect. I also appreciate the flow and information you provided and not the personal time-wasting sillyness other people put in their videos. Thanks, again.

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    greetings Ingrid! Thanks for stopping by and watching. I appreciate you taking the time to comment :)

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you, this comment made me smile so much. I'm so glad you got value from the tutorial!

  • @heavenlyenterpriseintl1127
    @heavenlyenterpriseintl1127 Жыл бұрын

    What a demo❤❤❤❤

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed it

  • @gerdahalliday5113
    @gerdahalliday51138 ай бұрын

    Awesome Video!

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it

  • @rhondaverma6358
    @rhondaverma635811 ай бұрын

    I just purchased this. I am grateful you made this video!

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    8 ай бұрын

    You are so welcome! are you loving your machine?!

  • @leandamayer3975
    @leandamayer39756 ай бұрын

    What a fabulous class on this machine. So wonderfully and clearly done, thank you! Just wanted to mention that it would be advisable to get a philip's head screwdriver for those underneath screws 🙂

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    6 ай бұрын

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment!! I really appreciate you taking the time to write to me. And thank you, I’ll have to invest in one!

  • @LeonieLang-lr4pt
    @LeonieLang-lr4pt Жыл бұрын

    just finished watching your review on Sabrina Slims and loved , loved it . I purchased this pattern on Friday, I have since subscribed to Sew and Tell Australia - Regards Leonie from cold New South Wales , Australia

  • @sewandtellaustralia

    @sewandtellaustralia

    Жыл бұрын

    Thank you Leonie for your comment, I really appreciate it and I’m glad you got value from what I shared. Thank you for subscribing!

  • @karinkburns
    @karinkburns5 ай бұрын

    I'm having trouble figuring out how to lower the telescoping thread arm. Help please!! ;-)