What stitch should I use to hem things if my serger has no coverstitch? ?

Question

I have a Brother 1034D.

Answer 1

I love my 1034D!  :)

What I do is serge the edge to neaten it and then use a double needle in the sewing machine to imitate the cover stitch.  I don't do enough of this to pay the extra for a cover stitch machine, and this works well with a little practice.  Just be very careful not to stretch the fabric as you go!  As you sew it from the OUTSIDE, I usually find it helpful to baste the hem in place: this gives you a line to follow and also stops the knit fabric stretching as you sew it.

Answer 2

If your serger can not sew a flat stitch then you will have to finish the edge with your serger then hem it by hand if you don't have a regular sewing machine