Brother 3034 DWT Overlocker Review

If you’re looking for a well-rounded overlocker that comes with some great accessories...

You’ll want to take a closer look at the Brother 3034DWT Overlocker.

It’s a great machine for all levels of sewing skills and can really enhance your dressmaking and garment sewing experience and make your projects more durable and look professionally made.

The first thing you’ll want to take note of this machine is that it is inexpensive. Like all Brother overlockers, it’s not cheaply made, but priced where even those on a budget can have access to a quality overlocker. The Brother brand makes sure that the machines they create are well made and easy to use!

The 3034DWT features 8 unique stitch variations. In those variations, you’ll be able to choose between 3 and 4 thread options so that you can really customise the stitches to whatever project you’re working on. You will also be able to customise your stitch widths between 5 and 7mm as well as your stitch lengths between 1 and 4mm. And, as an added bonus, the Brother 3034DWT overlocker is rolled hem capable! Rolled hems are great for delicate fabrics, so it’s an essential feature for dressmakers or even home décor sewists who want to create prettily finished edges on tablecloths or curtains.

Threading this overlocker isn’t a beast, either, which is great for those who might be newer to using an overlocker. The 3034DWT has lay-in tension dials that are colour coded. You simply need to follow the corresponding colours with your thread. The same goes for the bottom loopers.

This machine even comes with a trap bin included! Many overlockers on the market don’t include a trap bin for the scraps that come off of the machine as you work. Since an overlocker cuts away fabric as you sew with it, it can create quite the mess. But, with a trap bin you’ll be able to keep your area clean of scraps and threads and lint as you use your overlocker.

You won’t have to worry about being able to see your work while using the Brother 3034DWT Overlocker. You’ll have a very bright LED light mounted near the needle so that you’ll be able to see exactly what you’re working on and keep your fingers away from the blade.

The workspace on this overlocker is amazing, too! First of all, you’ll have access to a free arm. A free arm makes it possible for you to work on trouser hems or shirt sleeves and cuffs, or just any small circular piece. But what makes this overlocker extra special? It comes with an extension table included! Extension tables aren’t always popular with overlockers, but they really make working on larger projects much easier as it helps to support heavy fabrics and make your serging experience much easier, especially when it comes to making large skirts or large home décor projects.

If the Brother 3034DWT Overlocker sounds like a machine that you are considering purchasing, give The Sewing Studio a call or drop on by! We can help you narrow down your options and let you take any of the machines we have in stock for a test run to see if you like how they handle. Contact us today!