Sewing with Sergers

The Complete Handbook for Overlock Sewing

Pati Palmer, Gail Brown, Linda Wisner

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English

Palmer-Pletsch Associates
08 July 2004

Art & Architecture; Needlework & fabric crafts

Series: Serging . . . from Basics to Creative Possibilities series

Beginning sergers will benefit from this introductory guide to the serger machine and basic serging techniques. Information on the function of a serger and instructions on machine maintenance are provided along with step-by-step guidelines on sewing straight lines and curves, turning corners, and creating professional-looking seams. Additional details on stitch types, flatlocking, fabric tension, decorative techniques, and making fast fashion adornments such as collars, gathers, and hems are also included, and exciting projects like the serged napkin, swimsuit, and sweater will help augment the skills of the novice serger.

By: Pati Palmer, Gail Brown
Designed by: Linda Wisner
Imprint: Palmer-Pletsch Associates
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: 3rd Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 215mm, Width: 139mm, Spine: 139mm
Weight: 176g
ISBN: 9780935278583
ISBN 10: 0935278583
Series: Serging . . . from Basics to Creative Possibilities series
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 08 July 2004
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

What is a Serger?; Decisions... Decisions... Which One to Buy?; All About Thread & Easiest Threading; Get Ready to Sew; Serge Ahead... Sewing Tips; Professional Finishing with a Serger; Perfect Serging on Any Fabric; Decorative Serging; Fast Fashion Details; Maximising Serger Use - Pattern Ideas; Serging Aerobic and Swimwear; Lingerie and Lace; Serging Sweaters; Childrenswear -- Serger Shortcuts; Fast Wardrobe Fix Ups!; Serge into Patchwork; Patternless Quick Projects; Fast Decorating with Fabric; Nifty Serger Notion Checklist; Differential Feed; Favourite Stitches.

Pati Palmer is the CEO of Palmer/Pletsch Publishing and a designer and consultant for the McCall Pattern Company. Jacqui Holmes has a law degree and comes from a corporate environment,but she has always been passionate about glass art. She learned the craft from artist Gail Brown. When Brown began stained glass work it quicklybecame her preferred medium and she joined Holmes in the Classy Glass Art studio.