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First Time Sewing with a Serger

The Absolute Beginner's Guide

Becky Hanson & Beth Ann Baumgartel

Description

First Time Sewing with a Serger is a beginner’s guide to sewing with a serger – the various types of machines, the function of several stitches and the best stitches for a range of fabric types – plus nine fun and easy starter projects.

Start by learning how a serger works, the many styles available and the roles of various parts and accessories. Get a detailed overview of the variety of functional and decorative stitches you can make, plus must-have threads, tools and notions. Next, familiarize yourself with how to thread your serger, set the stitch size and use it to start and end seams, sew curves and corners and more.

Finally, you'll use these essential skills to make the nine fun, easy garment and home decor projects – skills you'll turn to again and again to create your own professional-looking pieces!