Serger Techniques: More than Seam Finishes
Do you use your serger sewing machine to its fullest? Are you using it for more than just clean finishing edges? To ensure you are getting the full value from your purchase, I invited serging specialist, Pam Mahshie, National Baby Lock Ambassador, to be my guest on Sewing With Nancy. Pam is a magician with the serger! Simply watch online at Sewing With Nancy.
Here’s a preview of what you’ll see during the first episode of Ultimate Serger Techniques:
Beginning and Ending Seams
You can’t go in reverse on your serger to lock the stitches, but you can stitch over the thread tails. Learn Pam’s clever ways to lock the thread tails at both the beginning and end of the seams.
Serge a Curve
Sometimes it is difficult to serge around curved edges without getting loopy threads hanging off the edge. This technique will give you smooth results every time.
Piecing Options
Piecing a quilt top with your serger might have never crossed your mind. Yet, for simple quilt designs, the serger is a fast and accurate way to make a quilt top. Seam traditionally or . . . with decorative threads and the seams exposed. Either way, your serger can be a go-to quilting machine.
Piping
Home décor, wearable art, or kids’ clothes—those are all categories where piping accents add interest and texture. With a serger, piping is easier than ever to include in a seam or along the outer edge of your next project.
Adding a Blanket Stitch
A blanket stitch is an ideal way to finish the edges of fleece. Why?—The stitches will always be even and the process extra easy. Learn how to add a blanket stitch with a 3-thread flatlock setting.
Watch Ultimate Serger Techniques on Sewing With Nancy online.
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A Serger Workbook with 33 Serger Techniques!
Several seasons ago, Pam and I presented a three-part Sewing With Nancy series simply called the Serger Workshop. The Ultimate Serger Techniques Workshop spiral bound book combines the information from this series. Learn 33 techniques using 10 different serger stitches! Now is your chance to win this workbook by leaving a comment telling us a serger technique you’d like to try. One winner will be selected randomly and announced on June 11.
Congratulations to Judy G.; you are the lucky winner of the Trace ‘n Create Lone Star Templates, book, and DVD combo. Judy said: I like the traditional Lone Star block, and having made one quilt in a variation of this pattern, sure wish I’d had the templates for this “Y-less” version then!
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Terry A.
I’d like to learn to do the blanket stitch on fleece. This would be such a helpful resource.
Shelia
I am new using a serger and could, would love to have a guide like this to help me learn the best ways to get the most out of my machine. I think, just looking at the previews, I would love to be able to use the blanket stitch on my baby blankets. I love to make these as gifts for my friends who are going to be new mommies or for my friends who have daughters that are going to be new mommies. LOVE IT!!!!!!.
Barbara Kunkler
I have a serger but hardly ever use it. I found that doing seams and having “tails” at the beginning and the end was a hassle. I was taught to use a large eyed needle and weave those “tails” into the finished seam. After finishing the project I was working on, there could be many “tails” and It would be great to see how to eliminate this process.
Debora Nipper
I’d like to try the coverstitch…but any stitch will do.
Ilana
I’d like to try piecing a quilt with my serger.
Margaret C.
I would like go try the quilting technique. Doesn’t the serger make a quarter inch seam? i need to be nudged. Thx.
Pam
The more I use my serger, the better friends we become. I would like to learn more about quilting with the serger.
Ellen Rosen
I use my serger for almost every thing I sew and I would love to learn how to do exposed and decorative seams.
Shaneka Giscombe
I would like to learn how to serge curves and insert elastic.
Linda
I just purchased a Babylock Evolution serger and am learning how to use it. The possibilities are endless! What a step up from my old serger! A guide like this would be very helpful in speeding up the learning process! My first project on it was a T-shirt dress – from start to finish!
Sharron Cote
I would like to learn the piecing technique to quilt a simple block. The serger is wonderful and quick.
Elaine
I would like to see how to use my serger for Quilting
Sally
I’d like to try the blanket stitch. I haven’t done that one and I have owned a serger since they hit the home market in our area in the 80’s.
VictoriaH
Thanks so much, Nancy and Pam! If it wasn’t for your wonderful methods, I would have been afraid to turn my serger on! I long for the time to practice, practice, practice to sharpen my skills on my new Ovation. Thanks, again!
Susan
I use a 3 thread narrow hem for hemming “formal” dresses for my twin daughters and all their friends! Quick & professional!!!
Dianne B
I’ve had my Serger for a year. I’ve watched all the tutorials, bought the book and DVD and I still haven’t touched it. I’m so intimidated by it and have no idea why. I have beautiful patterns collected to make pillow covers and still haven’t used it. I need a push to get going on it!
Bonnie Thiem
I would love to learn the Blanket Stitch for using on my fleece projects. It would really make them look professional.
Lin
I have the Babylock Ovation serger, I keep finding more and more projects I want to do! Having Nancy & Pam explain more techniques would be a Blessing. Having taken a class at The Sewing Expo with Pam a few years back, she really is a great teacher! Plus Nancy’s skills go without saying! Wow! What a pair!
Laura
I would like to learn flatlock stitching.
Kathy Schulz
I just bought the Babylock Ovation at Sewing Weekend this looks like the perfect book to use!
Mary Bishop
I have a cover/chain stitch serger as well as a serger with basic stitches and would like to learn more about both of these. I’d particularly like to learn a lot more about using sergers in sewing children’s clothes. My three great grandchildren outgrow the things I make for them almost before I can finish the items!
Debbie
My serger is definitely underworked. I’d really love to learn more about what it can do! Having a resource to go to would really make this easier!
Diana G
I have a serger that I have wanted to do different things for. Thanks for the chance to win.
ZOHRA ARASTU
After 2 years of pondering I replaced my serger with a Babylock Evolution so I could do more than just finish seams and rolled hem scarves. My Indian outfits call for embelishments and would love to have instructions on the various techniques, especially the wave stitch, using the tons of heavier and decorative threads that I have in my collection. Would be exciting !!!!
Diane
I love the thought of piecing a quilt together with a serger.
And the blanket stitch looks like a dream come true. Have had my Evoluition serger for a few years and it seems like I should be playing more with it. Great ideas.
Jennifer
I just got a server, so I don’t even know how to use it yet…..but so excited!!!! So I guess I would just start with the blanket stitch.
Melissa
I just live my server, even though I don’t use it to its fullest potential.
Nancy M
I really would like to learn the Blanket stitch to finish the edges of fleece blankets. I have the Babylock Evolve.
Sandra Loreth
I would love to learn how to serge around curves properly. Mine always look so sloppy. But, I never thought about applying piping with a serger. That sounds intriguing.
Judy Hart
I saw an item on putting in zippers with a serger and I would really like to learn that skill. I do use my Babylock almost every day and I don’t know how I would sew without it. Thanks for all the tips using a serger.
Kay
I love to gather with the it.
I once made an entire table runner with it.
Love the baby lock machine.
Ella Liddle
I enjoyed watching them all. I would really like to try the blanket stitch and the piecing techniques. Thank you for sharing. : )
Cheryl
I want to learn them all, getting a new to me Babylock serger next week. Will need lots of lessons I am sure.
Anne
Would love to learn these techniques! I am hoping to purchase a serger very soon!
Enid
I would like to learn how to do the blanket stitch.
Robyn
I would love to be able to use my Ovation without fear!!
Linda E in AZ
I’d like to do quilt piecing on the outside with decorative threads – sounds like a fun technique!
thanks!
Karen McDonner
I’ve only recently purchased my serger and I’m still not confortable using it. Learning slowly but surely and any tools to help this process will come in very handy.
Candace W
I want to learn everything about serging! Acquired a serger & now ready, set, sew!!
Sandy Franklin
I met Nancy and Pam at an event in Fort Worth Tx. I told my husband ” Don’t let me buy anything ” famous last words. It was a 3 day event, and when he came to pick me up the last day “I said uh honey…..” He knew to pull around to the loading dock LOL So I went home with a lovely Ellegante Embroidery machine. That was 10 years ago, now I have a lovely Ellissemo Gold and yesterday came home with an Ovasion. I guess It’s a good thing I have a nice big sewing room Thanks, Sandy
Jeri
I have a Baby Lock serger which I LOVE! I use it quite a bit, but haven’t tried using it for quilts yet. I make quilts for charity, and think I will use my serger on my next quilt. Love all your programs.
CAROL
I love my Babylock Evolution, and knowing that using it mostly for coverstitch is definitely not using this machine to it’s fullest. I am interested in learning new techniques!
Brenda Walker
I would love to learn anything more than just finishing an edge. I want to get good use of my serger considering what I paid for it… I’ve fallen in love with sewing even though I’m a beginner – I WISH I would have listened to my mom and watched her sew!
Gracie M.
I would like to learn about quilt piecing with my Evolution serger.
Diane Q
I’m always trying new techniques on my serger and love what it can do to make my sewing easier, more finished looking and add creativity to my projects.
Nancy
I love my serger, but know there is so much more to do with it. I’ve just recently learned how to make finished rolled edges on hankies with mine. I’d like to practice starting and stopping seams by locking the thread “tails”.
Judy b
I really liked the idea of quilting with my serger and learning to do piping. I love my babylock serger and was looking at the ovation, perhaps I can really learn to use the serger more.
Sheila
I would like to learn how to serge around curves and also do the blanket stitch.
Cecil Warner
I would love to learn all the tips in this book and Start using my serger to its full potential.
Terri Davis
I am ready to try multi-thread – more than 4 – techniques with my serger! I’ll be checking out your book at my local store! Hope I win one…..
Karen Ferguson
I have been sewing for years and always enjoy learning more ways to improve looks of garments and such. Would love to win this book for added knowledge and shortcuts on how to…. Thank you for all you do to help us out.
Bonny Krueger
I have a serger and hardly ever use it cause I never learned these techniques. It would be awesome to have your book. Thanks.
Beth matthews
I would like to learn the blanket stitch using the serger flatlock stitch!
Barbara
My husband was so good to me and gave me a baby lock serger for a Christmas present a couple of years ago. I have been kind of afraid of it. I would love to learn to piece a quilt with it and also all of the other tips for using it to it’s fullest
Sandy
I host the family holiday dinners for large crowds – 35 – 55 people. I would love to learn how to make a slew of napkins for these events.
LindaC in AZ
I would love to learn how to do the blanket 3-thread stitch.
Karen Hinson
I have always wanted a serger and was excited to see one demonstrated. I am ready to buy one and try these techniques! I sew for myself and 4 grandchildren.
Karen R
Have had my serger for several years and only used for seams and hems. Have on my Bucket List a time to sit at the serger desk and try gathering and attaching ruffles and piping in one stitching to use with home decor projects.
Bessie Curran
I mainly use my serger for finishing edges. I would like to learn how to use my serger for the cover stitch on knits. I think this book would be a great addition to my sewing collection.
nancy
I would love to learn how to do the Blanket 3-Thread Stitch as it would simplify and give a professional look to my edges.
Judy B
I have had a serger for many years and recently replaced it with a Baby Lock because I wanted to convenience of self threading. I have taken a class but would like to make more garments and especially children’s clothes with new serger. This looks like a great guide to help me with this.
Lynn
I purchased an Ovation serger a few years ago from your retail store and what a wonderful machine it is! I would like this book to improve my skills by starting from the beginning and working my way through all the techniques presented. Making projects is the best way to learn how much a serger can do!
Laurel Lee Pedersen
I’d love to learn all the different stitches one can make on a serger. I now have the time to learn now that I am retired.
GrannieConnie
I would really appreciate learning how to serve good rounded corners. I want to enjoy using my server as much as I enjoy using my sewing machine. Thank you for all you have taught us.
Sharie
I would really like to learn about quilt piecing using my server. Looks like 2 fab instructors !
Sharie
I would really live to learn about quilting using my server. You, Nancy, and Pam make an awesome pair of instructors !
Tina J.
Right now I only use my serger to finish edges but I’d love to use it for more decorative uses. I know it takes playing with the settings and using different threads but it would be nice to have some direction and learn from someone who has already figured it all out instead of starting from square one.
Sue A
Would love chance to win the serger workbook! Love your website and FB page for all its inspirational ideas.
beth d.
I have had a serger for ten years. I would still like to know how to do a blanket stitch. I did not know you could do that with a flatlock stitch.
Maria Hart
Oh, boy! That looks like a great workbook and DVD!
I would love to learn the Blanket 3-thread overlock stitch.
Kay
I love my serger – would like to learn the piping technique!
Cheryl
I would like to learn the 3 thread blanket stitch first but I certainly need to learn to do more than finish seams!
Tonya
I would love to learn the blanket stitch on my serger.
Pat
I would like to master the rolled edge technique on my serger. Thanks for the chance to win.
Elizabeth Mancini
I would love to learn how to use the wave feature on my serger. I have to learn how to use my serger to it fullest capacity with the different feet I purchased.
Diana Y
I would love to learn the cover stitch to hem knits and look like ready wear garments.
Savannagal
I’ve had a serger for at least 10 years. I rarely use it because I don’t know what I can do with it. All I do is serge the edge of fabric. I’d really like to learn to do rolled hems. I always end up double folding, pressing and sewing my edges. Takes forever. This would be a great book to have. Thanks for the giveaway!
Karen J
I have several of your books in my reference collection.
They are a wealth of information. I would like to add the serger book to help me realize all the benefits of having my serger. Right now I basically use it to clean up seams.
Linda Bridges
I have an Babylock Enlighten. I would greatly enjoy having this workbook to learn new techniques on how to use this machine. I used the wavy stitch as a border on a scrappy apple core quilt. It is a great look, but I could have used the help on the start and finish using this function.
Connie W
I would like a brush up on all the advantages of serging. I seem to just use my serger all these years selecting one stitch. My favorite is the blanket stitch on fleece, very impressive and so professional looking. Thank you Nancy for the chance to win another great book.
Cecilia Huether
I have a serger but have not learned to use it to it’s full potential. Would love t have this book or CD. Thank you so much
Debra
I use my serger in garment construction and finishing home dec items. I would like to learn the piping technique using my serger.
Susanna
I have a Viking Huskylock. I would like to do piping and learn how to start and end stitching and make fancy stitches.
Karen
I’d love to try the piping techique for home decor projects
Ann S
I saw the lace edging on a program and have yet to try it . That’s the technique I would really like to perfect.
Karen Poole
Wow! What a great book!! I would love to learn how to place a zipper with the serger! I’ve heard it is possible!
Sheila
I would love to learn so much more about my serger as I only use it to finish seams. It intimidates me, and I think this book will give me the confidence I need.
Susan Biles
I would love to learn quilting. Thank you for this giveaway. June 11 is my birthday. This would be a fabulous present!
Nancy Glisson
I would like to the the blanket stitch technique.
Frances
Learning to make such a pretty curve would be wonderful! I’m currently using the piecing with exposed seams on some kids’ garments; really cool! Thanks for the giveaway!!
Kris
Nancy- I just never tire of learning about my serger. It’s always exciting and I love using it! I still want to learn how to put a blanket edge on fleece. That is what I would like to learn next. Thanks – Kris
Vera Beach
I would love to learn the rolled edge stitch. Napkins would be great to coordinate with a table runner.
Debbie Echaves
I would like to learn the blanket stitch technique on my serger.
Stella
I’d love this book. My oldest daughter and I just purchased sergers and my youngest daughter has discovered how great a serger can be. Her response to using it to serge seams was “This is fun and fast!” I’m sure all three of us would enjoy this book. Thank you for the opportunity to win one.
Emily Weaver
I only use my serger for finishing seams. I would like to use it for other sewing. It is old I have had it a long time. When I got it I was sewing for others. Now that I have more time I would like to know more about it. It is a Bernina brand machine.
Barbara
I want to try all these! I have just underused (!?!?!) my serger just for seams. I guess I need to expand my options — big time. Thanks
Deanne Hiscock
I’d love to do more projects with my serger, especially the blanket stitch..
Sandy Curtis
Would love to learn more ways to use my serger.
Susan B.
I really don’t use my serger much. I have wanted to make cloth napkins with rolled edges to match quilted table runners and placemats, This appears to be a great resource.
Gail Beam
Bought a used Pfaff 4872 and I would love to win this book to learn about all of the different techniques that a serger is capable of doing.
Lori Morton
First off…would love to learn basic use of my Serger…then all the fun stitches in this book! 🙂 Thanks for chance to win!! 🙂
Gayle W.
I love my Enlighten serger & it would be fun to use it in new & creative ways!
Penny Droessler
I have only used to serger to finish off seams, so I would love to have the book to learn about the many different and decorative stiches I cold learn to do with my Serger and get better use of it
Laura B.
I have always wanted to perfect a rolled edge to use on scarves, clothing, etc. It has been years since I used my serger and would like to feel comfortable with it again.
Penny D
I have only used my serger to finish my seams. I would love to be able to learn the many other decorative stitches I could do with it., to dress up my finished projects
Mary B
Got my first serger for Christmas this, still a very new user. Would love the insights into getting the most from my machine.
Kathy S
I would like to learn how to do the wave stitch. And the blanket stitch. Love my Imagine for finishing seams.
Cindy C
I would love to use a serger for rolled edges.
Jan
I would love to use the serger to sew a quilt. That would be so quick.
BevM
I have never used the flatlock stitch, even though I have had a serger for several years. I would also like to try the piping application.
Betty Harden
I would like to learn to piece a quilt with my Baby Lock serger, and also the blanket stitch. Thanks Nancy for the opportunity to win this lovely book. Hope you are doing well and your recovery is progressing. Glad you have a blog.
Lynn
I would like to try piping.
Jerri Baker
LOVE TO GET BACK TO USING A SERGER AGAIN. I HAVE A VIKING HUSQUVERNA. IT’S BEEN 15 YRS. WAY TO LONG.
Margaret
I would like to do a quilt top with a serger.
Marichu M
I’d like to learn how to make and sew seam binding on the edge of blankets.
kathy steffler
I need clear instructions for installing a zipper with a serger.
Mary Tague
I would like to use my serger to make clothes for my grandchildren
annette rady
I have tried lots of serger techniques and stitches and have recently upgraded to an Evolution, but I would love to try learning and mastering the “Blanket stitch:”…
Sharon Beideman
Love, love, love all these new serger techniques!
Can’t wait to try them all!
Thanks Nancy and Pam!
Kathy Renz
Thank you for this post! I purchased a Babylock Evolution mainly because of the wave stitch. I hope you show some creative uses for that stitch.
e. kadera
I think I would like to try using the serger with quilting! I have wanted to try machine quilting…
Jill T
I love my serger and I would love to learn to make better curves. I would also love to learn to use the bias binder attachment.
Jane Drewel
After picking up my serger I am excited to try blanket stitch
Janet Bryant
I have the Baby Lock Evolution and would love to perfect using the cover stitch and to try the blanket stitch on fleece. Baby Lock makes the best sergers available!
Suzanne Reed
I love my Babylock Enlighten. It is a relatively new purchase and I love using it for basic applications. As part of my purchase promotion, I received quite a large selection of feet. I would love to learn how to use them all!
Marty
I’ve had a serger for years in its original box that I’ve never used! I’m interested in finally learning what I can do with it, and I will try every technique as I go through your workshop tips. Thanks for a good resource.
Charlotte
I just want to buy and learn to use a Serger correctly. I missed taking a class with Nancy a few years ago when I came down with the shingles (ouch) when she was in town and had offered classes. I had so hoped that the actual hands on with her would be the best way to learn. But this is my next best way.
Pam
I would like to use my serger for quilting/piecing.
LoAnn T
I did not realize when I got mine that you needed a 5 thread machine do the stitch like they do on ready to wear. What a disappointment! (It was a Christmas gift). I use it mainly for finishing seams on chemo hats! Have used it to serge quilt blocks together. Would be nice to have the book to help in learning more things to do!
Kim Samford
I’ve had my Babylock serger for almost five years and have only used it a handful of times. Why am I afraid of it? I would love to learn how to make some of those cute projects with it. I need to get over my intimidation and just go for it!
Sharon Carbine
I have a serger but have never used it. I want to add a finishing stitch to a fleece blanket to give to my niece. I already cut out the fleece. Now, I realize I can watch Nancy’s serger video to learn how to do the blanket stitch. Yeah!
Pat Scull
I recently purchased an Ovation Serger and I am trying to learn it. This video was just great and now I have to try all that was shown. I may have to rewatch so I can see as I sew.
Thanks for a great program.
Judy Jones
Just got a new Babylock wifi here replaced a 20+ year old Bernina…learning lots of new things and would love to win your DVD to learn even more !!!!!
Kelly Sasman
I purchased my Baby Lock serger from your store in Beaver Dam. I’ve enjoyed watch this show and have made a note to purchase this book. It would be wonderful to win it!!!
Mary Ellen
I would love to try the piping on a Jacket, bet it would look great.
Jan
Anything I can learn about my serger will be a big plus for me–especially putting a nice edge on fleece throws.
Sharon g.
I have had a singer serger for over 20 years. I’ve always wanted to do a rolled hem but shy away from it each time thinking it’s too difficult.
Kathryn M
I got a serger for Christmas. Because of family commitments I have not even removed it from the box. I need to learn how to thread it.
Doreen Novak
I would love to learn how to do piping on the serger! I just purchased the Ovation and can’t wait to take the classes!
Lucy
THANKS FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO WIN THIS BOOK. LIKE MANY OTHERS, I NEED TO LEARN THESE ADDITIONAL TECHNIQUES TO MAKE MY SERGER MORE MORE VALUABLE!.
Annette
I would like to learn to do something beside the basic seam finish. Your books have given me the confidence to try lots of new things I thought I couldn’t do. Perhaps this will give me the courage to try new things with my serger.
Pat
I do costumes for the local theater all the stitches would help me but especially the one for stretchy dance costumes
Mary Blomberg
I would love to learn more. I have seen elastic applied with a serger. I need to practice curves. I would also like to create interesting details on clothing.
Dorothy Van Pelt
I would love to learn more then just finishing the seams. Even though I really like the way it finishes things I want to learn more. I wish I could get a new serger maybe my isn’t capable of doing more, I don’t know.
LOU BIDELMAN
I’ve been thinking of purchasing a serger for some time now. This book would probably put me over the top to go from just thinking to actually buying.
Liz Ellis
This book would be great with my new Ovation.great ideas
Judy RW
Love “pushing the envelop” with threads and stitches and my Ovation- the book would be helpful going to the next level personally and professionally in my classes teaching the art of sewing (and serging) to youth.
Rosemary Huppert
I’ve had my Evolution serger for about 3 years and really only use it for the cover stitch and overlock. I would really like to learn how to make binding and using specialty thread in the chain looper port.
Melanie Shamp
Finally! Thank you, Nancy & Pam for giving us so many more options on our surgers! I’ve been using just basic stitching for 10 years, but with Pam’s book, I could really utilize my machine the way it should be used! And now to be able to use my surger for quilting… WOW!
Jody
Blanket stitch on a serger? What a great idea. Now all I need is the courage to change the settings on my serger ~ and not ‘mess’ it up!
Nancy Taylor
I have had a serger for many years. and I still don’t “experiment” with it too often. This book will give me the incentive I need to make it happen.
Nancy Taylor
Nancy Taylor
Although I have been serging for a long time. I would like to step out of my comfort zone. This book will give me the incentive to do so.
Thanks,
Nancy Taylor
vera schmidt
have had a serger for years and haven’t used it much. this book would be a great help for me to start using the serger
thanks for the opportunity to win a copy of this book
Deb Seibert
Would love to be able to use my serger more. There is a serger club in town that uses servers only for the project. I would love to offer ideas.
Peggy V
I have had my BL Imagine for about ten years would love the book to use as a refresher course!!! Appreciate this opportunity to win!!!
Sheila Johnston
I would love to create better curves and learn to use my serger to its full potential
Phyllis
I just bought a serger. I have a lot to learn!
Loretta Gilbert
I want to learn how to do the overstitch so I can hem t shirts and make them look more professional.
Patricia
I would love to use my serger more than I do. I would like to learn piping on the serger
Donna G.
So many great techniques! The one I’d really like to try is using the serger to add piping.
Sandy
I always use my serger first. I can not imagine doing a project with just the sewing machine. My serger is my go to machine.,
Verity Creekmore
Hmmm. I would like to try them all. I do love my serger and would love to be able to use it more often.
Barbara Palmatier
The beginning and ending stitching would be nice to try. I usually leave a tail and hide it in with a needle and glue it down. Would save a lot of time.
Caroline Moyer
I tried to forward this email to a friend, but it kept telling me I had an error and to scroll down the page – I did that but did not see anything to tell me what was wrong. I had all the spaces filled in properly – I thought. What could be my problem?
Gloria Sund
I would love to have this book. I have used my machine to make several quilt. It’s such a nice finish and no lose threads. I would like to use my serger for more.
Gloria Sund
I would love to have this book. I have used my machine to make several quilt. It’s such a nice finish and no lose threads. I would like to be able to use the serger to it’s fullest.
Joan
Have to confess, my serger still scares me. Need to gain confidence in EVERY technique
Allison Rather
My serger scares me ! I would love to learn how to use it for quilting and decorative stitches. Inspired to learn more !
Linda Bridges
I have a Babylock Enlighten. Would really like to have this book and DVD to learn more techniques and project Ideas. We all get stuck with the serger and its abilities.
Joanie Molnar
This summer I plan to get into the serger with my granddaughters. They appear to be fascinated when they see me use it, and I would like them to see the best serger techniques I can show them.
Debi Kompier
I would love to learn how to add piping to home dec pillows using my serger. I would be so very happy to win your book and DVD. THANKS!
Martha
I was so excited to get my serger! I envisioned using it for so many sewing techniques. But, alas, like so many others, I was intimidated when I sat down in front of it. I love the clean edges and neat finishes it produces, but would love to learn more heirloom sewing techniques that a serger can produce.
Lynn Hopper
I am really new to serging so I want to learn everything I can. My first project had curves and they were tricky would love to get tips on improving my technique.
Carol Peterson
I got a new serger for Christmas and would love to try the blanket stitch!
Ginger
I know this sounds simple but I would love to master securing the finishing stitches on the serger. I can do it but I usually end up leaving some slack. Practice, practice.
Judy Hutson
After years of only doing basic overlock stitches on my old serger, I now have a new Baby Lock Evolution and am anxious to learn how to use this machine using different serger techniques. I am intrigued as to how to use my serger for making quilts. This book would be a wonderful help.
Robin
I have a Babylock Ovation and was very intimated at first. I would love to learn how to do the piping. I do the wave stitch often. I was having trouble with it when I finally figured out I had the thread in the wrong tension slots. Now the wave stitch is one of my favorite finishes.
Patti
I need to master serging curves and that blanket stitch looks very interesting.
Sally Johnson
Thank you sew much for the chance to win anything, the serger technology I need is to do this curves and tenison.
Christine
I would love to know how to use my Babylock thoroughly ! I participate with great hope your competition.
Thank you for this gift.
Christine from France
Joyce
I am new to the serging world so I am anxious to learn any and all techniques.
Gayle Mitchel
My desire is to add a flange, piping or perhaps a bit of lace to my quilt bindings. I think it would be much easier with a serger. Even using the walking foot on my domestic machine this process is difficult. Also would like to learn to use the serger for elastic applications. Thank you, Nancy, for this wonderful opportunity to continue learning!
Theresa Kaveney
I would love to know how to use my serger for more than finishing seams.
Kathy
I would love to master piping & the blanket stitch.
Jo
I have just purchased the Ovation and would love to learn to use it to its full potential.
Mary Larkin
I am making preemie Angel Gowns (from Bridal Gowns) on the serger and I am trying to master how to serge around the armholes of the little gowns. I need to also learn the different stitches to make the gown have a dainty and clean cut finish.
Jan C
I want to go beyond basic edges with my Imagine.
Kathleen Hess
I would love to learn the 4 thread overlock quilt binding.
Love you and your show.
Be well,
Everyday is a gift
Kathy
Diane Fraker
I would like to create decorative stitches from the wrong side of the fabric and get tips on keeping the project straight through the machine when stitching. Thanks.
Helen
I’ve had my serger for about 5 years now and would love to learn more than sewing seams with knit fabrics. I’m not very comfortable trying to do more with my serger on my own with no guidance because of the tension issue.
Thank you for the opportunity to win your book. It would be a huge help for me to learn more.
Patricia Hurdle
Hi,
I would like to learn anything you would like to teach us about serging. There are way too many stitches I would like to learn!
I would like to start at the easiest and go from there that way everyone would earn at the same time.
Hang in there and keep well
Thank you
Pat
Jackie G.
I just received a serger as a gift and have never used one. I’d love to learn to serge around corners while keeping stitches even and in place.