In First Time Sewing with a Serger, sewing experts Becky Hanson and
Beth Baumgartel take you by the hand and teach you everything you need
to know to sew with a serger, or overlock machine--a versatile and
speedy stitching tool.
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. 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!