The New Sewing with a Serger (Singer) [Paperback]

The Editors of Creative Publishing international (Author), Singer (Author)

Book Description

Series: Singer | Publication Date: January 1, 1999

The basics and more. The New Sewing With a Serger will help you serge with confidence!

What to look for when purchasing a serger and all about adjusting tension dials for perfect stitches.

The book is loaded wth detailed, step-by-step color photographs which compliment the easy-to-follow text. You'll enjoy professional results and you'll also save time and money.

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About the Author

The editors of Creative Publishing international have created dozens of best-selling titles in the fields of sewing, crafting, quilting, home repair, home improvement, home decor, and landscaping.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Creative Publishing international; 2nd edition (January 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0865733309
• ISBN-13: 978-0865733305
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #805,436 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

41 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great beginners book, March 25, 2002

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gadget girl (Dallas, Texas United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The New Sewing with a Serger (Singer) (Paperback)

I actually bought this book while I was trying to decide which serger I wanted to buy (since it details features available in the many types of machines) - and now that I actually have the serger it is even more helpful. It is great for a beginner because it details how to fix tension problems, which is something I think everyone new to serging has problems. It also tells how to do many simple decorative techniques. I will definitely be using this book as a reference even though I do not own a Singer serger. Lots of pictures, lots of color. A great book to go with your serger manual.

39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Lots of Photos, August 20, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: The New Sewing with a Serger (Singer) (Paperback)

This book is similar to all the Singer sewing series books. It has many color photos that allow you to compare your serging efforts to the samples. It also has step-by-step construction guides for several projects. I would have preferred more indepth coverage for the novice serger user. For example, I'm still fuzzy on creating a rolled hem. If you plan to buy several books, this is a good choice. I'm not sure it can stand alone if you have many questions.

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Standard reference for anyone beginning serger sewing, September 14, 2001

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Joanna Daneman (Middletown, DE USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The New Sewing with a Serger (Singer) (Paperback)

This is a revised edition that covers more current information on sergers such as the now common three-thread mock safety stitch, information about dual feed and various knit fabrics, and an added section on edgings and decorative effects. The latter is useful, especially for polar fleece and other non-raveling fabrics where a decorative serged edge is a nice effect.

This book is often recommended in classes and I find it a good reminder on what edging to use, and the color pictures of which thread does what are helpful.