The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide: Troubleshooting for Any Overlock Brand or Model (Creative Machine Arts Series) [Paperback]

Naomi Baker (Author), Gail Brown (Author), Cindy Kacynski (Author)

Book Description

Series: Creative Machine Arts Series | Publication Date: January 1, 1996

THE user-friendly reference essential for any current or prospective serger owner:

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  Practical, easy solutions for any problem with any serger, no matter what the brand, model, or vintage.
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  Expert-savvy, timesaving tips on serger threading, needles, threads, feet, upkeep, and much more.
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  Comprehensive strategies that help answer "Which serger should I buy?"

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

Sergers offer project possibilities beyond the capabilities of ordinary sewing machines, but they also seem to have more potential for malfunctioning. Help is at hand from a book filled with solutions and troubleshooting advice for all manner of serger troubles. Rather than present ideas for projects, this guide tells you how to identify and correct everything from irregular tension, faulty flatlocking, and skipped stitches to machine jams, needle breakage, and much more. The "Insider Insights" chapter covers troubleshooting for individual models and enables users to apply solutions to virtually any brand of serger. There are also tips on buying a serger and details on needles, threads, and accessories.

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Krause Publications; 2 edition (January 1, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801986451
• ISBN-13: 978-0801986451
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.2 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (28 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #53,698 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #60 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > How-to & Home Improvements > Home Repair

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

121 of 121 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ultimate Serger Answer Guide, January 21, 2000

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Connie Frost - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide: Troubleshooting for Any Overlock Brand or Model (Creative Machine Arts Series) (Paperback)

I agree with the Sew News editor, who states on the cover: "This book should come with every serger purchased." Close-up photography and to-the-point tips show you how to solve just about any problem, no matter what your serger brand, model or vintage. If you own a serger, or are thinking of buying one (shopping guidelines are also included), buy this book. (By the way, I own several other serging books by Naomi Baker and Gail Brown, and this is new information not repeated in those other books.)

79 of 79 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Reference Book, October 18, 2002

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heidi324 (Denver, CO) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide: Troubleshooting for Any Overlock Brand or Model (Creative Machine Arts Series) (Paperback)

Let me first start by saying I think this is a good book to have, but I don't think it should be your first or only book to have. It is an excellent reference....especially for the beginner or less experienced serger. (but would also be a worthwhile investment for someone more advanced)

The book is easily read and has excellent pictures and diagrams. It is soley a problem solver and not a technique teacher (which is why I don't think it should be your only reference book if you are new to serging).

This book has an awesome reference sheet on page 79 if you are looking to buy a serger (upgrading or buying for the first time).

33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Straightforward information and very practical., June 10, 1998

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(Barb Jackson) [e-mail] (Washinton State, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide: Troubleshooting for Any Overlock Brand or Model (Creative Machine Arts Series) (Paperback)

This book helps you understand your machine and how to change it to do what you want. Whether it is not serging correctly or you want to be innovative, she guides you through the steps to achieve the look you are after. The pictures are great, helping you understand your goal.