Serger tips?
Serger tips?
So while I was gone I got a serger for Christmas. I was terrified of it and I was busy finishing quilts for clients but now I've taken a class and have started playing. I made a tablet sleeve and am ready to start a shirt. Anyone else have one of these,? Any tips?
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I don't have one but I am sure the internet has loads of info. Did you ever see the PBS series "Sewing with Nancy" (Nancy Zieman)? Her web site probably has videos and I am sure there are others.
How do you go about getting quilting clients? Are the quilts custom made? What sizes?
How do you go about getting quilting clients? Are the quilts custom made? What sizes?
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I still am a bit terrified of my serger truth be told.
However that being said, I do use it to finish off seams of garments. Mine is only a 4 spool serger so it can't be used to really make those seams that a person sees in the ready made clothing. I set it for just a tad under my usual seam allowance and go for it. I have my nicely finished seam and it won't separate which I love.
I have also used it to make small fleece throws or baby burp cloths.
However that being said, I do use it to finish off seams of garments. Mine is only a 4 spool serger so it can't be used to really make those seams that a person sees in the ready made clothing. I set it for just a tad under my usual seam allowance and go for it. I have my nicely finished seam and it won't separate which I love.
I have also used it to make small fleece throws or baby burp cloths.
Jackie
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OK now y'all get busy.
http://nationalsergermonth.org/serger-101/
http://nationalsergermonth.org/serger-101/
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Yes, my quilts are custom made mostly. I have a Facebook page and rely on word of mouthe as well.
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I've had a serger for almost 13 years, and I love it! Mine is a Janome 604D; it is a 4 spool machine that can be adjusted to run on three spools or only two spools. I use it A lot when I make dresses & nightgowns for my girls, and pretty much actually for any sewing project sesms: sleeves, anything else like that. I have learned how to use it for hems, but no longer remember how and I'm not willing to take a chance on ruining a project so I do my hems by regular sewing machine. I've also used it to edge flannel blankets for my children & for gifts.
I know there are lots of YouTube videos they can show you how to use them, you might even find some using your same machine Brand.
I know there are lots of YouTube videos they can show you how to use them, you might even find some using your same machine Brand.