The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide

If a stitch in time saves nine, just think what this book can do for you. Discover the secrets for perfect serging every time. Understand how to avoid mistakes. Close-up color photos show you exactly what's right-and what's wrong-with each stitch.

Tips on Locating Answers in this Book

6

(1)

Solutions to Every Serging Problem

7

(46)

Stitch-Related Problems

Can't Balance Tensions

8

(2)

No Stitch Formation

10

(1)

Irregular Stitch Formation

11

(1)

Can't Rethread

12

(1)

2-and 3-Thread Conversions

13

(1)

Thread Breakage

14

(2)

Hairy Edges

16

(2)

Skipped Stitches

18

(2)

Stitch Isn't Wide Enough

20

(2)

Stitch Isn't Narrow Enough

22

(2)

Chainstitch Won't Form, or Breaks

24

(1)

Clicking, Excessive Noise

25

(1)

Machine Jams

26

(2)

Needle-Related Problems

Needle Insertion

28

(2)

Needle Breakage

30

(1)

Runs or Holes in Fabric

31

(1)

Knife-Related Problems

Ragged or Uncut Edges

32

(2)

Seam and Edge Problems

Puckers

34

(2)

Excessive Stretching

36

(2)

Differential Feed Isn't Working

38

(1)

Seam Spreads or Unravels

39

(1)

Can't Determine a Seam Edge

40

(1)

Ugly Curves and Corners

41

(1)

Rolled-Edge Problems

42

(2)

Flatlocking Problems

44

(2)

Decorative Serging Problems

Confusion About Decorative Thread

46

(2)

Irregular or No Decorative Stitch

48

(2)

Quick Fixes

50

(3)

Insider Insights

53

(12)

Universal Insights and Serger Company Contacts

54

(1)

Baby Lock

55

(1)

Bernina (Bernette, Funlock)

56

(1)

Brother (Homelock)

57

(1)

Elna (Elna Lock)

58

(1)

Juki

59

(1)

Necchi/Allyn International

60

(1)

New Home (MyLock)

60

(1)

Pfaff (Hobbylock)

61

(1)

Singer (Quantumlock, Ultralock)

62

(1)

Viking (Huskylock)

63

(1)

White (Speedylock, Superlock)

64

(1)

Sergers Demystified

65

(12)

Serger Models and Stitch Capabilities

66

(2)

Jargon: Your Serger Dictionary

68

(9)

Serging Smarts

77

(16)

Serger Buying Guide

78

(2)

Serge with Your Feet

80

(1)

Feet/Accessories Chart

81

(3)

Needle Know-How

84

(1)

Thread Pictorial

85

(1)

Thread Chart

86

(2)

Troubleshooting Chart

88

(2)

How-To's for Healthy Sergers

90

(1)

Serger Notions and Threads by Mail

91

(2)

Index

93

(3)

Win a FREE Subscription

96

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The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide

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