Creative Serging: The Complete Handbook for Decorative Overlock Sewing

by Pati Palmer, Gail Brown, Sue Green

Serging veterans can hone their artistic edge in this updated guide to advanced serging techniques, which feature the latest information on modern serger capabilities, stitch options, and a variety of speciality feet and other accessories. Guidelines for fast flat construction and creative flatlocking, including gathering, shirring, and fringe and rolled-edge flatlocking are included, along with tips for creating the perfect rolled edge using any type of fabric. A variety of serging projects, including children's garments, ribbed sweaters, and lingerie, help sergers refine their skills. A decorative thread glossary, needle selection tables, and a troubleshooting guide are also provided.

Genres: Sewing, Crafts

128 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1987

About the author

Pati Palmer is driving force behind the Palmer/Pletsch craft publishing company, of dozens of sewing books and how-to DVD’s and creator of eight Palmer/Pletsch sewing notion products, including PerfectFuse™ Interfacings. . Palmer has been designing for The McCall Pattern Co. since 1980, and Vogue prior to that. She has written the guidesheets for 250 patterns and includes fit and sewing tips. She is dubbed The McCall Pattern Company's "Fit Expert." She has been an educator for an interfacing company, a department store buyer, and has conducted seminars throughout North America and Australia. She currently teaches workshops in Portland, Oregon where she trains consumers and teachers.

Reviews

[Patricia · Rating 5 out of 5]

An oldie but great! The illustrations are a bit dated but the information is top notch! Get this before you select a serger so you know what to look for (even if from a library), then read it to find out what you can do with it! Pati Palmer can teach you more than how to fit clothing! I don't give 5 stars out lightly.