Take the mystery out of your serger with Serger 101: A Field Guide by Katrina Walker — a comprehensive, visual guide that walks you through everything from threading your machine to completing beautiful finished projects. Whether you're pulling your serger out of the box for the first time or looking to sharpen your skills, this book makes the process approachable, practical, and genuinely fun.
With 40+ need-to-know techniques and 10 ready-to-sew projects — from easy T-shirts and leggings to a market tote and elegant table decor — you'll build confidence with every stitch. Learn to work with knits, wovens, and sheers, troubleshoot common issues, and master specialty stitches including flatlocking, rolled hems, and coverstitching.
Key Features:
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Projects — 10 fashion and home decor projects for all skill levels
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Techniques — 40+ visual how-tos covering basic and specialty serger stitches
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Topics Covered — Threading, overlocking, flatlocking, rolled hems, coverstitching, fabric types, and troubleshooting
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Fabrics — Guidance for knits, wovens, and sheers
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Author — Katrina Walker
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Series — A Field Guide (best-selling series)