The New Creative Serging Illustrated: The Complete Guide to Decorative Overlock Sewing (Creative Machine Arts)

Sergers can do so much more than produce a clean seam or a simple decorative edge, and this extensive guide shows how. Beyond thorough coverage of serger basics and decorative thread analysis, there are directions for decorative flatlocking; rolled edges (including some stunning cascades of ruffles produced by rolling the edge over fishing line); heirloom serging (for lace inserts); and how-tos for using decorative serging to embellish jackets, sweatshirts, exercise and swimwear, accessories (shawls, belts, scarves, and more), kids' clothing, and home decor items. Though short on photos (except for a 32-page color section), there are numerous good diagrams and line drawings, and the instructions are encouragingly clear. --Amy Handy