would actually use it. But, lately, I have had ideas for several projects I wanted to do, and thought how much easier they would be on a serger. SO.... I have been doing some embroidery work for one of the girls at work's church...have made a little money, and have decided to invest in the serger. I also bought a book to hopefully help me along with understanding how to use it until I can take some classes. I can't wait to learn how to use it, and get started on some of my projects!!
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62461Have fun, what are the projects that you have planned? What type of serger? Sorry lots of Q's
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
It's a Brother 1034D. I really don't know if if is a "good" machine since I never even used one, but I know it has the features I'm most interested in. I need to make some nice curtains for my daughter's room, and some decorative pillows. I need to learn how to do the gathering so I can make a ruffle for both the curtains and pillows.
115749CONGRATS...you are going to enjoy your machine. I couldn't make it withone one now...FIESTA ;D *2U
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
Thanks so much! I already had a crash course in rethreading the thing. It took me three tries to get it right, but I did it, and now I know how! Yea Me!
63126Congrats! I am actually on my 2nd serger now. I bought the Elna this time around. My first one I had bought used and she used it for gowns, etc. as did I. My kids all used it for 4-H sewing also. I wish I had had one when my kids were little....I made a lot of cotton dresses....don't miss those seams...LOL
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
I have a tendency to put off sewing projects because it is such a nuisance to finish all the seems. By the time I finish both edges of the seam, and sew the seam....it has taken me three times longer to make the darned garment. I like that the serger does it all at once!!
20088Colleen, enjoy it - I have my Mother's machine - don't know a thing about it - haven't taken it out of the moving box - but I will be taking classes and readying the manual on it - that is for sure. We can't wait to view the new projects that you have have planned, too.
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
I already did my first project! Very simple, but I have to start simple. LOL! I took an denim skirt that I shrank out of (boy is that a great feeling!), and converted it into a tote bag. Now I'm debating on whether or not to embroider on it. I like it a lot the way it is now, but I think embroidering on it will enhance it.
211079Congratulations to you! I hope you enjoy it, and use it a lot! Don't forget to share pictures of your creations with us!
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
Thanks! So far, so good. I can do a basic seam, but I want to learn all the cool stuff I can do with it!
12821Waterlily, You will enjoy it. The classes will be very helpful for you. H&*.
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
I think I'm going to love it. Now, I need to find the time and place to take a class or two.
16434Congratulations, I'm sure once you use it you'll wonder what took you so long to buy it.
You can whip up great outfits with a serger without ever having to use your ordinary machine.
You know the kind of sweat shirts that have stretch banding for neckline, sleeves and hemline? So quick for kiddies play clothes.
Have fun and enjoy but most of all don't be scared of it, they're easy to use.
hugs n roses, Meganne
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
Can you do top stitching etc on a serger?? Doesn't it trim everything you stitch? I thought I'd need my regular machine for things like that.
122864You'll love it! I have a Babylock Imagine and can't "imagine" sewing without this great companion to my sewing machine.
Nancy Zeiman has some great videos on her site that will help you with serging. Click on the Techniques tab on the far right of the browser.
www.sewingwithnancy.tv
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
Thank you SO much for the link! I have bookmarked it so I can keep going back to it for reference.
33575I'm sure you will love using it.
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
Thank you! It actually took me about two hours to get past the intimidation when I saw it all threaded up. It kind of scared me. But I have already re-threaded it once and it wasn't too horrible.
1682Well, congratulations!! I do hope you take lessons and get to really use your new machine! Hugs, Marji
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
Thanks! For now, I'll be wathing some online videos and hope I Can Learn a few things, until I can take some classes.
33451I am sure that you will be glad you invested in a serger, there are so many great ways to use one...I have had mine now for a few years and wonder why I never got one before when I was doing so much more sewing when the children were small...Enjoy !!!
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
I can't wait until I can learn all the great ways to use it! I'm really looking forward to this learning experience!
27071congrats to you..You will wonder how you ever got along without one! I have two and use them both on a daily basis for all my sewing projects!!!
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
I'm actually thinking that I will be doing a lot more sewing now since the serger will be cutting the time in half or better. I used to hate spending all my time finishing the edges of my projects. Now I can do it all in one shot!
by lv2sew
27 Jun 2009
yes you will! I use one for special finishes with wooly nylon (napkins and even some sheer curtain panels instead of hemming them.)
11259Congrats on getting a serger. Thats what I want to get next. What make did you buy?
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by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
Well, I found one that Has the features I want at a decent price. Since I just made a little extra cash...I figure I'd invest in the serger. Nevermind the fact that I have a LOT os sewing I want to do for my daughter's room, and a serger would make some of the work easier, and save a lot of time.
by waterlily
27 Jun 2009
It is a Brother 1034D. Don't know how good it is, but right now, I'll be happy with functionality until I really learn how to use it and know if I need more.
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