Before the world took a turn with the pandemic, I finally invested in my very own serger – a Brother 1034D. Before that, my serger escapades were limited to the local library’s machine. I knew just the essentials, basically how to run a simple overlock stitch.
With my new serger came the responsibility of its upkeep. Naturally, this led me down the path of deepening my knowledge. My sources? A plethora of books. And guess what? I’ve curated a list for you, whether you’re just starting out or have some serging experience under your belt.
During my research, I gravitated towards books featuring colorful images, starting with fundamentals but delving deeper for the advanced users. They needed to have projects to try and be something I could revisit as my skills evolved. Old books, especially those over 15 years, often seemed outdated. An essential for me? A glossary at the end! Also, color versions are crucial as it’s imperative to distinguish threads.
The Best Serging Companions
Ready for the countdown? Here we go!
1. The Serger’s Technique Bible
My absolute favorite! With vivid imagery and a user-friendly layout, it’s an invaluable asset. It’s comprehensive, providing deep insights for beginners and advanced users alike. Plus, it features some nifty projects to hone your skills. A notable mention: it goes by “The Overlocker Technique Manual” for non-US folks.
2. The Complete Serger Handbook Review
A well-rated beginner guide on Amazon, although a tad outdated. The visual quality and terminologies could use a refresh. It does, however, provide an immense amount of information in a conversational tone. It’s value for money!
3. Serger Essentials: Master the Basics and Beyond
Packed with color photos, it’s an excellent guide for beginners. Although it’s more informative than project-centric, it does offer a thorough overview of the serger realm.
4. First Time Sewing With a Serger: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide
True to its name, it’s perfect for those dipping their toes in the world of serging. Simplistic and foundational, it’s a great starting point. It’s especially beneficial for those who aren’t familiar with sewing jargon.
5. Successful Serging: From Setup to Simple and Specialty Stitches
For those a bit familiar with serging and aiming for mastery, this is your guide. Rich in diagrams and technical information, it’s a wholesome guide to up your serging game.
6. Serge With Confidence
Penned by the renowned Nancy Zieman, this book provides invaluable insights despite some outdated project references. It’s brimming with useful tips and is extremely practical in its approach.
7. Serger Sewing Basics
Compact and concise, it provides a quick dive into the serging world, accentuated with real images. Great for a quick grasp on basics!
8. Simply Serging: 25 Fast and Easy Projects for Getting to Know Your Overlocker
For hands-on learners, this is ideal. With 25 intriguing projects, it offers a fun, project-based approach to understanding sergers.
9. Ready Set Serge
Another project-centric guide, it simplifies serging with minimal details and offers projects with varying difficulty levels. Perfect for hands-on practice!
10. The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide
Not the best for basics but a gem for troubleshooting. It provides solutions to common serging problems in detail, making it a valuable companion for those who have started their serging journey.
Book Title | Description | Best For |
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The Serger’s Technique Bible | Comprehensive guide with colorful images. | Beginners to Advanced |
The Complete Serger Handbook Review | Conversational tone with a plethora of information. | Beginners |
Serger Essentials: Master the Basics and Beyond |
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