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Complete Serger Handbook (A Sterling/Sewing Information Resources book)

Complete Serger Handbook (A Sterling/Sewing Information Resources book)

by Peter James (Author)

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    Illustrated 1998

    $15.12
Synopsis

Learn when a serger stitch is needed for finishing edges, making garments, or decorative work. Get clearly spelled out techniques for long, straight seams and fabrics that stretch, pill, ravel, or are otherwise hard to control. Fully illustrated instructions show how to make buttonholes, and do lacemaking, quilting, and applique, all in the unique serger mode. 160 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 10.

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Format: Illustrated
 Pages: 160
 Edition: Revised ed.
 Publisher: No Imprint
Published: 02 Jul 1998
ISBN 10: 0806998075
ISBN 13: 9780806998077

Media Reviews
Writing this work has given James the opportunity to encapsulate the techniques she has developed during 15 years of teaching. The result is a concise guide to the serger and serger techniques. Major sections of the book include identifying the part of a serger (with photos of each part), serger accessories, types of threads, threading and testing the threading, learning to regulate tension, and techniques. Throughout, James emphasizes using a knowledge of serger threading, needles, and tension to solve any problems relating to stitch formation. A good purchase . . . --Library Journal

There's nothing better than an author who's made all the mistakes herself, has taught hundreds of others, and writes with humor. Chris James fills the bill. This beautiful book talks about knits, rolled hems, and flatlocking. At the end is a trouble-shooting guide....The close-up color photos make her text even more understandable....highly recommended. --The Creative Machine.

The most comprehensive reference on serging to date. --Craft & Needlework Age.
Author Bio
Peter James was educated at Charterhouse and then at film school. He lived in North America for a number of years, working as a screen writer and film producer before returning to England. His novels, including several number one bestsellers, have been translated into thirty-six languages. He has produced several films, including the BAFTA-nominated Merchant Of Venice, starring Al Pacino, Jeremy Irons and Joseph Fiennes. Peter James lives in Sussex.