I dont have one, most people I know that have them use them to make clothes. Seem to work great on knits...I know a lady who makes her own swimwear with hers, and its AWESOME!
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I used to use my serger almost every day, but now that I don't do garment sewing any more, I rarely use it. However, when I do need it occasionally, I'm very glad I have one. Mine's very basic and is old now, but sure comes in handy sometimes and I've never regretted buying it.
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I don't have one. They are not necessary but are nice to have. Someday I may have one.
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I don't believe it is necessary to own a serger, but I could not get along without one.
I always serge my binding edges before sewing onto a quilt. I also make baby receiving blankets and burp cloths and serge the edges on both. I was intimidated by the serger when I first bought it, but am gradually learning more and more uses for it. So all in all, I think it is up to each individual whether or not they need one. Good luck on whatever you decide. Sue |
i have one, for oh, about 5 or 6 years now, have not used it ever...at first i couldn't see to thread it, then loaned it to my daughter, where it lived in a corner for about 3 years...she never got around to 'trying' it out, so finally returned it...i thought, well i have glasses now, maybe i could finally learn to use it...problem now...threading and usage instructions are on a vhs tape...and our player quit working, all we have now is a dvd player...so, do i go out and try to buy a new vhs player...just so i can watch this tape and learn to thread this thing, or, does it just continue to take up space under the bench in the mud room?.....
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I got one about ten years ago. I don't even know where it is right now. So that tells you how much I use it.
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Originally Posted by craftybear
you don't need a serger to quilt
I've had one for years (updated a couple of times) and couldn't live without it for sewing my clothes and for others. It's like my embroidery machines. I don't NEED them but would be miserable without them. |
Originally Posted by Pam
I have one and never use it, the threads keep breaking and I have finally given up on it. Probably has about 30 minutes of sewing on it.
I have a Husky 936 and love it---now. |
Yes, I own a serger. No, it is not a necessity. I don't use it for quilting, in general.
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I got one with my Brother when I bought it. I don't use it quilting nor do I finish off my edges before I wash(I just cut with the zigzag rotary cutter) I do however use it a lot for making crate pads and cage covers for the humane society. Makes everything go so much faster.
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