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    Old 04-02-2011, 06:20 AM
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    Originally Posted by jamie Watson
    Could a serger be used to serge around a puff quilt?Maybe then not put a backing on it?Any information is always welcome.I am very new at quilting.
    I use my serger a lot for putting together very simple quilts. I do only use 3 threads, and I iron all. I find that the seams are not that bulky. I would never suggest using the serger for a very intricate quilt because it is very hard to match seams. I have never put together a puff quilt but I have seen them, and I think a serger would work good. I love using the serger on quilts I know are going to be used for children and babies, since they will be washed alot and the serger will keep the seams from raveling.
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    Old 04-02-2011, 07:12 PM
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    I love my serger, it makes some nice quilt tops, its great when making a log cabin. It works nice, if your just making a tablecloth, all the seams are finished in back,
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    Old 04-04-2011, 12:12 AM
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    I love my serger, but my advice would be not to spend a lot of money on one because it's not something you use everyday.

    I purchased a new Elna 14 years ago and paid $1600.00 for it, and now I regret paying so much for it.

    Get a good used one.
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    Old 04-04-2011, 01:52 AM
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    Originally Posted by MerryQuilter
    I have one would gladly sell
    It is juki older model
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    Old 04-07-2011, 08:36 PM
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    Hi MerryQuilter,
    Is it a 4-thread? How much?

    I've had Kenmore sergers for over 12 years. Burned-up motors in 2 of them. I recently tried a Brother, which I didn't like at all. And then "test-drove" both a Juki and a Babylock. Threading is not an issue. I never had a problem threading the Kenmore's. But, what I really liked about the BL is the fact that you don't have to adjust the tensions. Now, that's what I have a problem with. But, the price is way over my budget.
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    Old 04-07-2011, 08:52 PM
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    my mother has an old babylock is she says is the best. my sister gave her a new one and it is a piece of junk. She makes her quilts with a serger so she doesn't have very thick seams. she uses a lot of polyester for the quilts she makes.
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    Old 04-08-2011, 02:35 AM
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    Sorry just saw this, it is model 103n, bought new maybe 20 years ago, sadly never used. Would only ask 50$ plus shipping.
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