Serge with Confidence book by Nancy Zieman

First build your confidence by learning the basic techniques and tools needed on your way to serging success, and then put those skills to use by creating one of the many showcased projects. •You'll find:

Comprehensive overview of a serger and how to use it ◦Overview of the types of stitches available, products and tools

◦18 inspirational projects, from wardrobe pieces and accessories to home decor and holiday ideas, all fully illustrated and beautifully photographed
◦Thorough guide to keeping your serger running smoothly and trouble-free
•128 pages
Serge with Confidence DVD
•Nancy takes the mystery out of serging and gives serger owners confidence in using their machines:
◦Mastering serger basics: threading, adjusting, serging, and troubleshooting
◦Serging basic three or four thread overlock, rolled edge, flatlock, cover stitch, chain stitch, and overlock/coverlock combination stitches
•Margaret Tully joins Nancy in part three showing how to use serger accessory feet and attachments to give serged projects pizzazz
◦Making a serged pillow including cording, seaming, zipper insertion, and ruffles
◦Using the belt loop attachment
◦Simplifying hemming, waistband casings, and flat felled seams with a down-turned feller
•60 minute DVD with closed captioning