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Serger Buying Guide + Projects to Get Started
Serger Buying Guide + Fun Starter Projects A Serger Buying Guide is a smart tool that helps you determine what to look for when purchasing a serger. For National Serger Month, we’re providing you with a FREE Serger Buying Guide, which you can print and bring to your sewing machine dealer. If you know the features you want to use, the serger applications you want to explore, and the projects you want to sew, you’ll be better equipped to purchase a serger that’s right for you. SERGER SESSIONS Once you purchase your serger, using the Serger Buying Guide, you’ll need to know how to use it! We’ve got you covered…
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Chateau Coat Live Tutorial for Serger or Sewing Machine
Chateau Coat Live Tutorial Create your own Chateau Coat, designed by The Sewing Workshop, on April 23, 2024 at 12pm ET. Ellen March will be LIVE to guide you through the pattern and answer questions, right on the Sulky Facebook Page! And on THIS DAY ONLY, April 23, 2024, you’ll get 40% OFF THE CHATEAU COAT KIT! THIS IS AN AMAZING DEAL! ABOUT THE CHATEAU COAT The Chateau Coat is a loose-fitting garment that is made of a no-fray fabric, so there is no need to add a lining or finish the seams, unless you want to! This garment is great for spring, when the temps fluctuate from cold to…
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Serger Sunglasses Case – Free Pattern
Serger Sunglasses Case This Serger Sunglasses Case was modified from a pattern by Sue O’Very of Sookie Sews, courtesy of weallsew.com. The sunglasses case includes a layer of batting for interlining and is lined with Sulky Felty to keep your shades scratch-free. Quilting is also added as a decorative, yet optional, accent. A convenient hanging loop is included, so you can attach the case around a tote handle or interior backpack strap to easily find your sunglasses when needed. SERGER SUNGLASSES CASE SUPPLIES (3) snap spools of Sulky 50 wt. Cotton Thread (Butterfly Gold; right needle & loopers) (1) snap spool of Sulky Poly Deco Thread (Yellow; left needle &…
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Celebrate National Serger Month with a GIVEAWAY!
It’s National Serger Month! Celebrate with a GIVEAWAY from Sulky! Outfit your sewing space with fun threads that are PERFECT for your serger. Not only that, you’ll also WIN two Sewing Sessions that you can take on-demand at any time. The Sessions never expire, so you have lifetime access! These Sessions are great for new serger enthusiasts and more experienced sewists, too. You’ll learn the very basics of using a serger, complete with a serger buying guide. Plus, learn how to set up the machine for different, yet essential, serger stitches you can use for a variety of projects. GIVEAWAY DETAILS Enter to WIN A SERGER BUNDLE, including TWO EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS on our education…
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Owl Embroidered Table Topper for the Holidays
Owl Embroidered Table Topper This owl embroidered “Owl is Calm” Table Topper is a serge-as-you-go quilted table runner with owl motifs that add Christmas spirit to your home décor. If desired, swap the Christmas motifs for Hanukkah designs or any holiday you choose. This method makes it easy to create a reversible table topper, too. Display one holiday on one side and a different one on the other. Approximate size: 12” x 32” OWL EMBROIDERED TABLE TOPPER SUPPLIES Owl Be Home for Christmas Machine Embroidery Collection Sulky Rayon Threads (colors according to designs; featured: 942-0580 Mint Julep, 942-1001 Bright White, 942-1017 Pastel Peach, 942-1070 Gold, 942-1119 Dk Mauce, 942-1166 Med…
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Snake Costume for Halloween (& more!)
Sew a Snake Costume Create a spooky snake costume for Halloween so it looks like a snake is coiling around your body ready to eat! This clever costume is made of a pair of leggings (more affordable than purchasing this type of fabric yardage) and is constructed with a serger. If you don’t have a serger – don’t worry! Simply set your sewing machine for a stretch stitch, install a Jersey needle and stitch the same seams as shown below. SNAKE COSTUME SUPPLIES Snake-print poly-spandex leggings (such as these; adult size small or “one size”; with elastic casing, ideally) Sulky Poly Deco™ Thread (four spools if using a serger; one…
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Sewing Knits vs Woven Fabrics
Sewing Knits vs Sewing Wovens Sewing knits is slightly more challenging than sewing woven fabrics. For one, knits have varying degrees of stretch. We need to tame the stretch to avoid wavy, and sometimes inaccurate, seams. As long as we aren’t stretching the fabric during sewing, knits can easily be tamed. The great thing is that you can use either a standard sewing machine or a serger when sewing knits. The latter allows for a nicer finish and helps tame the stretch factor, too. But a standard sewing machine also creates nice results. Typically, patterns designed for knit fabrics are not suitable for wovens and vice versa. However, there are…
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Serger Sewing Session: Next Level Serger Success
Serger Sewing Session with Katrina Walker Are you ready to take your serger education to the next level? Whether you joined us for our first Serger Sewing Session (Basics & Beyond) or are just now dipping your toe into the serger waters, this Session will allow you to explore your serger and get the most out of your investment. Katrina Walker includes valuable tips, tricks and instruction for using your serger – and using it more often! Next Level Serger Success In this Session (Next Level Serger Success), sewing star Katrina Walker will teach you intermediate serger techniques and take you through a table runner and BONUS coaster project that showcases those…
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Serger Infinity Scarf to Make & Wear Tonight
Serger Infinity Scarf with a Twist A serger infinity scarf is quite possibly the quickest accessory you can make. This scarf is easily completed in an hour (or less!). Make one for yourself and one for a friend, to gift for Mother’s Day or a special birthday. The instructions below assume you’re using a knit/stretch fabric, but the method is easily adapted for a lightweight woven fabric, such as cotton sateen or voile, too. This easy serger infinity scarf makes a great travel accessory. Wrap it once or twice around your neck, wrap it around your head, use it as a belt, or use it as a bandeau top on…
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Serger Scarf with Frilly Edges
Serger Scarf Create a quick-and-easy serger scarf using lightweight jersey fabric. Choose a decorative thread, such as Sulky 30 wt. Cotton Blendables™, for the rolled hem edges, as the thread is easily the star of this project. Poly Deco™, a 40 wt. thread typically used for machine embroidery, is also a great choice when a colorful sheen is desired. This project is an excerpt from the book Serger 101: a Field Guide, by Katrina Walker. Designs copyright @2020 by Katrina Walker from the book Serger 101 from C&T Publishing, Inc. *We may earn an affiliate commission if you purchase the book using the link posted above. LETTUCE LOVER SERGER SCARF…
