I recently bought a Singer Quantum to replace the Singer I bought when I graduated from high school in 1968. While I was in the store learning to use the new stitches, another woman was getting a lesson on a serger. This is something I've always thought only professionals used. Now I want a serger. But do I need one? I sew a little, maybe once a month. I make non-tailored clothing, drapes, curtains, quilts, pillows, baby clothes. I use the overcast stitch to finish the fabric edges. Are there uses for a serger beyond finishing edges (assuming that's the primary purpose)? I woulda asked the sales person except I was afraid she'd sell me one before I had time to justify the extravagance. It just looked like fun. So I'm asking, is it a toy or more? Thanks...
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17 years ago