I have an inexpensive 4-thread serger and really like using it. Mostly I make flannel baby blankets and burpies but I would love to use it more. I don't make clothes so I've never used it for that. I just love how quickly and neatly it stitches. I also use it for potholders and Christmas stockings. The patterns I have for those are super simple and go together so fast. Bottom line, I don't use it all that often, but don't plan on getting rid of it.