Originally Posted by okiepastor
When my serger died after 20 years, I was LOST--use it for so much---there are several really good books with lots of tips and projects. If anyone is interested, will get them out and post titles.
I make our washcloths out of old towels, tablecloths, curtains/drapes, window quilts, EASY crazy quilts, make all kinds of gifts and clothing, etc. And I have made many, many quilts with a serger--for hard use, probably not for posterity!
It is in use DAILY!
Mine died after 25 years and it was when I needed it the most--trying to finish off the applique cushion for my quilt groups' Christmas gift swap. I bought a new one which I have not yet used. I do know you can do a lot of different things with as I use to before quilting.