I have a Husqvarna serger and have used it regularly for the past 5 years. In quilting, I only use it to finish off the edges before applying the binding - I like the way it evens out all the edges and compresses the sides for easy application of the binding.

I also own a Babylock evolve, came with a video and a great couple of instruction booklets, so could spend time learning on my own - at my own pace, and really love the air threading system.

I have a White ATS 4 thread serger. Once I got the hang of threading it, I loved it. Although I use it more for clothing and craft construction instead of quilting, I have made a split rail with it and liked that it was finished without any hand quilting. I think the trick with a serger is to keep it handy for quick use.

I also have this serger and I would highly recommend it. I've had it for probably 13 yrs and it is used for many things. When the towels start "fraying"along the edges but are still good toweld-just serge the sides. I also make quilted purses and it is awesome. Hemming pants I like to serge and then just turn up once and hem, all kinds of uses.

GET A BABYLOCK IMAGINE. IT IS SELF-THREADING AND THIS FEATURE ALONE WILL ENCOURAGE YOU TO USE YOUR SERGER MORE!!

I have a Babylock Evolution that I absolutely love. I also sent you a PM about an Elna.

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I use a Bernina 1100AD to make so many beautiful projects including a bowtie quilt, heirloom pillow cases, makeup bags, silk Christmas stockings, Serger cover, and more using the various feet that come with the Serger. I am in a Serger Club at my LQS with a wonderful instructor. While the Bernina takes a little more time threading, the stitch quality and durability is worth the money. There are many used sergers for sale by dealers. I was so afraid of the serger that it took a while for me to actually start sewing with it, but this club has helped me see what I can do with the serger. Good luck finding one and many happy hours of sewing.

Actually the seam is not bulky as it is done with three needles instead of four. Happy sewing.

Viking....I love mine. Had it about 6 years.

I like usig mine to add the borders to quilts. It finishes the edges so neatly. I have a $250 Brother. It is easy to thread. This is my 4th serger, and by far the easiest to use.

I like usig mine to add the borders to quilts. It finishes the edges so neatly. I have a $250 Brother. It is easy to thread. This is my 4th serger, and by far the easiest to use.

Hi, from N. C.....Welcome to a neat group of helpful quilters!!!!

I haven't read all the posts but I have a serger and it's the pits to thread. I'm thinking I should give it away and buy a Babylock. I don't use it much now but IF I KNEW HOW TO THREAD IT I know I'd use it more. Misplaced book. agh!

LOVE,LOVE,LOVE my Babylock Imagine-----had 2 sergers previous to this and wanted to throw them out the window-they took SO LONG to thread and it was so frustrating that I wouldn't even use them. Now I can thread and serge in a jiffy!

I have had a Janome for about 2o years, I love it. I have used it to make quilts with and it worked great and it is fast.

I have the same serger with the Wave ability and love it.

I use my Babylock for garment construction and love it. It has color coordinated path for threading and has never had a problem in 25 years.

I use my Babylock for garment construction and love it. It has color coordinated path for threading and has never had a problem in 25 years.

I've been sewing for over 50 years and several years ago decided I really needed a serger. Bought one and used it for about 2 weeks and hated it. I took it back and got a refund. Seems like I always need to adjust the seams in garments as well as quilts and the serger trims the seams automatically. I prefer to use the zig-zag on my regular machine to finish the seams when necessary.

I have one would gladly sell

What kind do you have,. I've decided on a Babylock With self threading. I hate threading machines

What kind do you have,. I've decided on a Babylock With self threading. I hate threading machines

i have a pfaff is over 16 years old works like a charm i make quilts with its

Not self threading actually older but did not use will check tom. My grandson just out of hospital and just exhausted tonight. Will let you know.

There are so many good points in this "thread". I have had my 4-thread Singer for about 22 years; cost $200 @ the time. I like that it takes the same needles as many of my old singers, so nothing special needed there. Love it the most for sewing fleece & knits for kids, as well as home dec. items. I've never used it for quilting, but saw a nice blue jean throw quilt with no backing that someone made for a car or picnic blanket & I'd like to try that sometime. I would like a newer 5 thread, but won't jump in for a few more years, as mine is running with no trouble ever. I might like to try a self-threader next time as well, but found 2 books to be especially helpful at adjusting my thread tension: "The complete Serger book" by Chris James & "The Ultimate serger answer guide" by Gail Brown. The first book has a lot of photographs (great close-ups of what a "good" stitch should look like. The 2nd has more sketches, but even so the 2nd saved me @ understanding the order of which thread must go first at the final threading to "Form a stitch"; unlike my machine's own book! BTW, both of these books were @ my library, but I referred to them so often, I got them on ebay for a couple dollars each & love having them handy. Sergers are not a good choice for the less mechanically inclined; IMHO. Absolutely make sure they teach you how to thread it BEFORE you buy it, & better if they offer free classes.

Could a serger be used to serge around a puff quilt?Maybe then not put a backing on it?Any information is always welcome.I am very new at quilting.

I have a Jaquar Serger. I've had it for several years and use it along side my Singer Sewing Machine when making clothes. It's also great for simple curtains. Haven't tried it on quilts yet.

I had a Bernina serger for 15 hrs. I seldom used it because it was awful to thread and adjust. It took me longer to get it just right than to serge my project. I sold it and bought a Baby Lock. I bought the Eclipse. It is the greatest thing since sliced bread. The stitch quality is perfect every time.

Dh bought me a Brother 3/4 self threader on looper. I love it. Price I believe was 299.00. I use mine a lot.

I agree with Janet, I love my new Evelution and I have used sergers for many years. I still have my old White that is over 20 years old and still purrs like a kitten. Dosen't do even a 10th of what the new one does. I wanted the cover stitch and a nice looking blanket stitch and to be able to sew piping etc with my serger. I have pieced whole quilt tops with the old one and I am sure I will with the new one also. They are very useful once you learn what they can do. I serge all my fabs with a 3 thread out of the cheepest thread and do not cut any off and loosen the tenn so threads do not tabgle in the wash for I pre wash everything unless it is flannel for a rag quilt of fab I will be making for chenille.
Find a good local dealer that will give you classes on whatever you get but give a good look at the Baby Lock sergers, but Viking/Husquvarna for sewing machine. Smile
ConnieF

I use my serger a lot for putting together very simple quilts. I do only use 3 threads, and I iron all. I find that the seams are not that bulky. I would never suggest using the serger for a very intricate quilt because it is very hard to match seams. I have never put together a puff quilt but I have seen them, and I think a serger would work good. I love using the serger on quilts I know are going to be used for children and babies, since they will be washed alot and the serger will keep the seams from raveling.

I love my serger, it makes some nice quilt tops, its great when making a log cabin. It works nice, if your just making a tablecloth, all the seams are finished in back,

I love my serger, but my advice would be not to spend a lot of money on one because it's not something you use everyday.

I purchased a new Elna 14 years ago and paid $1600.00 for it, and now I regret paying so much for it.

Get a good used one.

It is juki older model

Hi MerryQuilter,
Is it a 4-thread? How much?

I've had Kenmore sergers for over 12 years. Burned-up motors in 2 of them. I recently tried a Brother, which I didn't like at all. And then "test-drove" both a Juki and a Babylock. Threading is not an issue. I never had a problem threading the Kenmore's. But, what I really liked about the BL is the fact that you don't have to adjust the tensions. Now, that's what I have a problem with. But, the price is way over my budget.

my mother has an old babylock is she says is the best. my sister gave her a new one and it is a piece of junk. She makes her quilts with a serger so she doesn't have very thick seams. she uses a lot of polyester for the quilts she makes.

Sorry just saw this, it is model 103n, bought new maybe 20 years ago, sadly never used. Would only ask 50$ plus shipping.