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Why Every Quilter Needs a Serger

If you've ever wondered ‘does a quilter need a serger’, the answer is a resounding YES! While sergers are famous for clothing construction, these powerhouse machines offer quilters professional finishes, time-saving tricks, and creative possibilities you won’t get from a domestic sewing machine. Think perfectly piecing quilt blocks without bulky seams and joining batting scraps, when used for quilting a serger can revolutionize your workflow. If you're looking for tips for quilters to streamline projects or curious about what a serger can do beyond basic seams, this guide will show you exactly why a quilter

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April 17, 2025
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All About Sewing Machine Needles

When was the last time you changed your needle? Do it now! Ok, now that there’s a fresh needle in your sewing machine, is it the right kind of needle for your project? With so many different packs of needles on the shelves at Quilting Mayhem, it can be confusing to know which one to use and when. Never fear, we’ll walk you through it so you can make the right choice for your fabric and technique. Sewing Machine Needle Sizing Sewing machine needles are labeled with two number, for example 80/12 or 90/14. The first number

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October 3, 2024
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How to Serge On A Fusible Binding

If you’re a quilter, then your binding stack may be getting high. We have a solution that will help you knock that stack down and get it back under control. Follow our tutorial to add binding to your quilt using a serger and fusible thread. This technique allows you to temporarily fuse the binding before you either machine stitch or hand stitch it, or when you just need something quick and temporary until you have time to finish the binding properly.  Materials Quilted but unfinished quilt Binding Fusible thread Serger (We love the BERNINA L890 Quilters

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June 21, 2024
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What can a serger do?

There’s nothing like sitting down at your sewing machine and knowing that you have everything you need to make exactly what you want. But do you ever look at your sewing space and think to yourself, ”something is missing.” We know exactly what that is. You, my friend, need a serger. Whether you make garments or quilts, this versatile machine is a game-changer that will make your projects not only easier but more polished and professional. What is a serger?  At its core, a serger, also known as an overlocker, is a specialized sewing machine designed to

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January 31, 2024