1. ZIPPERS BAG ESSENTIALS

2. Reminders about the Serger… ◦ a. Do Not Serge over zippers, pins or excessive bulk ◦ b. Always Chain stitch at the end of serging ◦ c. Never raise the presser foot ◦ d. Clean out the scrap collector each time you finish

3. Advantages of Serger use ◦ a. Cleans and neatens the edge ◦ b. Creates a Professional Look ◦ c. Cuts off excess fabric ◦ d. Quick and Easy

4. Serger Maintenance ◦ a. Oil ◦ b. Remove lint ◦ c. Replace dull or broken blades and needles

5. Ironing ◦ Test the corner of your fabric before you use the iron to be you sure have it on the right TEMPERATURE SETTINGS. When pressing or ironing use a PRESS CLOTH to prevent the fabric from melting or getting marks. ◦ Which fiber can be ironed on the highest setting? ◦ Which fibers should be ironed on the lowest setting? ◦ What is the difference between pressing and ironing?

6. Thread ◦ There are a variety of threads that can be purchased to use for sewing projects. Quality thread of any kind prevents STITCHING AND MACHINE PROBLEMS ◦ a. Standard thread is called ALL PURPOSE. ◦ b. Specialty threads include: QUILTING, HEAVY DUTY, EMBROIDERY ◦ c. Serger thread: LIGHTER IN WEIGHT

7. Zippers ◦ a. Centered ◦ b. Lapped ◦ c. Invisible d. Fly e. Exposed

8. Buttons ◦ Buttons can be working buttons, meaning there is a buttonhole, or they can be sewn on as a decorative embellishment. If you are using a buttonhole, The button hole should always be made BEFORE attaching the button on the opposing side. Use this formula to determine the length of a buttonhole: ◦ BUTTON DIAMETER + DEPTH OR THIKNESS= LENGTH OF BUTTON HOLE

9. Buttons ◦ 3 different types of buttons 2- hole 4 hole shank ◦ 3 Ways to sew on a 4 holed button

10. What is Applique