How do you choose the best serger for you? Begin by dreaming. Think of all the things you could do. Think of the features you want. Then consider brand and price.

Did you know, that most reputable dealers will allow you to take classes, watch demos, even sew on several different sergers before you buy? Did you realize you could learn before you spend? Yes, you can be sure this is really something you can be passionate about before spending a dime.

Narrow you focus by looking at either a basic 3-4 or a high end serger. Examine them closely for what they will enable you to do. You will find sergers that only do a single stitch to creative wonders that can do up to 86 different overlock stitches.

Just a word of caution. Even good traditional sergers can be very frustrating. Threading is often very difficult. Some machines struggle to maintain consistent tension. Some machines seem to go out of time every other project.

So, wouldnt it be nice to have a serger that was easy to use and thread, and produced perfect stitches every time hour after hour?

Looking at all the different sergers from all the different brands can be overwhelming. There are so many with so vastly different configurations, quality, and prices that you may even get confused.

One of the most popular sergers is the Janome 634D serger. It is a traditional tension based serger that produces about a dozen different overlocking stitches with 2-3-4 thread combinations. It is well known for its dependability.

When I am asked for a recommendation, however, I always turn to the serger industry leader Baby Lock. Since 1964, it has provided the best, easiest to use, most dependable sergers on the market.

The most amazing sergers are those made by the originator of the home serger Baby Lock. Their Imagine Serger literally threads instantly with the press of a lever. It uses advanced thread management the eliminates the hassles over tensions. If you are looking for a 3-4 thread serger, you cannot go wrong with a Baby Lock.

On the high end, check out Evolve by Baby Lock. You will be absolutely amazed.

So where can you buy a new serger? You can get a serger at many fabric shops, quilt shops, out of catalogs, at department stores, at mass merchandisers, over the internet, from pawn shops, and from garage sales. My recommendation is just dont.

The best place to buy a serger is from your local authorized dealer. He will be there with endless support and service. The store will provide classes, clubs, emergency help, warranty service, and much more.

When you get the serger, do you get expert local instruction on how to use and get the most out of your serger?

Do you get more than a machine in a box, like real help and support?

What about repair and warranty service? Do you really want to ship it off to Timbucktoo when it breaks?

Suggestions to consider: Always buy quality. Always purchase local. Always get where you can get instruction. Always buy where you can get technical support, warranty service, and repair assistance when you need it. Always purchase from real people who will stand behind your purchase.

Be sure you get the whole package and immediately start using it. By whole package, I mean get involved in the classes, clubs, events, and get all the support you need to really get the most out of your new serger.