The Conplete Serger Handbook
582092
If you have a tight budget and can only purchase one serger how to book, this is it. This one has not been put on my bookshelf. It is right next to the serger. The explanations are very clear- useful for any brand of serger that one may have. I may even donate my other serger books to the next library sale. I don't need them.
1312383
Well written instructions, makes it easy to learn how to sew or for those who have experience, it is a great reference book---I taught myself to tailor!
4310104
If you are debating about getting this book to help understand and get the FULL use out of pressure feet for your sewing machine (and serger) - DON'T!! My suggestion would be to get this book before you buy extra feet, as this will help you in deciding what feet can do what. Many have the capacity of performing the same or similar functions as others. Great layout and instructions on using the feet, as well as those invaluable little hints that only experience can teach.
3246316
This is a very helpful book for beginers as well as experienced sewers. Instructions are easy to follow, pictures are excellent.  This book covers how to make a variety of home decor items such as drapes,shades,cornices,pillows, table linens and bed ensembles. Plus hints  for professional look.
3235416
This book is well illustrated and easy to follow.  I feel it should be part of your basic sewing library.  I've sewn for 50 yrs and still learned some useful things from it, and will be referring to it.
4112248
This is a very good book. An excelent one. The autor explains every single step needed to sew clothes. Sometimes is a little long and some instructions are repeated, but is clear and the illustrations are detailled. I have found 2 or 3 graphics that don't correspond exactly to the text, but it isn't a real problem. I'm very pleased to have it.
1031861
This is a great reference book for sewing.  I have had an older edition and refer to it often.  I bought the new edition for my Granddaughter.  Hopefully it will
encourage her to sew.
PR
2889024
Having helpful information about sergers and overlock machines is a must, and I am very happy with this book.
356819
This is my first Amazon book review. I was at my wits' end with my serger -- I was literally ready to put it out by the side of the road. It is an OLD Pfaff 5-thread serger I bought second hand a few years back. One day, it just stopped working. I threaded and threaded over and over again, oiled, changed needles twice, and it still wouldn't work. I called the place where i bought it and the repair cost was steep, plus the price of any parts. My gut was telling me not to spend money because it didn't need to be repaired, I just had to figure out where the problem was. But, I needed some guidance. I looked up videos on the internet, and knew that it wasn't the timing or the motor. To make a long story short, I purchased this book in desperation  while waiting for The Ultimate Serger Answer Guide to come through the library. As has been said before, the Troubleshooting and Maintenance sections of this book are excellent. I read through both of them, and between these two books was able to get my serger up and running again! Thank you Clifford Blodget, you are a lifesaver, well, actually serger saver.
4438450
This is the book contains all the information you need to operate your sewing machine. It helps you along with step by step photos.  Includes clothes for beginners to sew. This book is very easy to follow.  A definate  must for the beginner in sewing.
3509211
Love it!  Was able to use it right out of the box.  I've never had a serger before but the instructions that came with it are clear and I'm confident I'll have no troubles learning.  It was quieter than I expected after reading some online reviews.  I have mine on a solid wood table and that may help.
4964447
An excellent book for beginners and old sewers...Great pictures, compact instructions, includes info not found in many sewing books, like the different fabrics available. I have purchased 3 books and am giving them to young beginners as a quide book for their lessons that they will receive as they enter into the wonderful world of sewing.
I am a sewer of 67 years of experience sewing many different garments, costumes, quilting and home dec. This is my number one reference book for  teaching sewing.
For the price you can not beat it....Share with your friends.
1501891
A good introduction to sewing and explains the parts of a sewing machine.
PROS:
How to thread a bobbin and needle
Sewing terms and different fabric types
Guides to assist in sewing various types of stitches
A few Projects

Cons:
Measurements in projects is in centimeters not inches (not an issue if you are in the UK or know how to convert)
Book looks thicker online so buyer may be disappointed at the number of pages and/or projects
775206
I bought this serger for my wife from her post on the Amazon wish list.  She has been thrilled with it and has learned to use it quickly, though there is a lot more to learn.  As I type she is making PJ's for the grand boys!  The finished seams look like they are professionally done.  Men, if you want to bless your wife and she is desiring a serger, I recommend this one.
1340383
I have owned a serger for many years. This book helped get me started and explained all aspects in great detail. My serger has auto tensions, which is worth the money, but if you don't, this book goes in tremendous detail about threading, tensions, different stitches and effects, threads, differential feed, etc. It is written in an easy to understand format. What one reviewer noted, however is that the pictures are hand drawn in black and white. You should also get a serger book that has color pictures in it to be able to see the stitches better. Other than that, it's a great reference book. If I get stumped, I can quickly find the answer in this book. Serger Secrets is for more experienced serger owners. This book contains far more information than my favorite sewer - Nancy Zieman's book on serging.
1809040
This soft-cover book, Knitters Handbook: A Comprehensive Guide to the Principles and techniques of Handknitting, is the 2007 edition of a book with many reprints and editions because it is an excellent book. This particular edition has 319 thick pages and it has the same cover. Almost all of the pages have black, white, blue and gray graphics, mainly of stitches. There are also photos in muted tones and in color (semi-glossy), spread throughout the book.

The author is Montse Stanley. This book is included in the bibliographies of some of my favorite HK books.

Even though this book isn't specifically for Beginners, they are included in a short subsection on page 10, but this isn't sufficient information to HK. However, when the book formally begins in Part II., the Beginner can start to learn the basics, backed up by a plethora of graphics on each page.

This book has no HK patterns for knitters of any level. However, the book drums up loads of inspiration for those with less experience, and it acts as a nudge to propel knitters of all levels to better their levels of his craft.

This book has 2 pre-Part sections: Introduction and How to Use This Book.

Next, 5 Parts and their sub-Parts follow:
Part One: Basics
a. Stitch Understanding
b. Holding the Work
c. Rows and Rounds
d. Equipment
e. Yarns
f. Aftercare

Part Two: Get Clicking
a. What Is What
b. Casting on and off
c. Knit and Purl
d. Short Rows
e. Slip Stitch
f. Increases and Decreases
g. Special Throws
h. Crossing
I. Raised Patterns
j. All Sorts
k. Colour Knitting
l. Beads and Things
m. Edges and Selvedges
n. Picking up Stitches
o. Slits and Buttonholes
p. Pockets
q. Pleats
r. Hems and Casings

Part Three: Final Touches
a. Making up
b. Darning
c. Blocking
d. Cutting
e. Grafting
f. Seams and Joins
g. Edgings
h. Fastenings
i. Elastic
j. Cloth Additions
k. Cords
l. Wiggle-Woggles
m. Embroidery
n. Miscellaneous Finishes

Part Four: Pattern Instructions
a. Row by Row
b. Charts and Diagrams

Part Five: Help!
a. Mishaps
b. Recycling

There are 2 post-Part sections: Stitch and Row Tables and an 8-page Index.

Buy this book to read the sub-sub-Parts.

*Note: Because this book contains no patterns, a Bibliography would have been a welcome third post-Part section. I would also like to have seen an Abbreviation section, making this a 4th post-Part section.

Beginners can get some extra assistance by watching online videos, joining Yahoo HK Groups, joining Ravelry, joining area HK clubs, and getting a teacher/ mentor to help beginners learn and progress.
This Handbook should be in every HKer's personal library. I keep my copy along with other similar HK books on my coffee table. I also have yarn and needles around them to stimulate me to do new projects.
1664190
Even though the book is out of print and is a bit dated the information is still relevant and is one of the best compilations of various sewing machine attachments and presser feet and how they are used. It also covers basic machine care and adjustment. A must for any sewing affecianado!