Use a piece of fabric that has been quilted and then cut it up to make placemats and add a contrasting fabric with different serger techniques. Create other projects with this combo, such as tote bags, clothing items and other craft ideas. Here are some great serger techniques to share with you. See how easy it is to make gathered fabric strips using a cover stitch, inserting zippers without the tab, great looking pleats and more! By Barbara Goldkorn.