Tutorial: How to make a zipper tab
Pam from Threading My Way shows how to cover the ends of the zipper with a fabric tab, useful for when you’re making a zip pouch that has the end of the zipper sticking out past the end of the… Read more ...
Tutorial: Double zipper pillow
Instead of tucking a zipper away in a seam or behind a placket, this double zipper pillow makes the zipper part of the design. There are two zippers – one of the front and one on the back. Each is… Read more ...
Tutorial: Zipper pillow cover, plus free Valentine cut files
Emily at Nap Time Creations shows how to make pillow covers with a zip closure on the back. You can make them in any size to fit any pillow form. Give them a Valentine theme with some heat transfer vinyl… Read more ...
Tutorial: How to install an exposed zipper
Sewing patterns typically have you install a zipper so most (if not all) of the zipper is hidden. But zippers are a neat detail, especially when they contrast with the garment fabric, so why hide them? Abby from Sew Much… Read more ...
Tutorial: Simple unlined zipper pouch
LiEr from Ikat Bag has just kicked off her Zip a Bag series, all about making bags with zippers
. The first tutorial keeps things simple, showing how to add a zipper to a simple unlined pouch. A simple zippered… Read more ...
. The first tutorial keeps things simple, showing how to add a zipper to a simple unlined pouch. A simple zippered… Read more ... Tutorial: Easy doll sleeping bag and pillow
See Kate Sew shows how you can make a sleeping bag for a doll. There are no complicated zippers for young hands to manage. Just slide the doll into the sleeping bag and put her to bed. There’s a coordinating… Read more ...
Video tutorial: Bias tape zipper
This bias tape zipper installation is a happy medium between an exposed zipper and a more traditional zipper. The edges of the seams are finished with a contrast bias tape, with the teeth of the zipper peeking through. Professor Pincushion… Read more ...
Tutorial: Easy-to-sew knit pants for baby
Knit baby pants are easy sew and comfortable for baby to wear. Not to mention, easy for quick diaper changes as there are no buttons or zippers to fiddle with. Sara from Made By Sara shares a tutorial at Patchwork… Read more ...
Tutorial: How to install a zipper
Many new sewists shy away from projects that require zippers. But Beth from The Renegade Seamstress wants to help you conquer your zipper fears. She shares a tutorial at eHow showing how to insert a standard zipper.
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Tutorial: Exposed zippers, 2 ways
Pardon me, but your zipper is showing… Zippers used to be kept hidden, tucked behind seam allowance or inserted as invisible zippers. But exposed zippers are all the rage now, with the zippers left exposed where they become interesting design… Read more ...
Tutorial: Tiered skirt from a vintage sheet
Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life made this tiered skirt out of a vintage sheet. The bright floral print on the sheet makes a super cute skirt. The skirt has an elastic casing waist, so no zippers or buttons… Read more ...
Tutorial: Pleated wrap skirt tied in a bow
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to make this beautiful pleated wrap skirt. The short skirt has deep pleats and a waist band tied in a big bow at the side. And because it’s a wrap… Read more ...
How to choose the right kind of zipper for your sewing project
Ever notice all the different kinds of zippers they have at the fabric store? The most common are standard zippers and invisible zippers, but there are also all kinds of specialty zippers. Coats & Clark has published a guide to… Read more ...
Tutorial: Install an invisible zipper with your regular zipper foot
You don’t actually need a special invisible zipper foot to install an invisible zipper. I figured this out after spending a solid hour trying to install the cheap plastic foot on to my sewing machine. Never could get it on… Read more ...
Tutorial: How to install an exposed zipper
Sometimes you want a zipper to be concealed (invisible zipper), but it’s also fun to make your zipper a standout part of the design of a garment. An exposed zipper can do that. Maddie Flanigan shares a tutorial at Bernina’s… Read more ...