Tutorial - How to Make Zipper Tabs

A great way to finish off zippers on the ends of zippered pouches

Tutorial at Threading My Way Blog

"Today's tutorial will show you how I make my zipper tabs, so the finish on the front is neat and even, with no little bits sticking out.... 2" is the right width for a 1" wide zipper. If your zipper is a different width, adjust accordingly. The length of the zipper tab can be as long or as short as you would like. Alter the 3" dimension if you would like the tab shorter or longer.  NB: Set your iron to NO steam, to prevent burning fingers".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Zippered Pouch

Fusible interfacing gives your pouch structure

Tutorial at Schimalto Handmade Blog

"Here is a short tutorial for a zippered pouch with a firm bottom made of faux leather.  Before we start attach the fusable interfacing to the exterior fabrics.  Right sides together, attach one piece of exterior fabric to the faux leather. Be aware that the faux leather will create the bottom of the pouch, just to make sure that your pattern will be placed correctly. As needles might cause ugly holes in the faux leather, I used paper clips. You might also use hair clips or any other kind of clip - just don't pin it".... Read more

Tutorial - Sew a Filigree Zippered Cosmetic Bag

Pretty way to show case the new filigree zippers available

Tutorial at Sewing the Seasons Blog

"Have you seen the gorgeous filigree/lace zippers that are starting to pop up for sale? I loved them immediately but wasn't sure best way to use them. Then Leesa, the amazingly creative force behind  SewBox Subscriptions asked me if I could write a tutorial using the zips as they were included in the February SewBox - this request got me thinking and the result was these pretty yet functional make up/all purpose purses".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Sew a Zipper with Masking Tape

More easily replace a zipper using this tip

Tutorial at Green Issues by Agy Blog

"I'm not very good with repairing zippers or even sewing them but I learned a new technique from a friend at Repair Kopitiam. But let's look at my zip problem. This usually happens after a year or so and occurs when the opening of the zipper head starts to open up thus releasing the teeth".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Fix a Broken Zipper Pull

Fix a broken zipper pull with ribbon

Tutorial at Apple Green Cottage Blog

"What do you do when a zipper pull breaks? Especially with kids clothing, attaching a paper clip or a safety pin does not work as it is not safe (Nor pretty, for that matter).  The solution is simple and involves a single piece of a ribbon.  You'll only need 10 cm of a ..say 5 milimeter wide satin ribbon. You know, the it's-soo-beautiful kind of gift wrapping satin-like ribbon".... Read more

Tutorial - Post-it Note Key Ring or Zipper Pull

Easy back to school project

Tutorial at Make it Easy Crafts Blog

"It’s almost August and pretty soon all the kiddies will be returning to school.  This little post it note is a handy little key ring or maybe even a zipper pull.  Need to jot down a quick note, assignment or phone number?  Just pull a sheet off for a sticky note.  It’s always at hand just when you need it.  It’s easy to make it just a few minutes and you can even personalize the cover depending upon which scrapbook papers you use".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Insert a Zipper

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Tutorial at Valyle By Me Blog

"Today I will show you how to do a pocket with zipper in the window ;) The mark on the left side of the fabric place where the hole pocket will be. The same dash mark on the rectangle. Attach to the left side of the fabric rectangle right side so That the marked lines overlapped. stitched".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Zipper Necklace

She used a variety of colored zippers to make this necklace

Tutorial at Hobby Crafts Blog

"Supplies needed are colored zips, old leather bag piece, glue gun, needle thread, pearls, gold chain links, and eye pins.  Cut the zip in 4 inch length and sew straight line and grab the thread and pull tightly and tie the knot so a circle will form like this".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange - How to Make a Serger Zippered Pouch

Use a nylon coil zipper when using a serger for inserting

Pouch Tutorial at Cherished Needle Creations Blog

"Have you ever considered putting in a zipper with your serger?  This is actually my favorite way to insert a zipper, and I know lots of ways to do so.  Although using a serger to insert a zipper has its limitations, when it’s appropriate to use this technique, it’s amazingly quick and easy to do.  I want to thank K&CSupplies for providing the zipper used in this tutorial.  This pouch uses a handbag zipper, as opposed to a clothing zipper, and you will note the larger, sturdier zipper pull. K&CSupplies blog has a terrific blog post comparing handbag zippers to clothing zippers and explaining the differences. It’s definitely worth a read if you like making pouches, totes, and bags".... Read more

Tutorial Exchange - How to Make an Appliqued Pouch

Tutorial from the latest Tutorial Exchange

Pouch Tutorial at My Life in Snippets Blog

"I won a $15 gift card to K & C Supplies on Etsy to make a project and write up a tutorial using their products.  These are the items I picked- zippers and lobster clasps.  SOOOO EXCITED to make this one!  I love pouches.  Recently I learned how to make zipper pouches.  I like to line them so they're neat and tidy on the inside as well as the outside.  They're totally machine washable.  Names are always good to put on them too.  I also like to add a little clasp that can attach to bags, strollers, backpacks, whatever.  It's handy.  I'm making 7 for Christmas gifts.  Without further ado, here's my lined zipper bag with clasp and appliquéd name".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Set In Zipper

An interior zip pocket for any kind of bag

Zipper Tutorial at Once Upon a Sewing Machine Blog

"I love bags of all kinds. My hubby just shakes his head and does not even comment anymore. I decided to make some tweaks to the new bag and add a flush zippered pocket. I was excited to put this inside my market bag. After I cut all my bag pieces I needed to decide on the size of my pocket. I decided that my finished pocket would be 8 inches by 11 inches finished. This would be large enough to fit keys, wallet and phone. All the essentials".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Shorten a Metal Zipper

Be sure to wear protective goggles

Zipper Tutorial at Solomon Sewing Blog

"In my last post, I didn't think you could shorten a metal zipper. When you shorten a nylon zipper, you are left with teeth, which are fine to sew over, unless they are big chunky ones like in a separating zipper. You certainly don't want to be sewing over metal zipper teeth. Anyway, since the obstacle here is actually just a few zipper teeth, we just need to get rid of the teeth. Oh, and move the little stoppers that stop the zipper head from sliding off your zipper. We don't want that to happen. That might make us jump up and down and swear. A lot".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Zipper Bow

Love the Look of This Bow

Zipper Bow Tutorial at Handmade by Funny Rabbit Blog

"This Zipper Bow is really easy to make and you can add to bags,hats,brooches or use to interior. I am decorating the bookshelf with it. I want to explain how to make it by using the photograph since now and I hope that you share it. I'm sorry if my English make you feel bad -- it is not on purpose. Please understand that there is no offence. I hope strongly that photograph can help you".... Read more