While we’re on the topic of installing various types of zippers, I thought this would be a great time to give some extra tips, hints, pointers and “did you know” information about zippers. You may already be aware of some of these little tidbits, but hopefully you’ll see something that you didn’t already know, or […]
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How To Sew A “Lapped” Zipper
Lapped zippers are typically used for skirts and slacks where the zippers are on the side or center back. They are not difficult to make when you use the following step by step instructions. Sew the garment seam to the point where the zipper will be inserted (A). Press open the seam allowance […]
How To Install The “Centered” Zipper
SEWING THE “CENTERED” ZIPPER Sew the garment seam to the point where the zipper will be inserted (A). Baste the remaining seam allowance where the zipper will be inserted. Press the seam allowance open (B). Place the garment wrong side up (C). With the zipper open and the correct side of the zipper […]
Tips For Using Zippers
We’ve just begun on the series of “zipper” posts, but I realized that before you can really dig into working with zippers I need to throw out a few handy dandy pointers on working with zippers. Some of these tidbits may be items you already use and are familiar with, but perhaps there will be […]
Zippers And How To Install Them
Basically, there are three types of zippers – conventional, separating, and invisible. Conventional zippers are closed at one end and sewn into a seam that is closed to the zipper placket. Separating zippers are open at both ends and are sewn into a seam that will open completely. The invisible zipper is constructed so […]