Adding a zippered pocket & recessed zippered closure

In this video you’ll learn how to add a zippered pocket to the lining or outside of your bag from start to finish. You will also learn all the ins and outs of adding recessed zippered closure. Use this video to help you with any of my patterns that have these options such as the Cailey Handbag, Elly Handbag, Lucy Crossbody and many more. You can also use these steps to add either or both of these components to any bag pattern.
This video is not a step by bag making tutorial and will not show you how to complete a bag.
You can find patterns, cork, zippers and more on the website
www.sewmanycreationsny.com

[@MARYPARK-ps8pp]

Thank you for just what needs to be said, best tutorial I have found.

[@theresafield5373]

This is "the" best tutorial I've ever watched to install both the zippered pocket and the recessed zipper. I've used the zippered pocket method many times and it's fantastic. I agree, you are an excellent teacher, without all the fluff!! Thank you so much!

[@wandahoffberg9261]

Thank you. Terrific video tutorial. Best & clearest I have found.

[@janienreeves2813]

The best I've been searching for hours for a tutorial about this and this is the best

[@jackierand4045]

Fantastic tutorial! One of the best if have listened to - no idle chat!!!

[@annemarierisquez-tomasyan4085]

Amazing video. You are a very good instructor. Very helpful and practical video. Thank you for no music, precise wording, great diction. Glad I found your videos.

[@starsickkk]

your steam a seam tape tip changed my life thank you 😭

[@sharonbarker999]

I look forward to more videos! Just a great tutorial. Just what I needed!

[@bccabernet]

Such a fantastic tutorial!!! So easy to understand and clear instructions. I appreciate all of the hints and suggestions along the way. I've subscribed and bookmarked this video!

[@rondaanderson1390]

So professional snd easy to follow. No wasted chit chat!! Thank you!!!

[@maryl9601]

THANK YOU SO MUCH. Your teaching skills are fabulous. Really appreciate it. I have been scared to try this method. I will do it now though. ❤ it

[@cherieseward9868]

Thank you thank you Totally awesome tutorial ❤❤❤

[@ElvieMe]

Thank you so very much for this excellent explanation - I needed to figure out how to add a recessed zipper and NOW I understand it. Thank you!

[@elsie3255]

Oh, my goodness, girlfriend. This was way more than I imagined it to be. Perfection. Detailed. Not overly wordy. You are a great teacher. God bless you and keep you safe. You not only showed us what to do, what not to do and what the pros and cons were. An hour well spent. Will come back to set at your knee.

[@janetburkett3496]

Thank you . The information about the zipper looking upside down was particularly helpful.

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[@karenpeterson5414]

Fantastic instructions, thanks!😊

[@lesleyrichard888]

Thank you very much, wonderful tutorial. You explain details so clearly, and your hints have been very helpful

[@maryannevanoff4464]

This was the best. Thank you!

[@YogaladyToronto]

Superb video! ❤Everything was great; your verbal instructions, the audio quality, the camera angles.WOW! Thank you! My only suggestions; the busy print of the ironing board cover is rather distracting. It would be good/better to demonstrate this using a different colour fabric for the lining.

[@K3M13]

I have learned so much - awesome tutorial!

[@GingerAnderson-zo5wp]

Everything I was going to say has already been said in the comments about this being the best, most instructive, easiest to follow, best use of fusible tape, and easiest method of putting in both kinds of zippers. I have sewn zippers in before but your instructions will help me be more professional and look like I know what I am doing. There is no guesswork with your method. It's just a perfect video and you are amazing!

[@christinehumphreys8410]

Such a wonderful tutorial. I have leaned so much...after years of being somewhat 'nervous' in using zips I now feel confidant to take my sewing to the next level. Thankyou!

[@maryrichardson5841]

This was exactly what I needed to learn how to do this process. Thanks from Canada!

[@maryyorston6628]

Excellent tutorial. No unnecessary chat. Great teacher.😊

[@Jamie-ob9sw]

You are a really good instructor! Thank you!

[@MEC03]

Best explanation using the Butler method yet! Thanks so much.

[@sylviagodoy7376]

You explain this so a 76 year old can follow u Thank u for all the details step by step Great Instructor Sylvia

[@Ione1916]

You are SOOOOOOOOOO good at transferring information. And your voice is so calm it keeps me from freaking. Thank you.

[@SewManyCreations]

This is my favorite comment EVER! Thank you!

[@kfaz3979]

Just WOW! Just discovered you this evening. Your instructions and rationale for doing each step are perfection! Your teaching skills are phenomenal; what most of us hands on / visual learners need. Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. Love how you get down to business and editing out the repetition for each of the four pieces helps things move along. Thanks again. Just subscribed.

[@brendawatkins2626]

This tutorial is just amazing!!! Thank you so very much! 🥰

[@TriersTreasures]

This is the best method I have seen for making the zipper panels for a recessed zipper. No turning of a tube and very accurate. Neat outcome. Love it

[@redbonegirl1757]

WOW, you are such a great and wonderful teacher! I'm so happy I found your channel. I have learned so much!!!

[@desireeross9651]

Excellent tutorial, thank you

[@forsaleonline7949]

This is the clearest explanation I’ve seen yet for these zippered pieces! And now I know what to use my Steam n Seam for in so many different situations! Thank you so much !

[@Aljobritt]

Thank you so much for a GREAT tutorial! Your a Wonderful instructor!!!!

[@njame2137]

Fantastic detailed explanation - thanks

[@sewnice5532]

Omg! I finally get it! Your video is -HANDS DOWN - the absolute BEST on installing the zipper. Thank you, Thank you!

[@SewManyCreations]

Thank you so much!

[@Roxydiane81]

This is a great tutorial. Thanks for the specific details that make it easy to do even without a pattern. My bag turned out fantastic!

[@lauraroberts2250]

Very well taught. Thanks.

[@stitchknit72]

Really good clear instructions. Several useful tips I wouldn't have thought of. Thank you.

[@irairod5160]

You're a FAAAAABULOUS teacher! If I could give 10 stars to this tutorial, I would. Thank you! I will save it with my other sewing videos.

[@colleenschlapp6759]

Absolutely brilliant! I watch a lot of sewing videos, and I have rarely seen one where the instructions were so clear. I am a new subscriber!! Can't wait to watch more videos.

[@camillecimo2806]

My favorite tutorial on recessed zippers. I refer to this every time I put one in! It is just simply the best.

[@SewManyCreations]

Aww thanks so much! 🥰

[@newagecathy]

This is an incredible tutorial. So glad I found your channel!

[@cj-ub7mv]

Very delighted with your step by step tutorial, Jessica !! Im a 76 yr old"learnin to sew again, bag lady,"! Really appreciate your help, it makes sewing so much fun , Im adding an extension to a bag im making today,Thanks Much !!!

[@sulat1407]

Wow! You have no idea how clear and useful your instructions/ tips/ explanation were! Thank you! I now have the confidence to make a zippered pocket. You're right, sometimes we get confused with RS to RS or fold in on RS or WS 😑😑😑. And that often results in many many minutes with the seam ripper. But with this video, everything is explaines clearly and purposefully! Thank you once again. 😍😍

[@SewManyCreations]

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[@genemaddux9343]

Smart zipper trick - thanks!

[@user-hu5ej4ft2m]

This is the first video of So Many Creations I've run into and LOVE IT. Your delivery method is spot on, clear and concise. I appreciate your dedication to detail. I have, of course, just subscribe. Thank you for your video!

[@jeannie7469]

omg - this recessed zipper method is so much crisper than the way I learned.Can’t wait to try it!!!! thank you!

[@lindadavenport5420]

Thank you so much for the great recessed zipper instructions. It was the cutting of the strip off from the top of the bag that I wasn't getting. What I was doing worked but, this is so much easier and a cleaner looking result.

[@SWATHYRG]

By far the BEST zipper tutorial I have ever come across. Learned a lot of new tips for accuracy. Just love it. Thank you.

[@SewManyCreations]

Thank you so much 😊

[@annafetterman3578]

Great video👍

[@hellebaldersbk7155]

This is really a great and very usefull tutorial. Thank you for that.

[@janejohnson1957]

Thank you for your amazing tutorial. I enjoyed it very much, nice to have someone who is clear in her instructions and actually shows you what they are doing step by step. Amazing!

[@monaquilts4679]

I am an old sewist…haven’t put one of these pockets on in many years. Came for a refresher and am not disappointed. Thanks for a great tutorial.

[@marjkocher8417]

I recently wet-felted a purse and decided it needed a lining. I found your website looking for instructions on sewing a zippered pocket. Gosh! I just can't say enough about your instructions. Perfect. By following your Easy to understand instructions, I achieved a first-ever (for me) zippered pocket I am proud of. Thank you. Thank you.

[@valeriebigley8759]

One of the best tutorials I have seen. You are an amazing teacher. Thank you.

[@pattip117]

I have been looking for a tutorial that clearly explained the recessed zipper closure installation, and wasn’t satisfied with any of the explanations until I found yours! Your instructions are clear and concise, your camera angles are perfect, and I love the helpful tips. You are a great teacher! Thank you.

[@heatherwinslade7639]

Fantastic video. Who knew the stitch in the ditch foot, and needle to left would give me a perfect line of stitching, Best finish I've ever had. Thank you

[@stelladowney6891]

Great tutorial - thank you

[@pollynelson4138]

Thank you for sharing your way of doing a zippered pocket and recessed closure. I will follow you for your video's.

[@karenwillder4256]

Wow! A game changer! Wasn’t happy with my recessed zip after following a pattern so found this tutorial. Wish I’d seen it before!

[@joyjurs4462]

Wonderful tutorial

[@faithers84]

Such an AMAZING tutorial!! You are a fantastic teacher & I can't wait to see more!! TYSM!!

[@cindythomas6715]

Loved your video and after sewing together the zipper with the panels I looked at it and said, "Darn, I did it backwards and I have to rip it out!" LOL, then I remembered how you kept saying, "you will think you did it wrong but you didn't." I didn't and you were right. Glad you kept reiterating that! I'll keep watching your video's...well done!

[@SewManyCreations]

Thank you! It is the trickiest part of doing a recessed zipper. And I still go through it to this day whenever I am helping someone sew!

[@sandymader2686]

Excellent instructions!!! You are easy to follow and understand. Thank you!!!!

[@Kellycreator]

Perfect tutorial! I’ve watched a few and this has been the most helpful. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge. 😊

[@patriciastobbart9516]

brilliant tutorial..not just with the pocket or the recess zipper but with the use of the sew in the ditch foot as well..thank you your way is much less fiddly than the way i was shown x

[@Lindyanne622]

Great tutorial, wonderful tips, you’re an excellent instructor

[@myabcpilates8783]

Fantastic video. Instructions were very clear and no waffling Thank you

[@pghphyl]

you truly are one of the best instructors i have ever seen. you def. are in the right profession. thank you.

[@pattikelley4840]

Fantastic! Thank you! I’m saving this video because it is so helpful. You are a very good teacher.

[@gerrybford]

A little late to the party but thank you for an excellent tutorial in a recessed zipper!❤

[@marnieandersen3264]

Great tutorial!!!

[@pamelabreland1917]

You are amazing. I am about to make my very first bag ever. I don't have a pattern so I am going to make one. I have studied the bag that I'm attempting to replicate but was not confident about the construction...until I found your videos. You are a very skilled teacher. I've decided to watch a few more of your videos before I start. I'll let you know how it turns out. And thank you for your videos.

[@rmp9849]

Thank you. Excellent!!

[@lindareda5071]

What a terrific way to do the recessed zipper!! I will use it for my next bag! Thank you so much!! I'm so happy to have found you.

[@claremcgill2490]

I love referring back to this video when I'm making a bag. Your explanation is so easy to understand and actually being shown the right way and the wrong way always gets me beautiful results. Thanks so much. Clare.

[@rickstewart985]

very helpful tutorial! Thanks

[@nikkib1110]

What a great tutorial you are, learnt a tremendous amount and can’t wait to crack on with my bag making today . Thankyou

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[@SewManyCreations]

Thank you very much 😊

[@debbigerard4863]

I just struggled putting a recessed zipper in today following the directions to the letter. I thought there has to be an easier way! Wish I had seen this tutorial, so glad I found you. Thanks for the info.

[@cathymyres6686]

Love your tutorial, this will be my go to way to do recessed zippers from now on. Thank you!!

[@MzTee2U]

Totally newbie to bag making and I’m so happy I stumbled upon your tutorial. Thank you for your amazing and detailed tutorial! Blessings to you!💜

[@kathystempel7989]

So very glad I found your site. Your instructions are wonderful and so easy to follow. I have sewn for a long time and this method is wonderful. I will definitely follow you now that I have found you. Thanks so much.

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Excellent instructional video.

[@deborahcollins5819]

Well! That was a beautiful tutorial! I learned so many great techniques. Wish you were local for me! You are excellent. Following for sure! Thank you so much and please continue making tutorials.

[@ldylibra_thediviner4820]

Thank you so much. Have been stuck on a vogue clutch pattern. Could not understand what the directions were saying, but this tutorial helped lots.

[@pattijacobs1]

Thank you soooo much for sharing this technique! You make everything clear in a concise manner. Love your videos!

[@nkosiakinlabi3135]

Excellent! Thank you!

[@anainmazatlan]

This has been the best tutorial on the placket pocket and recessed zipper yet! Thank you for such a clear, step by step video. I feel confident that I can adapt any bag pattern now. Well done!!

[@bettybutler6407]

I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@lindareda5071]

I truly appreciate this video!! It makes picket and zippers so much easier!! Thank you so much!

[@janiceprice7403]

Awesome instructions

[@geraldineself6017]

You do a fantastic job of explaining all of the how, why, and when in this tutorial. Thank you so very much.

[@MamaBanana]

Amazing tutorial. So so clear. Thank you so much for this & all the pro tips. I customise bags, so don’t have access to sew right sides together, these tips were invaluable! Thank you 😊

[@terimacken464]

The detail in your tutorial was excellent. You have made it easy to follow each step in this process. Thank you for your superb instructions!

[@maryjokruer6127]

This is just the tutorial I needed to watch to insert a recessed zipper in the bag I’m making! I needed to know exact measurements, which was missing from all of the others. Thank you sew much!

[@vwonsleep]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I wanted to do a outside zipper pocket and recessed zipper. Your instructions are on point. Very good instructions. It came out great. I'm new to bag making and this was so helpful.

[@joyjurs4462]

Such great tips! Excellent tutorial.Thank you

[@paulinemclune-glace5179]

You are such a wonderful instructor, you make it so easy for a novice like me,many Blessings.