Fly front zipper. You can do this. Step by step tutorial.

I finally found my preferred way to do this and have valued the process of discovering how I LOVE to insert a fly front zipper. Why not share?
This can be applied to any pattern, pant or skirt.
The shield and fly extension length can be modified to suit the length of your zipper. I like both pattern pieces to have the same length and be at least 3/8”(1cm) longer than the zipper stop.
About the top stitching: It is a personal preference and my option is to not go overboard. Enough to make the construction work and to make it sturdy and functional. Not overboard to highlight that anatomic area!
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[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

If you enjoy my work and it provides value for your own sewing, consider supporting my channel. Thank you :) PATREON: for ongoing monthly support you receive rewards, exclusive posts, videos and full sew alongs from me www.patreon.com/liftingpinsandneedles KO-FI: a one off “coffee” will support ongoing cost of sewing supplies ko-fi.com/liftingpinsandneedles

[@yi-wentan7755]

This is The Best zipper tutorial. I managed to sew a zip successfully just by following your instructions. Many thanks!

[@carol_igbokwe713]

Thank you so much for this tutorial very neat work. I am impressed by all your work.

[@juliesmacrobioticcooking9444]

Really appreciate your video. Your teaching is so clear. thank you for encouraging people to innovate like you.

[@marykathryn9679]

I need to thank you! I made my first pair of wide leg denim pants. I followed the instructions on the pattern to the best of my ability but it was a disaster! I have ripped and redid the zipper twice and couldn’t get it to work. Your instruction were the best I have found. I have finally succeeded! Thank you so much! I have since used your newer method using a grown on fly! Again, your instruction are the best! Going forward, I will always use this method! I can not thank you enough!

[@djdj-sr8dy]

thank you soooo much , the most useful and clearly explanation video for a fly zipper. I am a new at sewing ,I need to learn a lot. please keep you tutorial videos coming, thanks a million time.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m so glad it was helpful. These are techniques that when done over and over become easier and easier :)

[@sewsista2894]

Don't worry about what the critics will say. I learn something every time I watch your videos. As previously stated you rock...😎😎. Those that aspires to learn takes instruction that has been proven to work. This zipper instillation is perfect, and the finish is very neat.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much for your encouragement.

[@oldtimerlee8820]

Please let me add my thank you, as well. Somewhat complicated and tedious job, yet your instructions are quite clear and easy to follow. Thumbs up on your presentation. Appreciated.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you. I tried to show it in the simplest and easiest way. Once this is done many times in a short period, it’s no longer complicated 😊

[@eleanor.shadow]

I've got a pattern but it doesn't explain things to my satisfaction. You just helped illustrate it much better. Thanks!

[@0TempsPerdu1]

If I could like this video every time I use it to sew a fly, you would have over a dozen likes just from me. Thank you!

[@hazelkinvig-paul8231]

You are a natural born teacher Karina! I love how you not only explain HOW to do something, but WHY you do it! That suits me because I always like to know WHY something is done, because that way I retain the information better! As always, TFS. 👍😘

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I hope you try this one day :)

[@oneilanelson9231]

I enjoy your videos, thanks so much. I also love your voice and accent, so beautiful. I also love when you say the word 'there', it sounds like your saying 'they'

[@alexandrawellington8028]

Nice technique, and very clear instructions!!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you like it. This is how I sew mine, no matter what the instructions say 😄

[@alexandrawellington8028]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles I am going to use this method and keep your video as reference.

[@fredtoledo2607]

Looks simple and easy. Very nice and clearky explained. Thanks. A big help for me as a beginner. More power.

[@abbyng5332]

fantastic job. You are so meticulous.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Yeah, I am. It’s how I like to do it and it makes me happy 😊

[@t.emanuela2826]

Grazie 🤩 mille per questo tutorial…ho potuto cucire una zip in modo perfetto 👌🏻 I tuoi video sono sempre graditi☺️Greetings and happy sewing Karina!!

[@SewManyFabrics]

You just took 50% of the stress off my shoulders. The other 50% is the fitting process. Can you come to my house please 🙏 Brilliant tutorial 👏👏👏

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I would LOVE to go to your house. I’d also love to teach someone to sew in person 😊. Have fun with it.

[@henrikmikkelsen6472]

Good

[@trinahirris5039]

Pupil block p 9

[@paulinewhite1896]

Going to watch it several more times to get it in my brain

[@PotiaGraphy]

Your tutorial easy to follow... Keep it up

[@jorjaprice2190]

Thanks Karina for sharing this tutorial! You are the best!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you for watching :)

[@patriciabennett7866]

This was by far the best tutorial for a fly front zipper that I've ever seen! Thank you for sharing your techniques! As always, superb 😊

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you! This is the simplest way I could come up with.

[@rebeccaestrada744]

I am so glad you shared your technique and explained why. Very lovely

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you. I’m super happy sewing all the zippers :)

[@agathemeherio2258]

Brilliant! Thank you for this very clear step-by-step!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Your welcome :)

[@Bonbon53539]

Ok! I’m going to try this method for my current project of cargo shorts for my husband.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

All the best. I do them all like this, no matter the instructions, as long as the seam allowance is 5/8”, it’s all good 😀

[@chrispaddock4809]

Wow that’s a fab way for inserting zippers. I am now not frightened of Fly’s. Lol Thank you Karina again for an awesome Tutorial xxx

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks! Give it a go :)

[@brendalindsay5419]

You put the zipper in alot like I do also, I have replaced so many ready made jeans zipper threw the years of sewing and it's basically how they are replaced too. Love your videos, always something a little different I learn.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much :)

[@martina3048]

That is very close to the way I learned to sew the fly zippers also. I love your videos!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much

[@beckytheobsessedstitcher1170]

Karina what a fantastic tutorial! Very very clear and beautifully done!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@rahayusudin8473]

Perfect tutorial ! Will make this vlog as my zipper fly technique reference . Thank you so much for sharing Karina! 😘

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad it’s useful.

[@rahayusudin8473]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles 😍😘

[@marietjieneervoort1154]

Love your technique. Thank you for sharing

[@NagraneeChanna]

This was immensely helpful. I haven't attempted a serious pant yet but I think I'll follow your way of inserting the fly front zipper. You've made it simple and given me the confidence to attempt one. Thank you so much for creating this video!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad it’s going to be useful. Thanks for watching.

[@sandyheller5438]

Excellent tutorial. Thank you so much. I’m making slacks and I really needed this. 💕💕

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

With slacks you can ease down the top stitching :) the single row on the left leg piece after attaching the fly extension can by bypassed :)

[@sandyheller5438]

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[@sandyheller5438]

Thank You.

[@kennethstensrud669]

So far the best zipper tutorial I have come across on youtube. Thank you.

[@myralorraine]

Very professional looking zipper installation! Thanks for sharing your process,

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

😊 thank you. I really enjoy zippers this way, specially because i never clip into seam allowances (that freaks me out 😂).

[@tinahadrill3060]

Thank you so much, Karina. I tackled my first ever pair of jeans (Quadra - for hubby) and used this tutorial for the zip insertion. Invaluable! You held my hand all the way through and took away the fear for me. Very much appreciated. xx

[@AnchovieFeet]

Thank you so much for this! You're so well spoken and I felt calm as I followed your instructions :'D

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I’m glad the video helped you 😃

[@connienash3666]

Karina, I know this video was posted 3yrs ago, but I just sewed in my first fly front zipper on a skirt following your method and it's perfect! Thank you so much!

[@laurajones4088]

Thanks for sharing your preferred method for inserting a fly front zipper in this excellent tutorial, Karina. Mine is very similar, but I plan to use a few of your techniques the next time I insert a fly front zipper.😊

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

There’s little tweaks here and there that make me comfortable.... like not clipping into seam allowances.... thanks for watching

[@carol_igbokwe713]

Thanks for this tutorial you made it so easy and beautiful

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad it helped :)

[@sagepreaumx9903]

I look at fly zippers and seem to put them in okay but I can't say I could do it without a sample nor do I truly understand how it's done. So simple but such a good idea to place the zipper tab above the top seam so it's not in the way! Great tutorial. Thanks.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I find that with these types of techniques, the more you do them the easier it gets. I’ve been privileging this over side zippers lately :)

[@pamalverson6554]

Love this zipper insertion.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@jcesarnyc8115]

You are so good!

[@ronamccluskie3605]

great tutorial I just love the way you make everything look so easy.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Hopefully this helps break the fear a little 😊

[@queenretiadivalicious8356]

Thank you, for sharing this technique!!! i appreciate you!!! You're Awesome!!!

[@cynthiahitchcock3633]

Wow love the way you explain everything , thank you for all your tutorials and the effort you put into making all this films, really appreciate it.❤️

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊. I love sharing what I know and making it accessible :)

[@1314paulinha1]

Thanks for sharing your way on sewing fly. Love the tutorial 👍👍👍

[@PsychicKathleen]

Another super helpful tutorial video Karina! Thank you! It's so nice to have it in video format!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I tried to show it as clearly as possible :) thank you for watching.

[@phomolomolaoa6219]

Wow thank you so much, I have been struggling for weeks and this has made it so easy to follow.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

You’re very welcome and I’m glad it helped :)

[@kathywilliams1050]

Very nice technique! After trying several ways according to different patterns, I chose one that worked best for me which is much like yours. Then I used it for cutting out and marking the zipper feature of all the many pairs of trousers I made. One thing I did was to make a card stock template of the pieces with holes punched along marked lines for making guide marks, either taylor tacks or dots with a marker. This has taken the guesswork and stress out of many projects for me. Thanks for so much inspiration--I look forward to your videos. I shall have to try your method on my next pants--it looks very professional.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I find that I’m always adapting to the different zippers I have available. I always have zipper issues. Hence, the shield and fly extension vary in length. ThNk you for watching and maybe there’s a step you like. What made me search for different ways is how queasy clipping into seam allowances make me. This way never has you do that and it makes me more comfortable:)

[@StitchesSeams]

Very helpful information, thank for sharing. It came out perfectly!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thanks! I’m truly happy with this method.

[@teresacasteel6106]

Wow. Now maybe I can get one. In right

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

All the best!

[@doowopshopgal]

We all have our own way of doing things. You have been sewing for many many years and it works for you so I think you have bragging rights. That zipper is Store quality or maybe better. Thanks for sharing.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much!

[@janetlaske36]

So helpful.....Thank you so much.

[@SewNaturalDane]

FANTASTIC job Karina! You know I'm loving that bias tape😍. Like you, I've seen a variety of techniques and will use a mash up of what I've seen, including using your video. Thanks for sharing.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

The funny thing is that we can’t explain why we prefer one way or the other 😂. Moody sewists lol. I’m happy I found the way that I like after experimenting it all. What makes me queasy is having to clip into seam allowances. Lots of methods have you do that. This one doesn’t 😊. Thanks for watching 🤗.

[@brendaeves3236]

Thank you so so much for doing this tutorial- I have followed your steps and my first fly zipper has turned out perfectly! ❤️

[@fantasypaintco]

You rock I follow all things u do

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you :)

[@carylwainscott9345]

I've been working on getting a good fit in woven pants with muslins and will use your technique the fly for my first real pair. I recently started watching your videos and enjoy seeing the processes you've gone through to choose your techniques, styles, fitting, etc. Thank you so much for sharing !

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m glad you find the content practical. All the best with your journey.

[@rosebrad9116]

Thanks so much. Wow just what I needed 😊

[@robincrean]

WELL DONE!!! Thank you. ☺

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Your very welcome :)

[@tracyfornera7932]

Thank you for sharing

[@sadtapioca8726]

This was perfect and amazing I was so afraid before you lol. Thanks

[@janicek6399]

Good morning, that was very clear and you ended up with a perfect fly front. 😀 FYI, I looked at my women's jeans RTW and the fly front is on the left. Since I only have one pair I can't look at different brands, but now I'll have to check it out in stores LOL I don't think I should look at people's zip fronts in public. Just the idea goes me giggles. I haven't made little boys jeans in years so don't remember and I've never made my husband shorts or pants with a fly front.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

All my jeans have been on the left. Ever since I can remember. Lately people complain about that and about the size of pockets being too small in women’s wear. Frankly, there are more important things to worry about during my days 😊.

[@joyegbule7280]

Thank u🎉

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

This will be my next sewing adventure - I have never attempted to attach a fly front zipper.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Just go for it. It’s super satisfying to achieve this :)

[@gerarddavid4207]

Good very good

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Thank you so much 😊

[@harbansk2187]

Nice

[@snyyng]

Very impressive results! I was always getting a little pucker but sewing the crotch seam after attaching the guard, as you do, has eliminated that issue. Thanks! A question about putting the zipper pull above its final resting point. You said you could always trim a little off the top. Do you have to pull out the metal teeth that go above the waist seam line? And would this work with a nylon zipper? I’ve tried finding where someone has shortened a nylon zipper from the top but haven’t found one.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I don’t pull out any teeth. I could but I don’t. I’m just careful when I sew the waistband to get the needle between the teeth.

[@faresamr7060]

روعه ❤️

[@joselinahuber523]

Hi Karina Thanks for sharing. Your fly front zipper tutorial is awesome. BTW, pelo que li vc fala Portuguese? And, work in the medical profession?Temos pelo menos duas coisas em comum. Following you have been great( even if late comment) Obrigado por compartilhar.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Falo sim! Eu moro no Brazil. Agora estou de férias em Chile (sou Chilena). Estou trabalhando na uti neontal. Obrigada pelo assistir meu canal 🤗.

[@AnchovieFeet]

I'm altering some rtw pants and I'm at the part where I need to sew the fly back on. I'm so confused by the process though :'v

[@seamsuneven7824]

Hello, I think you are to hard on yourself in the beginning of the video! You said you are self taught but you are AMAZING!!! Most people are watching these videos are watching to learn, so they shouldn't judge your way of doing something!!! I appreciate the people like yourself that put out this educational content! I have a few questions if you wouldn't mind answering? Were you using a special thread, if so what kind? I didn't see what you ended up doing with your zipper tab. Did you just pull it down and cut off the extra part that was hanging off, and finish the end somehow? Thank you again!

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

Zipper tab: I trim it and pull out the excess teeth with pliers. Then I put the waistband over and it’s enclosed and safe. That’s it. Thanks for watching 😊.

[@najumuj]

😘

[@f420a8]

so right side's seam allowance is 1.5cm? and left's 1cm?

[@rosebrad9116]

What type off foot is that you’re using looks so simple. Thank

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

For edgestitching it’s a blind hem presser foot with the needle to the left.

[@rosebrad9116]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Thanks so much 🙏

[@joyegbule7280]

How many inch of the fly and shield did you cut?measurement inches please

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’m using a pattern here. I’m not going to give measurements of patterns (copyright). This is about the way to sew the zipper.