How to Add a Zipper Pocket to Any Size Bag

[@amymabbott8738]

I return to this tutorial over and over! Thanks again.

[@sheila003d]

Thank you for this tutorial! I have used it many times in the past month on the Baker Street bag. I hope you get $$ from the number of times I watch your tutorials!

[@D9P323]

I appreciate this tutorial, very clear and thorough!

[@katherinerusche4883]

Thank you so much for a superb tutorial on adding a zipper pocket to any bag. It is so helpful!

[@gloriaspeight7530]

This video is my go too for my zipper pocket construction. Love this. Thanks.

[@SueZeeQue]

Best tutorial I have seen on zipper insertion. Well done.

[@kstear152]

The best zipper installation video I have seen yet!!!! Thank you!

[@palmcoast35]

Agree with all the other comments. Best and easiest zipper installation video by far. I watched many and your video made adding a zipper so easy and simple compare to videos.

[@sarah241987]

thank you for using bright colored fabric!!! Makes it much easier to tell which way the fabric should be facing

[@seemarajderkar3019]

Thanks Sara was this super useful demo. Iam always tensed up when sewing a zipper to a fabric and then fixing the runner onto it, as I have not mastered this technique quite well !! I will try your method now!!

[@paularhodarmer3267]

You did a really good job showing and explaining how put in a zipper pocket. Thanks so much!

[@tashapalmer4176]

so glad I found this video. I have been making Tote bags and really wanted to do a zipper pocket. I've made plenty of bags with zippers but not pockets with zippers. I couldn't work out how to do that. This method looks great. Well explained without going over the same thing too many times.

[@StacyColeGA]

Just added my first interior zipper pocket to a bag that didn’t call for it. Thanks so much for the perfectly clear instructions!

[@thoughtstreamconvos]

OMG!!! I was so scared of the zipper pocket thing. This tutorial is beyond excellent. Thank you so much for explaining and documenting so clearly and thoroughly!

[@StacyColeGA]

This is my ‘go-to’ tutorial for adding a zip pocket. I absolutely love it.

[@CreativeDee]

Thank you so much for this video. It's been a very long time since I have done much sewing where a zip needs to be installed.

[@cazchappy]

Thank you so much for your excellent tutorial. After all my years of sewing I am still not confident with zippers, so have avoided them in my bags. But, your tutorial helps alot, I can work along with it.

[@mrsjane59]

You are a gifted teacher, Sara. Thank you so much. ❤️

[@evies1050]

Thank you for such an excellent tutorial. Especially like the camera angle. I can see exactly how you do it. I learn better with a video than I do with just with pictures.

[@Juliette402]

❤it’s been a while since I’ve done a lining pocket so I wanted a refresher, but now I’m throwing out my whole technique! Great tips, especially for the zipper, thanks so much!

[@lisag5443]

Wonderful! Very easy to understand. Thank you for taking the time to explain it!

[@saramoorhead5491]

I love your tutorials. You are very clear with your instructions. I use 1/8 inch Collins basting tape so that the tape glue never pokes out. Thanks so much for all of your great ideas!

[@rubyred6167]

Wish I could give you 50 likes! Your a wonderful teacher. Thank you. Has helped me alot

[@sharrondarlington555]

Great tutorial!!! I've been sewing on & off for years but just some basic stuff. I'm getting into it more (craft business) & having to learn some new things, which is always welcome. I just finished putting the zipper in (1st time adding a zippered pocket to a lining of a purse) & it turned out great! Ty

[@jleeproductions]

I would like to say a big Thank You 😘. I'm always afraid of sewing zippers!! I have seen a few tutorials but yours makes a deeper pocket. I followed your tutorial today and voila! A zipper pocket made!

[@SuperDevoria]

This is so amazing!!!! I am a full-on beginner, and never knew of WONDER TAPE! You have explained the usage superbly! I feel that now I can tackle a few bags. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@kimsummers9420]

Hi Sara! Thank you for all of your videos. You are such a good teacher. I’m learning so much and you make it fun and easy.

[@diettahitchcock5761]

Thanks so much For such fab tricks that elevate the professional look of my bags!!!

[@katrinahutchins9827]

Thank you so much! I just sewed in my very first zipper pocket and it turned out great.

[@ssmith2141]

Amazing tutorial very clear for a newbie like me . I also tried your method of zipper tabs n sewing each part separates the lining n the outer fabric ty so neat and cute

[@annemcpherson6142]

Thanks Sara this post is so detailed and informative, is a great help for the bag I am sewing at the moment

[@heathermarrow7135]

Love the fabric, love the method of teaching...jus LOVE this! Thank you!

[@reenaroy5922]

Thankyou so much for showing such an easy zipper pocket video

[@TheMs407]

This is so great, thank you!!! Can't wait to watch more of your videos. ❤

[@mary-annz.reynolds7778]

so glad I found this video. the tutorial is thorough. thank you 💕

[@evahudson6128]

I don't know if you''ll answer this question as it's been over 3 years since you posted this video BUT I'm curious as to why you measure down 6 and a quarter inches down. I'm trying to conquer putting a zip in the outside of a bag and yours is the best tutorial so thank you for sharing your wisdom. Eva UK

[@starrdavis285]

Think it's just a different method bringing same results.. it'll be easier to close pocket in my opinion.. still working through the process though.. let you know 😘

[@moniquejones1752]

I think it's for the seam allowance??

[@jiniasyed7652]

Very nice tutorial. Thanks a lot for sharing this with us!!

[@sharbubr2802]

Great tutorial. I like how you put the fold at the top. When I’ve made them before I had the seam at the top and it’s difficult to sew with the zipper so close.

[@quinlewis4537]

This was a very easy to follow tutorial. Thanks for sharing!!! I've got to get that tape.

[@Sewgood58mp]

Thank you. Easy to follow. Great teacher

[@hapaphoto]

Great video, easy to understand….exactly what I was looking for to substitute for a credit card slot insert! Thank you.

[@tiamurphy3894]

Perfect! So well explained! Thank you!

[@amrozes2]

This is fabulous! So easy and works perfectly. Thank you so much!

[@MommaB6623]

This is an awesome tutorial! It is easy to follow and works perfectly.

[@ryanadcock4155]

Awesome video and technique thanks for sharing!!

[@marnat5961]

Great tutorial! I’m so relaxed listening to you and finally your method worked for me ! Thank you!

[@Blue-vq4lk]

Wow!!! Excellent video!!! Thank you! Saved and subscribed.

[@KindaGross]

This video is waaaaay easier to understand than the last big KZbinr I watched. Thanks! Question though - isn't your zipper going to hit the stitch/fabric to stop instead of a zipper stop? Would this not degrade the fabric over time?

[@barbramirez9851]

Thanks for the detailed instructions.

[@sylviakuhrt5795]

Thank you I am new to sewing and this tutorial is awesome. You made it so easy to follow, loved it. Now I am excited to try it.

[@CheleBoxy]

THANK YOU! My inset pockets always looked wonky to me because of the zipper head. Thank you for teaching this technique!

[@hollypetersen4777]

Great tutorial ! Super informative. Well done!

[@suekayknits4284]

wonderful tutorial, you are so talented, and explain everything so clearly

[@marianmcnaughton]

Your videos are perfect! Thanks so much!

[@90OT]

Amazing and clear tutorial👏 .. thank you Sara 🌹

[@lorrainekhan6886]

Excellent tutorial, thank you so much you made it look so easy and now I have tried and it worked out perfectly with your instructions 😄😄 thank you again 🙏🙏

[@julienessa7014]

Awesome instructions! Thank you!

[@christines1924]

Excellent, clear video. can see all

[@izabeau1953]

That looks nice and neatly done. I like this method. Tks for showing so nicely how to do it.....🌹❤️🌹❤️

[@donnahassell387]

Love your instructions!

[@gen2917]

That fabric is to die for!💕

[@quiltstamper5432]

Thank you, you made it look so easy

[@brandirose7689]

Very helpful! Thank you!

[@reese863]

Found this video after trying other methods I've seen. I like this method, but how do you determine what your measurements are? First is 12 inches and you mark at 6 and a quarter then half inch. But then, 20 inches and you mark 10 and a half inches then half inch. Why?

[@Lilyflowers659]

Thank you sweetness, good job, keep going, I love you’re clear and precise explanations 🦉

[@lucyhavrilla8949]

I really love your tutorial. You explained it very clearly, and simply. hank you so much, I'll be sure to subscribe!

[@TheMaggiemay77]

Wonderfully done as usual -- I finally ordered some wonder tape! So much easier than pins when doing this!

[@janetgibson683]

Hello, I am enjoying watching your video just now and I am impressed by your sewing machine and would love to know what make it is would you be aloud to tell us. Thank you once more for the instructions.

[@erdbeere5039]

Hi Sara! I am from Germany, I Love your Videos. Thank you sew much. Lg Silke from Bavaria

[@ceciliahernandez6866]

Thanks Sarah!

[@warialdasue]

Fantastic tutorial. Thankyou 🌷

[@trishaquinn7176]

Lovely clear instructions. Thank you.

[@maggysteyn3056]

Nicely explained ...

[@murielferrari6538]

great tutorial thank you

[@adrianakuzmikova1697]

oh wow those are some HEAVY DUTY scissors :D

[@jeanniescott1557]

Great tutorial. Thanks

[@FicelleProductions]

Excellent tutorial. Love your fabric choices. I also love freedom from the tyranny of the zipper size. Is there a particular iron you recommend? Thanks!

[@bronwyncarr6714]

Sara uses the Singer expert finish.

[@karendsupin1744]

I love the Octopus fabric, where can I buy it, please?

[@andrewvanmarle]

Should the pocket fabric be marked upside down? if you look into the pocket now, the fish will be the wrong way 'round

[@oodles_of_noodles.]

all directional prints will end up half up half down when the are folded like this. If it's something that will bother you you will have to cut the fabric and reattach it so you have both sides going the direction you want. Remember to add about 1 cm to incorporate that change 😊

[@gabriella9941]

Hi Sara. Luv your tutorials and patterns! I’ve come across a project you may have time for in one of your Sewcial Sunday episodes! I’m confident now on how to sew zippers into my totes; but can’t find any tutorials on how to sew a front zipper pocket “diagonally” in a tote/purse pattern? Can you help please! Thank you! 🤗

[@bronwyncarr6714]

Please email [e-mail]. Thanks!

[@gabriella9941]

Bronwyn Carr thank you!

[@MsBflat]

VERY GOOD VIDEO----YOU REALLY EXPLAIN IT VERY WELL---I'M GONNA TRY IT!!! THANKS

[@Kandy8839]

does this method only work for a size 3 zipper? are the measurements the same for size 5 zipper?

[@nancyingram966]

Great tutorial and I love the sound of your machine. It's not the clanging sound of some sewing machines, it's the sound of a quality machine. I'm home. What machine do you use?

[@sylestinescloset]

Fabulous!

[@TracyCooksinAustin]

You should amend to explain how the lining was upside down so the top should be the bottom

[@oodles_of_noodles.]

The lining was always facing the correct way. Do you mean the fabric used for the liner pocket? Any time you fold fabric with a directional print one side will face upand the other down ( remember we are talking the direction the print runs, not the inner or outer sides of the fabric. Because it is just a little zipper pocket being sewn into the lining of the inside of a purse, it would never be noticed enough for it to ever be a problem, but it if is annoying for you you can just cut a little extra fabric ( to allow for the seam allowance and fussy cutting if needed ) and join the 2 pieces together in the direction you want them in before starting the tutorial. Otherwise choose a solid, checkered, polka dotted etc fabric where it will look the same done this way. I hope this helps 😊. This is a really great tutorial but I think it assumes viewers already know how to construct purses, bags, etc and this lesson focused just on putting this little pocket in before you get started on the main construction. 💜

[@jeniferalvarez2914]

I’ve never seen a pocket done this way. I’m new to sewing so maybe that’s why lol. It’s a beautiful pocket! I also really love this fabric! Do you know where you got it? Or who it’s by?

[@bronwyncarr6714]

They are Tokyo Milk fabric :)

[@phylliscampbell2325]

Can you do this on the outside if you’ve used fusible batting on the outside fabric or is batting too thick?

[@Stitchamajig]

What machine are you using...it's so quiet!

[@pamketron]

Great tutorial. Can you show us how you sew a zipper on the top of a bag that has a drop-in lining? This would be so helpful as I’m making my niece a bag and would like to do the zipper this way without having to add side panels to the zipper. Thanks SEW much! Have a great day!

[@pamketron]

Sara Lawson Thank you SEW much Sara. I enjoy your videos. I learn a lot from them. Keep up the great work! Hugs!💝

[@marlenesmithies7234]

Sarah if using different size pockets is there a formula that indicates the place where the zip sits. For example on this one you have placed the line at 10 1/2 inches?

[@polyesterbebe]

Ty so much for the video

[@rattylol]

Which sewing machine are you using? It has a great, smooth, solid sound.......Ah ok I just saw you answered this already, wonder why I never heard of these machines and I live in UK lol. What do you think of it?

[@annarmstrong4292]

I love the cloth you demonstrate and press on. Is it a proprietary brand?

[@kumimacdonald8141]

I was able to add a zipper pocket to a Lesportsac bag. Thank you.

[@avrilriordan4219]

Hi Sara, is this the same way I would add a zipper pocket to the front of a bag e.g I'm making the baker street bag will this method work ?

[@LizMcDon]

Why do you have the seam at the bottom of the pocket insert instead of the top? This would seem to be a weak point when placing items into the zipper pocket. This does not make any sense to me.

[@oodles_of_noodles.]

You can stitch around it twice if you like or use a heavy duty thread but I find that the things that go into the internal pockets are not very heavy anyway. I use this method and have never had the pocket tear.

[@njame2137]

Oops my pocket is inside out fabric wise - so place ""Both Fabrics RST to see pre turning" - silly me! Oh well the interfacing is now the pocket lol

[@starrdavis285]

I have hem tape.. is that okay? Seems to be similar...

[@starrdavis285]

I find that if you have to use pins to hold zipper in place, just remove each as you near them and readjust and the wavy is no longer an issue 🙃

[@4golfing]

rmemb to put th fabric upside down so it is right side up when done

[@oodles_of_noodles.]

It's a directional print that was folded so one side is always going to be upside down when using this method. Because it is just a little zipper pocket being sewn into the lining of the inside of a purse, it would never be noticed enough for it to ever be a problem, but it if is annoying for you you can just cut a little extra fabric to allow for the seam allowance and join the 2 pieces together in the direction you want them in before starting the tutorial. Otherwise choose a solid, checkered, polka dotted etc fabric where it won't matter. 😊

[@Max-vc2rn]

Thank you.