How to create a separating zipper from continuous zipper tape

Learn how to create a separating zipper from continuous zipper tape for use in jackets, coats and the like.
They are fairly easy to make, they just take a little bit of practice but it’s so worth it! There are so many fun zippers and zipper pulls you can use.
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[@robbiesperry5492]

How perfect! I wanted to be able to separate a back cushion for my camper. After watching your video, I knew what I needed to order & do! Thank you so much! I will mention, I chose to leave the little cord. I figured that would keep it stronger & help prevent it from pulling off sideways. I then had to apply the little bits by sliding on at the ends. Worked perfectly.

[@dorothyoneill9677]

Thank you so much! I wish I had found your lesson before I tried making a zipper on my own. You've answered all of my questions. Now I just need to practice. Thanks again!

[@sewandtellaustralia]

My pleasure. I'm glad it helped!! Practice practice practice. I still have ones that don't work every now and then

[@jackie_tee]

I never leave comments on videos, but I can't thank you enough for this one! I've never worked with zippers before, and this was EXACTLY what I needed. great video.

[@sewandtellaustralia]

Yay, I'm so glad it was helpful! This was one of my first ever videos. I have got cleaner as times gone on haha

[@lauracrebbin8507]

Thanks so much Megan- was so helpful being able to follow the process and pause as needed ☺️

[@sewandtellaustralia]

My pleasure

[@celestialkat]

This was fabulous and just what I needed! I'm in Australia so I'm excited to check out those retailers that you mentioned!! Thank you!!

[@sewandtellaustralia]

You are so welcome!

[@2848Adriana]

Hi Megan, Just found your channel, great video on the zippers, this was very helpful, I didn't even know that you could make your own open ended zipper, so I am very grateful for this video, TF, Cheers Anna.

[@sewandtellaustralia]

My pleasure Anna. Hopefully you have made many zipper takes now!

[@christiehanrahan9904]

This has been incredibly helpful... after my first 3 failed attempts

[@StarvingEmma]

Love, love, looove your video! Found exactly what I was searching for so long :) Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@sewandtellaustralia]

I'm so glad that you found it helpful! I am slowly adding more content, just takes time with 2 little ones :)

[@nicolinaninja]

Thank you! So much help. I did the process at the same time as you in the video my second time watching and it was so simple!

[@sewandtellaustralia]

Thats great, I'm so glad it helped!

[@lindahaney3966]

Thank you for the awesome video , thanks for sharing💕

[@sewandtellaustralia]

My pleasure

[@krislinley1613]

Great vid. Very helpful

[@cgailejenkins273]

Thank you for this great video, I think you have made the best one. Do you have a tutorial for installing the pin and stop box on #10 YKK Molded tooth continuous zipper? I understand the process would be almost the same, but lining up the teeth seems a little different. I have zippers on enclosures that do not separate to remove and I am working on installing the pin and stop box.

[@samanthathomas5239]

Following

[@lucycollins9471]

Brilliant! So so helpful

[@izzysan4013]

Thank you so much this really helped me out

[@sthefanyd9486]

Omg it took me weeks to find just the right video tysm

[@sewandtellaustralia]

I'm so glad its helping! I also found it really hard to find a video when I was looking, which is a big reason I made this one 🎉

[@sthefanyd9486]

@@sewandtellaustralia just subscribed 🫡

[@sewandtellaustralia]

@@sthefanyd9486 thank you so much!

[@TheRabbittHutchSews]

This was so helpful, thank you!

[@aeliana_asb350]

THANKYOU FINALLY IVE FOUND A VIDEO

[@heatherpurdy3666]

Thanks great info

[@sewandtellaustralia]

No problem!

[@tamiohara5363]

Thank You - Thank You - Thank You!!!

[@ctkenyon56]

Great tutorial! Thank you!

[@sewandtellaustralia]

You’re so welcome ☺️

[@Fdiana101]

Great video thanks

[@user-rw5ky6tp9d]

I've tried this but I'm struggle with combining both sides of zipper tape. In my case, the puller never let me do this. The pin side stuck way before the teeth gets in. Each side slides well alone though. It may seem like the size of the puller matters, but it worked well before the reformation. Do you have any idea that I can do to make it work? Thanks for sharing your work of creativity by the way.

[@jencl3863]

THANK YOU x a MILLION.

[@gballsout]

so superglue will hold the box part? I didn't see you fasten it with the pliers.

[@tdodo3026]

Thank you so much for the tutorial. Can you also teach this in metal zipper please? Thanks

[@barbaran9003]

Great tutorial and the method is easy to follow. Can you please link your where you get your supplies from?

[@sewandtellaustralia]

Hello! Apologies for the long delay in replying. I have now updated the suppliers in the video comments.

[@venesseroakes2258]

Awesome video. I'm struggling to get the box stop and slider in Australia. I need it in a larger size and for molded plastic zippers. If anyone knows where these can be purchased from in different sizes I'd much appreciate links.

[@jessiehassler1236]

Try the gel super glue

[@muffincheeks95]

Hi I can not find any of the box stop pins can you link a site please

[@huntercook6605]

How's the durability of the glue? It seems like with repeated zipping the pieces would come off. Thinking about doing this for a sleeping bag but the super glue gives me pause...

[@PorcelainCactus]

I thought the same. I used super glue once and one wash was all it took to fall apart. If you want something washable and hard wearing you can try Aleen's OK To Wash, glue. Not sure how well it works with metal though.

[@sewandtellaustralia]

Every now and then I have them fall off, but it's usually if I haven't let it set properly. Otherwise they have been really good.

[@nm-ds7pc]

do you have a supplier that has #3 zipper box pin sets? the link you posted only has #5 :(

[@sewandtellaustralia]

No I don't sorry. If you find one, let me know cause I would be interested!

[@CullysCrafts]

Thank you!! Can I ask, can this also be done on a invisible/concealed continuous zip?

[@sewandtellaustralia]

hmmm, I'm not sure sorry I"ve never tried and haven't seen any supplies for invisible.

[@CullysCrafts]

@@sewandtellaustralia thanks for replying, I've decided to go for a normal zip now😀

[@indiaharvey-beckinsale8958]

Hi, love this, where did you get the rainbow zip from ? 😊

[@sewandtellaustralia]

Hi! I get a lot of my rainbow zipper tape from dreamy bag hardware and a passion for vinyl Australia. I hope that helps

[@m96920]

Νιce but this type of ziper cost no more than 2 maybe 3 euros? If you have to repair one, you can spend less time to change it, right?

[@abetterworldcomicsandgames1765]

I'm wanting to add a box stop and pin (exactly what was shown in this video) to make a long separating zip that has to be an exact length. I can't buy the length of zip that I require (I have hunted all over the internet and in stores) so this video is wonderful for me. I'm making a clothing item that zips around at the hip/waist to join the top and bottom pieces together so the length of the zip has to be exact, a roll of zipper tape allows me get the exact length I'll need but I have to add the box stop and pin to that tape myself.

[@skaur6271]

which brand of clothes glue you are using? Can you please add a description of these? I wasted lot of money on waste glues from Amazon

[@sewandtellaustralia]

I just used a normal super glue.

[@PorcelainCactus]

If I might add. I have found that Super Glue with washing, let's go. If you want a washable glue for clothing and fabric I suggest Aleen's OK To Wash glue. Stuff NEVER comes out.