How to Sew a Zipper In a Seam

[@unicornkaren]

I watched this and paused it every few seconds and followed it through all the way to put a zipper into a skirt I am doing for a project. I have never done a zipper before and this video made it so easy to do. Thanks so much for putting this up here.

[@WendiGratz]

I'm glad it was helpful. :-)

[@janparzybok162]

Finally!! a close-up in focus video. Congratulations! a wonderful explanation of how to easily sew in a zip. I hope you are a teacher. Our schools need people like you.

[@srivatsaa.r.9936]

SEW A ZIPPER IN A SEAM RESPECTED INSTRUCTOR, THANK YOU VERY MUCH. WELL FOCUSSED CAMERA, CLEAR OXFORD ENGLISH, WELL THOUGHT INSTRUCTIONS, SPENT EVERY SPLIT SECOND SO USEFULLY (PERFECT TIME MANAGEMENT), PERSONAL TECHNIQUES DEVELOPED BY OWN EXPERIENCE, ALL THE ABOVE MAKES YR VIDEO WORTH WATCHING AND WORTH IT. YOU ARE A "SUCCESSFUL INSTRUCTOR/TEACHER AND DEMONSTRATOR" Vatsa, INDIA

[@benandneen]

I just sewed in the best zipper I've ever done using this method, it's so easy! I am no longer afraid of sewing zips! Thank you!

[@nellybelly8412]

Hi I am not good at zippers the problem is wen am done it doesn't look evenly stitched either one is wider or smaller than d other n the zip head always gets in d way I don't have a zipper foot I have the regular sewing foot the machine was bought with. do you have any tips to help thank u

[@maholyoke]

I'm a guy who loves to sew, but mostly has covered ATV and motorcycle seats or made cushions for furniture I have built. I have been wary of any zippering.. Your video really helped me today sew a 35" zipper into a cover on a camper bed cushion. Thanks for the help!

[@GooJaya]

Wow. I’ve been self taught sewing for about 13 years (my only sewing class was Home Econonics in 1991!). I always hate putting in zippers because they were tricky and always came out messy. I don’t know why I never looked for a tutorial before today, but this was very eye opening!! Thank you!!

[@ghostguide5382]

You are a saint. I have tried for months to sew a zipper properly and have failed and cried and given up. This video... I made the PERFECT hidden zipper for my swing skirt. I am SO THANKFUL to you. thank you thank you thank you. Keep making videos, you have a new fan!

[@ensjosh6699]

The 3rd video I have watched on how to put in a zip. The first video I have watched that makes it clear what to do, by using good camera work and useful explaining. 10/10

[@jessagrace1908]

This is the best zipper video Ive ever followed. Thank you!

[@WendiGratz]

You are so welcome!

[@crsw7041]

This was amazing! Thank you! No fancy stuff, just the basics for those of us who need to get by.

[@CRogers]

Using masking tape instead of pins is... pure genius! That saves sooo much time, and prevents accidental needle jam and catching. Thanks for the vid!

[@blueberry_lemon]

This method worked great, and your instructions were very easy to follow! Thanks!!

[@rubybush9889]

Thank you so much. This video is by far the best one I've found to learn how to install zippers. And I've watched enough. Now I have finished my granddaughters summer dress. Thanks again.

[@ArtsyBaker24]

This is by far my favorite tutorial for attaching zippers, you explained things really well, and you also explained exactly why you used the techniques you used, which was very helpful. Thank you!

[@tragicfemale]

So helpful! I just installed my first zipper and was so intimated, but your tutorial really made it simple. It's not perfect, but it's functional and I will do better each time. Thanks!

[@AlanisYoung]

This is by far the best zipper tutorial. Your demeanour is so welcoming and calm, yet fun. Wish you could teach me to sew in person!

[@cindyblue4626]

This is the best instructional video for putting in a zipper that I’ve seen. Great job! Thanks for sharing.

[@izabelabenjamin946]

Fantastic idea! I am coming back to sewing after 20+ years and you just made my first zipper sewing experience super easy. Thank you!

[@dawnruhl8405]

It has been a hundred years since I put in a zipper. Thanks for reminding me of how I used to do it. Very clear instructions.

[@JudyBarajas]

Thank you so much for this method. Nowi can sew items that I had steered away from making because of my fear of zippers. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this AWESOME method. Best wishes.

[@tecnetcom]

Very good instructions. A saw like 10 videos regarding zipper installation, but this one is the clearest and best explained, and the easiest too. Using tape is a great idea. Thanks.

[@msluv57]

I have been struggling with zippers for years and watched several videos but you explain it much easier for me to get it finally. I'm going to try it out today. Thanks for sharing. You have a fan in me🤣😄

[@lilybee5269]

This is the easiest method I've found. Now I won't be afraid of patterns with zippers anymore :-)

[@curtriceennis2924]

Thank you so much for explaining how to sew an invisible zipper into a project. I must admit how I've been a bit intimidated by the thought of sewing zippers onto a project in general. But, after watching your method here, I'm not as scared as I once was. I'll be using your advice to sew my very first zipper into a purse lining I'm making for a macrame'ed purse I've made. TY for posting this video.

[@blessedisshegroup]

I cant believe it- it actually looks reasonably simple. The video is very much appreciated-thank you!

[@grammie2129]

Thank you so much for this video. I've been sewing for years and have always struggled with zippers. Your video made the process so simple. I put in a perfect zipper the very first try. I highly recommend that everyone watch your videos for sewing tips. I will no longer dread putting in a zipper!

[@SheIsMrsParker]

Thank you so much....I am new to the sewing world and sewing a zipper has scared me to death. But you made it so simple.

[@marceef5028]

WOW THANK YOU SO MUCH for posting this video. Your technique using masking tape is GENIUS. I finally know a good way to put in a zipper, and it looks so much neater than it has before. Just subscribed, thank you again. Poo poo on the 308 people who downvoted the video, I thought it was great.

[@redd605]

Your video,is really good,i woken up what my parents,learned me,when I was small and forgotten,about and used the sewing machine my parents gave me,for the first time.thanks

[@lizzystitch4842]

Nice, neat zipper application! Wendy, because I seldom sew-in zippers, I refer to your tutorial repeatedly, and it serves me well! Thank you! The masking tape is a great idea! Thank you!

[@FreddyTurner]

Great Idea , I love to see what everyone else is doing .. I been working in the fashion industry for 40-something years I've been sewing for fifty-one years. And it's always amazing to see what other people's ideas are. That's one thing I don't like doing is putting in zippers like that but you have to and you just made it easier use that tape. I'm going to take your idea honey thank you

[@WendiGratz]

I'm glad it was helpful. I don't think I can do a video that covers the things you asked for (filling a bobbin, etc.) because those instructions would be different for different machines. I've used a lot of different machines when I teach classes - and they all have their little quirks. Your best bet for specific instructions would be to find instruction manuals for the machines you have. You can find many online now - even for older machines. Good luck!

[@kaylawhitledge8711]

I'm so jealous of how fast you sew

[@marytabler644]

That's a great zipper application Wendy! Can't wait to try it. I have a skirt I want to do. This technique will make the job much easier.

[@ruffyg5394]

This is by far the easiest and best tutorial on zippers. Thank you so much

[@WendiGratz]

Sorry. I've never actually done that. :-) I don't sew a ton of clothing and I like to stick with fairly simple styles that I can alter easily.

[@cheezandbees6934]

The painter's tape is genius! This was super helpful :) Thank you!

[@teenaray8084]

You are a genius, Wendy! You saved me a ton of time and made my projects look like a professional did them! Thank you!!

[@ranlurogers1]

I have had a fear of sewing zippers since I was a teenager learning to sew. I was inspired to try again after I got my new sewing machine and this tutorial was exactly what I needed. Zipper in and fear alleviated. thank you!

[@kitzifriedman3094]

Handy tip......If you turn the seam ripper upside down, you can run the side with the little red ball down the seam and seam rip without fabric ripping!

[@celcitybp9996]

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[@Thanasis_Koligliatis]

At 6:52 Thank you for the advice

[@Thanasis_Koligliatis]

7:12 I don't recommend ... I ended up cutting the fabric She doesn't seem to know this trick.

[@aurianabaun9827]

This is a remarkably helpful tutorial. Yes the masking tape is frowned upon but I'm definitely using it! I was so scared to sew zippers I have not done my recent home work making a dress from a pattern because there is a zipper involved. Thanks so much!

[@WendiGratz]

I tried a fabric glue stick once and it didn't stick at all. I think I still have it - I'll try ironing it to see if that makes it hold better. Thanks!

[@WikkidAngel503]

Thanks for this tutorial. It's been so long since I put on a zipper and I found this way to be the easiest. The masking tape eliminates pinning. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@sevaphilomin3563]

I have never sewed a zipper before because I was afraid to do so. But after seeing your tutorial I’m confident now. Thank you so much 💕

[@chrisdeecaregiver2]

Loved this video. It was so much easier than the way we learned how to add a zipper in sewing class in Junior High. Thanks for sharing!

[@shannawade3036]

Wendy thanks for the zipper tips. I shy away from patterns with zippers. Not anymore! Easy to follow instructions.

[@ayeshasneddon8516]

This was wonderful. As a total beginner, you made this look and sound so simple. Thank you!

[@ladywolfsiobhan]

Thank you!! Sewing zippers was such a pain, but I didn't think of sewing the seam all the way up, then sewing in the zipper and separating the seams later.

[@WendiGratz]

Give it a try! I was scared of them for a long time and once I tried it I couldn't believe how easy they actually are.

[@sheilagrant2583]

Zippers are one hardest part of sewing clothing this makes it easier will definitely try this way. Thank you. Sewing sin e I was 13 or 14 years old.

[@Wicked_Science]

One of the best zipper tutorials I'v come across. Thank you!

[@flutelaura]

This is actually the BEST and easiest zipper instruction video I have EVER seen! Wendy makes it very simple! Perhaps it is your English that makes it difficult and not her instructions! I can see you don't write English very well and it is possible you do not understand it very well either. I don't mean to be harsh, but your critique seems very unfair.

[@urmymom1]

Thank you. I have been afraid to try zippers. I think now I'll give it a shot. I do have a question I want to make a buttercup style purse. I can use this technique to put in a zipper. I just sew reg stitches before and after the zipper. I was wondering how to get fabric towards the top and bottom of the zipper. This explains it. Going to see more of your videos. Thanks again

[@kalliski]

This is one of the best tutorials I've seen, it helped me soo much! Thank you

[@WendiGratz]

I don't see why not - as long as it's strong enough to keep it from shifting around it should work great. I've never used one - do you have a brand you recommend?

[@icedance4ever]

I "Pinned" this on Pinterest.... I'm just beginning at sewing but you definitely made it seem easier than it sounds, lol I always remember my aunt saying she HATED putting in zippers.... she and my Grandmother used to sew for a living. anyway. Thank you!

[@WendiGratz]

Any masking tape will work. You can use it on fabric that frays, but be SUPER careful when you remove it. Pull in the direction that minimizes fraying.

[@missficklebobby]

Ingenius! thankyou- I have always had trouble getting my zips to look nice and neat like this. I just used the technique in this tutorial and it worked perfectly, though the skirt I was making was cotton velveteen and the masking tape pulled off a little of the fabric on the back which showed through slightly at the front - so just careful folks if you are using a fabric that has a pile like velvet!

[@brinaraim2472]

Best tutorial. Making my first skirt and I messed the zipper up so bad... thank you!

[@siadragonfly3]

The best & easiest to follow zipper tutorial - thanks!!!

[@WendiGratz]

I'm glad it was helpful. :-)

[@quilterstitch]

You are a natural teacher, easy to follow. I wanted to add zippers to some pillow projects, thank you! Love that you used painter's tape! I appreciate that you show why using a 5/8" seam allowance makes sense when sewing in zippers; if too narrow, it would weaken the seam around the zipper. Are you using a Pfaff machine? If so, what model is it? I like the way the little black foot pushes the top along, without a walking foot.

[@ytyler123]

For those of us who have been taught by a professional sewing teacher, we all let out a big gasp when you pulled out the painter's tape instead of the straight pins. When you can't find the tape will you be using glue? I am being facetious but it's because it's a pet peeve of mine seeing people not utilizing the basic tools created for making great garments. To be honest, I have used safety pins, paper clips, and bobby pins when I have run out of straight pins. Now, I will add painter's tape. Keep up the tutorials. :)

[@davisdmnc]

i did not like more than one straight stitch in my zipper and i did not like fabric that the lines are not meeting. you coud get away with the tape but that was all for me.Esther T

[@PekaPi]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! It was simple and concise enough, that I am no longer overwhelmed by trying to sew a zipper!

[@angieangie4419]

Wendy, thank you so much. So informative, you such have a calm voice and the pace of this video was perfect. Thank so very much, by the way your nail are really pretty.

[@ramloganfracic5761]

Thank you Wendy. Very interesting. May God continue to bless you and your channel.

[@WendiGratz]

That's a great idea. I'm crazy in love with the wash away embroidery transfer paper I use - I'll have to look for this product.

[@musiqfiend7]

Thank you SO much for this well done video! I was just gifted a “seasoned” Kenmore Ultra Stitch 8, am new to the sewing world, and have beem wanting to replace a broken zipper on a beloved skirt. This was so clear and easy. Adding to my playlist of favorites, and hoping to get that zipper added. Thank you for your help! 💕 New Subscriber!

[@musiqfiend7]

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[@marietinsley2278]

Thank you! This is the best tutorial for sewing a zipper! Clear and easy instructions :)

[@Damabeauty75]

nice way to sew a zipper. Thanks, by the way love you nail!!! What do you do to keep them long and strong?

[@misalicemae]

Thank you this is the best zip tutorial I have ever watched and I was just about at the end of teather with trying to do this thank you again ❤

[@maltesergr8]

Best zipper tutorial I've found! Thanks for the great instruction & video. I was curious if I could use a water soluble fabric glue stick to hold supper in place for sewing? Beth

[@mandiclark75]

Thank you for a great tutorial! The masking tape trick is brilliant!

[@WendiGratz]

Happy to help. :-)

[@ohaitherr12]

i just started sewing about a month ago and this video helped me a lot! was able to put a zipper on my diy shorts :) so proud :')

[@Shrewify]

Omg thank you you are amazing!! I never learned how to do this properly and have been doing it my own convoluted way for ages. This is a million times easier though.

[@berniegurley9904]

❤ good morningggg😁 thank you for sharing, never knew zippers were so easy to stitch in, thank you very much.

[@rbrighton3507]

This woman is amazing and is very helpful in explaining things

[@WendiGratz]

You can still sew on a zipper with a regular foot - you just can't get as close to the teeth. Try out your machine and see how close you can get. If you can't get as close as you want, you might want to just hand-sew the bit around the zipper. It usually goes pretty fast. Good luck!

[@maryannmachate]

wow... so amazing you can sew the zipper seamso easy....very nice idea...

[@jillpeters741]

Thank you! Very helpful! This is my first zipper and I did it with the help of your video! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

[@adozendeadroses]

I took sewing classes when I was little (6 to 8 years old) and now (I'm 24) I have gotten into cosplay. I make my own patterns or alter patterns and I know the basics, but for some reason, techniques like sewing zippers eludes me. Read the patterns and I swear they are not in English, or I have made my own pattern and therefore have no directions. I really appreciate your clear, concise and complete video. I will definitely use this technique.

[@eyesonmarymahaney1731]

i want to learn to sew and i was looking at a sewing machine at joanns and the lady recomendid one for me. would i be able to change out the foot on the sewing machine to alow me to put on a zipper foot

[@WendiGratz]

I think a lot of people are surprised by how easy it is to use zippers - once they get over the fear and actually try one. I know I was. :-)

[@Revlon10]

Wendy you won the internets with your zipper technique.

[@annmariem3236]

I've been afraid of zippers all my life... you make it so easy! Thank you!!

[@Bananadiva1]

This is a great tutorial. Thanks for the tips Wendi. It's made stitching zips so much easier!

[@BimmerBabe]

this was the most awesome helpful video..after watching this i feel confident i can do it too. i want to make a jumper but i need to be able to get in and out of it. so i want to put the zipper on the side of the top....thanks for your clear explanation on why you did things the way you did. that is most helpful

[@karisofcornwall2389]

Thank you o wise lady for showing us the hidden secrets of the zip...my garments are forever changed...

[@NotMister]

Thank you! I can do this.. I couldn't comprehend the directions on the pattern so this is so helpful. thank you. now we will have a skirt to wear

[@marielabadan7858]

thank you wendi..I now know how to do it. I've been having problems attaching zipper, i find it difficult but now having seen your tutorial, I think I would have a nice finish. Thanks to you.

[@PhntmStudios]

this is by far the easiest way ive seen to sew a zipper. than you!

[@TheTroutDoc]

Thanks for the video....you helped an old fisherman make a fly reel case for his new reel. It is a zipper up model made out of canvas...Good video and thanks again!!

[@gretaobrien7586]

This as amazing! I love the painters tape suggestion. Who would have thought! Really helps on slippery fabric. Thank you Wendy!

[@Sikstik]

Awesome tutorial! I've had to pick out a zipper on my seat cushion project twice. The basting stitch and masking tape is going to make all the difference. I'm coming here first next time I've got a project that requires a bit of sewing.

[@WendiGratz]

You don't often see a zipper and elastic in the same garment. My guess (without seeing the project) is that you'd sew it in like in the video. If there's a separate waistband in the pattern you could attach that after sewing in the zipper - as part of finishing the top raw edge.

[@missafoy1533]

Thanks much Wendi for sharing your great trick. I'm so pleased with how easy it was to learn how to install a zipper.

[@alicewright7602]

You made this look so easy!!! I've been trying to learn it for weeks!!!

[@leilapink26]

Thank you for this tutorial ! This is going to help me finish my top !!! Love the look of an invisible zipper 😊

[@monikat3631]

Thanks!!! looks there is a hope for me - I haven't fiished my skirt yet, got stuck in this zioper thing. This video brings me hope ;) just curious about the mask, any mask tape will work, or should we notice things like brand, etc? Does it also work for fabric which frays? Thanks!

[@SymoneGaur]

Thank you so much i feel like i understand every thing now ... this is the best invisible zipper tutorial i have seen!!!!as soon as a i get my zipper foot i will be sewing zippers in every thing :)

[@jcgrove72]

You made that super easy! And no hand basting!!!! It looks great to!