Zipper Talk - the difference between #3 and #5 zips

[@msinkovec8115]

Love the common sense ! I started using #3 zippers because it was all I had. Now I love all the variety in the # 5’s.

[@SewHungryHippie]

Yes- use whatcha got!

[@janetmartin7719]

I love your approach to bag making. Not getting caught up in the little details. I like you, gravitate to size 5 zippers. I think the zippers and the pulls really add to the design of the bag.

[@SewHungryHippie]

Me too, I love #5 zippers! They add some heft and interest to the look.

[@shellydicey9454]

Thanks for the demo. Your advice is much appreciated. I love your outlook on life so much. I agree, mistakes are just an opportunity to learn.

[@SewHungryHippie]

Thanks for watching!

[@pamstrong8709]

Watched the replay and loved it! Thanks Natalie for the very useful information and the positive reinforcement.

[@SewHungryHippie]

So glad!

[@mimiwalker7895]

Thanks for all the positive vibes,Natalie! ❤

[@SewHungryHippie]

Always!

[@hanlinc1]

I don't know how, I missed this video! But it came at a perfect time when I needed answers to match colors to available zippers to fabric. Thank you so much, you are my go to for answering questions!❤

[@SewHungryHippie]

You're welcome! So glad it was helpful!

[@mimiwalker7895]

Watching replay!

[@SewHungryHippie]

Hi Pam!

[@mgrahamsews]

Love that you're representing Canada! 😉🥰❤

[@SewHungryHippie]

I love our neighbors in Canada!

[@nataliebusby8864]

Just really needed to hear this!! Breath!!😊

[@SewHungryHippie]

Awesome!

[@DawnnellR]

Loved the beginning today!!

[@SewHungryHippie]

Thank you!

[@pamelahennessey1860]

Hope you’re all feeling better

[@SewHungryHippie]

Thanks so much, we are!

[@tamarakarlin2758]

Catching the replay. I always learn something new with these, thank you! I love your positivity & genuine joy in all things sewing! ❤

[@SewHungryHippie]

Thank you so much!

[@carriebuck5707]

Thanks for a very good reminder to just sew!

[@SewHungryHippie]

You bet!

[@stephiepeterson]

I appreciate your attitude so much. It fits with mine and my vibe. Thank you for validating me. 😂 have a good one. Peace, love, and sewing.

[@SewHungryHippie]

Peace, Love, Sewing!!! Thanks for watching!

[@cindydriedger7797]

My goodness - love your style and yes let’s all Take a deep breath and not listen to the sewing police LOL OMG AND you’re Canadian !?! Love it … 🇨🇦

[@dorothymccann2812]

Love your attitude and encouragement to all. I really enjoy tips of the trade. Just watch one of your videos about tacking the corners of the bag and had a project I tried it on. Perfect . Going to use this on all bags from now on.

[@SewHungryHippie]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@roxywood5278]

Natalie, you are AMAZING ! Thank you for explaining these things... appreciate you... :)

[@SewHungryHippie]

You're so welcome!

[@oddlyuncommon3535]

Thank you for another great tutorial!

[@SewHungryHippie]

Thanks so much! I'm happy you liked it!

[@heleneikerenkotter2950]

I so love your philosophy when it comes to sewing . I was making bags before there was any bag hardware and wide tape zippers. Oh how I hated having to use those narrow tape clothing zippers. Your zippers are absolutely eye knockers. 😘

[@SewHungryHippie]

I remember using those zippers too!! LOL Thank you for watching!

[@Ann_K_525]

I so agree! I have learned more by just trying something and making mistakes.🌸

[@SewHungryHippie]

Exactly!

[@barbaracollins7401]

Thanks 😊 😊

[@SewHungryHippie]

Thank YOU! 😊

[@susangustke5662]

Thank you, I need to br more free will thinking like you!. Im an over thinker!

[@SewHungryHippie]

Free yourself from perfection!

[@lynnray8096]

I have discovered that some patterns from other vendors will tell you to cut the unit to a specific size after sewing in the zipper, which I found works well if you use #5 instead of the required #4.5. But for any other bag I've made, the size has not made a difference at all.

[@SewHungryHippie]

Yes!!

[@veronicabenavidez1833]

Love my SVC ❤

[@SewHungryHippie]

That's awesome to hear!

[@gloucestercromar4748]

Great advice !

[@SewHungryHippie]

Glad you think so!

[@Michelew368]

Thanks so much for your advice. I over analyze way too much. I'm going to try doing it your way. Takes me way too long. Just going to push through and do it. Wish me luck!!!! Thanks.

[@SewHungryHippie]

You can do it! Stop listening to that voice in your head that makes you doubt yourself. YOU CAN DO THIS!

[@mimiwalker7895]

Good tutorial! Thanks

[@SewHungryHippie]

You're welcome!

[@janiskelly3907]

How to make a tote with handles and a zipper on the top with out a gusset so zip is across the very top with an overhanging separating zip Thank you

[@SewHungryHippie]

I wish we could, but we're out of material.

[@kathilapp1595]

❤Did you make your jacket? Love it!

[@SewHungryHippie]

I did!

[@trudemountain]

This is Karen from Claremore, Oklahoma, hello !

[@SewHungryHippie]

Hello Karen!

[@barbaragatison2100]

¿¿¿ Love the white jacket. Did you make it and do you have a pattern and class for it ¿¿¿

[@SewHungryHippie]

I did make it, it was a McCalls pattern - I'll try to find it!! :D

[@barbaragatison2100]

@@SewHungryHippie thanks that would be awesome.

[@CloudyWishes]

Can we use either end of the zip when attaching the zipper pull?

[@SewHungryHippie]

Yes, but sometimes one end is easier than the other -- just try it.

[@rosalindhb]

For beginners does is the 3 or 5 better?

[@SewHungryHippie]

I think the #5 is easier, that's why I use it more often. :D