How To: Sewing a Facing (with invisible zipper)

Learn how to introduce a facing onto the neckline of a garment with the addition of a invisible zipper at the centre back. Hopefully you will learn some new tips and techniques to improve your sewing.
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[@smee.dotti305]

Great tutorial, and refreshing that you didn't have music in the background. Well done, I loved it.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you that's very kind. I always worry about whether people want music or not, but I feel that I am hear to teach and it would be off-putting. So thank you for your kind feedback. Aneka

[@oemalya6011]

I agreeee with this sooooo refreshing, and caming!! Thank you very much.

[@lynnbooker1109]

Wonderfully clear instructions! Thank you. I will come back to you for my tutorials as I'm learning how to sew properly.

[@dianemerrett3774]

I DID enjoy the tutorial. Everything was SO clear, both in what you were saying and what you were doing. I'll definitely be back. 😊

[@anneadekoya9943]

You are a great teacher and I've been watching your videos and I must confess, you are really good at what you do. Thumbs up.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Anne. This means a lot. Aneka x

[@johannebrunner6477]

Straight forward, no distractions, no fluff....thorough. She is my online instructor of choice.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you 💖

[@lian7217]

thank u for being the answer to my sewing difficulty! l was about to lose hope!!!mOre power to your channel! 💜☺️

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Lian. Glad I could help.

[@miriambobb7419]

This sample helps me tremendously

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased it's helpful.

[@LattieLayaha]

HI I am currently working on a dress for a client and your video was very helpful , I followed step by step and my garment came out great. Thank you so much for this video.

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sarahhartmann1203]

I have just found your channel when Googling how to sew this kind of facing. What a fantastic video! It's made everything so clear, so much better than the pattern instructions which had me very confused.

[@100Lesemaus100]

Exactly what I was searching for! Perfect! Thank you!!!

[@mimikoye9018]

Please how do I like this video a zillion times?❤️ You are indeed Made To Sew! Your tutorial is on point and extremely timely for me. Thank you sooooo...sew 😁 much and God bless.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Mimi, you are very kind xx

[@jean2852]

I still come back to your channel every time I start a new garment as an advanced beginner seamstress. Thank you

[@janenedhalai929]

beautiful and effective teacher

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Janene, thank you very much. Aneka

[@grimeldasnodpocket]

Excellent tutorial. Clearly and logically explained. I was a bit dubious about watching a 30 minute video just about facing but I think it was a good length to cover everything.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much. I find it really hard to work out what length people want; based on what they already know. Thanks for the feedback.

[@yasa.4422]

This, as well as your other tutorials, are so satisfying to watch! Each time I watch one I don't want it to end. Your explanations are so detailed and clear, and I've learnt so much as a result. A BIG thank you...xxx

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Yas, you are too kind. Thank you for taking the time to write such a lovely message. I am so pleased that you like my tutorials and the way I explain things. Thank you so much and good luck with your sewing. Aneka x

[@sabethpyaso1537]

💯%i like it!

[@moniquedespins3574]

I have been sewing for about a year now and I love it! Thank you for your tutorials! I have recommended you to so many new sewers.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Monique, thank you so much for your lovely words. I am so pleased you like my tutorials. Thank you :-)) and thank you SO much for recommending me. Aneka x

[@fireseedmusic]

Fantastic. Got my facing on, & it looks fab! Could not figure it out with only the pattern instructions, & they skipped a lot of the fine tuning steps too I now realize. I am sooo appreciative that you made this video!!!

[@MadetoSew]

I'm really pleased that it helped and you have a fab result.

[@lian7217]

thank you for the thorough explanation!

[@MadetoSew]

Pleasure

[@colin101981]

An outstanding tutorial, thank you so much.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you

[@sheilaandmickiknit7958]

I can't even find the words to tell you how much you have helped me! My facing lined up perfectly with my zip and I learned the CORRECT way to do this. Thank you so, so much!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Sheila Gaetzke I am just so pleased I could help! Thank you for your lovely words. And well done! Aneka x

[@phyllisgordon6577]

This is absolutely a professional and thorough tutorial.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. Aneka

[@Tina06019]

Aneka, the instruction in your videos is very good. I like the fact that you teach the slow, "classical" construction techniques. Like many sewists, I have developed my own construction sequences, such as sewing the sleeves into the armscyes before sewing the bodice side seams and underarm sleeve seams all in one go. But it is very helpful to review these classic techniques, because some more "fiddley" garments do come together better with the classic techniques. A few years ago, I gave away a sewing book which was all about sewing garments faster (pinless sewing, etc.). While someone else might benefit from these "fast" techniques (I understand that these are the techniques used in mass-market ready-to-wear), for me the book might as well have been titled "How to Waste Your Fabric and Time."

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Tina, lovely to hear this! I am really pleased you like my videos. I also insert sleeves into a garment flat and will always do this in knit garment, shirts, or garments where the sleeve doesn't have a very high sleeve cap. But there are times as you mention where a blot on sleeve is a must! Glad I can help you re-visit things. Aneka x

[@ralucaleahu1085]

This is really really easy to understand, thank you for such a wonderfull way to explain and to show this. The voice, the rythm, the words are just perfect so I can get it easly and nicely, I almost lose myself watching and I remember why I like sewing so much and why I started to do this. It s a real pleasure to watch you, many thanks for your work🌻💖😘

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you SO much Raluca, such lovely feedback. Thank you.

[@elisabe2210]

Having the top side by side is genius!! such a great tip!

[@MadetoSew]

Glad I could help.

[@tabassumiman5531]

As salaamu alaykum Aneka! You are the Best sewing teacher! Thank you so much for these generous and perfect instructions and instructional videos. Everything you do is wonderful for the student. With you as my teacher, I feel like I can sew with confidence. I love the fact that you give the stable and correct foundations so that we can have a solid learning to rely on. Also I am grateful that you speak very clearly and precisely. Thank You!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you for your kind, kind words. They are very much appreciated. So pleased you like my tutorials. Aneka

[@mauimedows]

Best video ever ! I watched many videos on the subject and yours is the most clear and well explained of all. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise on such profesional and detailed manner.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Patricia, really pleased you liked it. Aneka x

[@TotalityGirl]

I love how clearly you describe things

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, I'm pleased it's helpful.

[@bevmcmullen8758]

I’m soooo impressed with your tutorial. You totally know what you’re about and you communicate your skills clearly and succinctly. Thank you very much.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much for your lovely words Bev. I am so pleased that you like my tutorials and style of teaching. Huge thank you. Aneka x

[@silkelana927]

Very good tutorial, thanks for sharing!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@elsagonzalez363]

Just enjoyed this video. I am bilingual, the word interlining is exactly what we say in Spanish lol, in USA they called it underlining. Loved hearing you say interlining. Your advise to use silk thread and needles was appreciated here. I have a silk fabric which has sat scaring me for over a year.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Elsa, thank you for your lovely words. Great to hear that the words is in the same in Spanish too!! :-)). Thank you and good luck with your silk. Aneka x

[@carolrobbins581]

Excellent tutorial

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Carol. I'm pleased that you have found it informative.

[@nadiaelfeel482]

This video fulfilall what I need to know about facing ❤

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Nadia.

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Very clear and well done. Thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Dannie.

[@oluebubechideraokafor8554]

Thank you for this tutorial. It is quite detailed and beginner friendly. I'll definitely be looking out for more videos from you. Thanks again

[@MadetoSew]

Glad I could help. Thank you.

[@karenr3708]

Thank you very much, this tutorial made everything very clear on attaching a facing, I have been struggling with teaching myself from a book . Thanks again, Karen

[@MadetoSew]

I am so pleased I could help Karen. :-))

[@brendashoemaker1719]

Thank you, best how to video for invisible zipper install, thank you very much!!!!

[@F-J.]

Fantastic video. Thank you.

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks Felicity.

[@poojaagarwal9466]

Your tutorials are very understandable and you don't miss any point that is very rare in most tutorials so thank you so much. I've tried your way of inserting facing and it turns out so so much good. Very Helpful. Keep it up. 👍 I want to learn more from you. ☺

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much for your lovely words. Aneka x

[@ckim5134]

I like how you do everything with perfection. That is how I like to sew

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you! 🥰

[@joycechaleeurope9075]

I dont know what to say , but I enjoy your teachings , thank you so much , greetings from Norway

[@MadetoSew]

Hello, thank you for writing a comment. Really kind of you. Thank you so much for your kind words, so pleased you like my tutorials. Aneka

[@chengyuehtsai7132]

This is super detailed oriented and well explained and well filmed. Thank you!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@harrietFTW]

You are amazing! Glad I found this channel!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much Harriet.

[@uchechiursula9348]

I have been having issues with neckline finishing. Thank you so much for this tutorial. God bless you

[@MadetoSew]

Glad I could help.

[@jerilynnsaint-onge557]

Your tutorial is the best I have viewed, you're a wonderful teacher I enjoyed listening to you, thank you so much. I love it when I learn something and understand it so completely. I will make sure to follow you on KZbin for more tutorials. Blessings to you!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much for your lovely thoughts. I am so pleased that you like the tutorial and found that you learned from it. Thank you. Aneka

[@kathywandelmaier1162]

Excellent tutorial with very clear instructions

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Kathy.

[@MsWill8158]

Thank you for this detailed tutorial. The instructions were very clear and easy to understand.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you :-))

[@cathy1574]

I'm impressed by your attentions to details, and your tutorial is clear and nice, and very enjoyable, thank you so much.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you very much. x

[@kimhandy1861]

You're an excellent teacher!! Thank you so much for this detailed tutorial. I've learned so much. 💕

[@MadetoSew]

You are so welcome!

[@chanaberger6776]

I love your tutorial. You are an amazing teacher.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Ana.

[@jeanwoolley958]

Thank you. Great explanation. Xx

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Jean. xx

[@esmecocks3218]

Extremely good tutorial...thank you Essy

[@SUPERSLIDE123]

Thank you for such a great vid!!!

[@MadetoSew]

Glad it was helpful. Aneka x

[@latinillusion00]

I love your tutorials they are super helpful. I wanted to suggest may be using different coluor thread to see what is going on, for example the stay stitch on the neck I barely caught it and just because you mentioned it. Thank you so much for sharing with us!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Alice, yes I agree with you and will try and do that in the future. Thank you for the feedback. Aneka x

[@Beshie950]

Excellent tutorial! I learned so much more than I thought I already knew.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Beth, really pleased you enjoyed it. Aneka

[@KawaiiKarina]

Wow. I wish I should have found you when I was in university. I did a lot of sewing and I always was so confused with my teacher . But now tht I graduated I found you and I am practicing on my own. Your amazing

[@MadetoSew]

Bless you Karina, you are so kind. I am sorry that you university lecturer wasn't very clear, but super pleased that you have found my tutorials useful and easy to understand. Good luck practising on your own and glad I can help :-)). Aneka x

[@mariaocegueda8540]

This is a very helpful video. Thank you 🙏 for making my sewing easy.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Maria. Aneka x

[@nanawamala1439]

Thank you for this very helpful tutorial. God bless you

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@Aurora-uh9nk]

Absolutely BRILLIANT as per usual . You definitely know yr work plus u are a GREAT and beautiful teacher ! U have made me get out my machine after 15 yrs of not sewing .From this video I realized half a dozen mistakes I used to do hence the terrible finish 🤣Tomorrow I plan to do such a facing Thanks to yr tips and techniques I am sure this time I will have a much better finish ! Thank you so much x NB can u pls add to yr list a video on overlocking . The threads to use, what sort of overlock stitch should be utilized on different areas on garment and on certain kinds of fabrics. Any tips and techniques. Pls .

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Sonia, thank you so much for your kind words. Really, really pleased you like the tutorial. Thank you. Wishing you all the best with your facing and yes of course I can do a video on overlocking! Aneka x

[@liviamaftei6190]

Such attention to detail! Eey step is thoroughly explained - thank you!

[@MadetoSew]

Really pleased you enjoyed it Livia. Thank you for your lovely words. Aneka

[@somy_designs]

Thanks sweetie ! I love the way u are working and explained😍😍

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased that you like it. Thank you. Aneka x

[@CallMeMrRook]

TOO MANY best practises i need to take a note of. And who says we can't learn from history (this being uploaded in 2017)

[@MadetoSew]

Yay! Very pleased it helped.

[@PiecesOfJenus]

Awesome work!

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks a lot!

[@nenagravil]

This is EXACTLY the tutorial I needed for sewing the facing onto the jumper I'm making (and I found it by accident, I'm so glad I clicked on the suggestion!) Thank you so much.

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased I could help! Aneka x

[@EncoderFashion]

Thanks for sharing with us. The video is clear and it’s easy to follow 😍💕👌

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@anssaez]

Thank you so much for this! I was fighting with the facing of my first ever dress following a pattern that required lining, but the fabric was so think i wanted to change the lining for a facing. Also, your voice is so calm and relaxing! ❤️

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much Ana, that is so nice to hear. Just so pleased I could help you. Aneka x

[@FranVGConstantine]

thank you for your valuable and detailed instruction, as a beginner I am learning so much!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Fran, really pleased I could help. Aneka

[@maureencullen1008]

Brilliant,really clear explanation.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Maureen, so pleased I could help. Aneka x

[@torianoalonzo]

Awesome thank you so much the directions on my current project is so vague.

[@MadetoSew]

Really pleased I could help. Good luck. Aneka x

[@shikinsaerah]

The best ever tutorial.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much x

[@hagarmagdi688]

best sewing channel ever..

[@MadetoSew]

Bless you, you are so kind. Thank you. Aneka x

[@hebseebawilliams7781]

wonderfully explained Thanku so much....

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, pleased I could help. Aneka

[@MsGorobin]

Love this! Just what I needed. Thanks for sharing💕💕💕

[@MadetoSew]

So glad I could help you. 🙏🥰

[@centuti]

Right technique 👍

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you :-)). Aneka x

[@frenchprovincial9602]

Thank you. It was explained really well.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@1957val]

I love your tutorials. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise! Subscribed.

[@MadetoSew]

Thanks so much. Aneka x

[@glorijifytouch9969]

U are indeed good. Thanks

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you Gloria!

[@merel603]

Hi! I've been watching all of your facing tutorials, and they're all amazing. You don't leave any detail unexplained. I was just wondering how to insert a facing to a dress that has a keyhole detail in the back, which closes with a hook and eye. Great job!

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Merel, the facing would probably go around the keyhole? Or you can finish the keyhole with binding instead? I can try and do a class on this. Aneka x

[@hajra3610]

Excellent tutorial very informative. Love Ur channel

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you!

[@kendrapemberton7866]

Great tutorial, but if you do not mind I would like to add an alternative, in regards to securing the facing to any seams (in this case it was the shoulder seams). Instead of hand sewing it or tacking it, you can stitch in the ditch of the shoulder seams, thus the stitch would not be seen. So, the facing remain flat, secure and safely intact. This is how I was taught. Just a suggestion.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Kendra, thank you so much for your kind words. The technique you mention is actually what I personally do. I think I show this in the Copen tutorial? I think I didn't do it here because the sleeves were already attached which makes it harder to grab enough of the seam allowance at the shoulders. However I really appreciate that you mentioned this. Thank you :-))

[@ParisianStreets]

Hello, your videos are well-explained, thanks! Could you please do a round bag tutorial? Because i'm having trouble with lining the zipper properly. Tips & Tricks here would be highly appreciated. Thanks in advance!!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you for your lovely words. So pleased you like my tutorials. Thank you. I will add this to my filming list it's a great idea. In the meantime feel free to drop me an email ([e-mail]) and I will try to help. Aneka x

[@papalwin3265]

Thank you

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you!

[@jeninebelen38]

You are really amazing! btw, please have tutorials regarding pattern making! Thank you!! looking forward for another tutorial.

[@MadetoSew]

Oh thank you. You are too kind! I am so pleased to like my tutorials - stay tuned for some pattern cutting vids asap. Aneka x

[@tapenisataufoou5265]

Very neat

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you

[@Ajoojojo]

This helps a lot!!! Thanks!!

[@MadetoSew]

So pleased.

[@paulasilva6536]

Thanks a lot for this wonderful tutorial 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, glad you liked it. Aneka x

[@ezinnadonatus266]

Hi really am impressed when I stumble your page. It helped me I 've to tell you. Pls could you show facing on another zipper say lap zipper, thanks

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you very much. Of course. I will plan something.

[@ezinnadonatus266]

Thanks

[@lifeasitis3324]

I am so impressed by the neatness of your work!

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Mariiam, thank you for your lovely, kind words. I am really pleased you enjoyed the tutorial and it helped you. Thank you and good luck with your sewing. Aneka :-))

[@summermcleish7407]

Can you do a video showing how to insert a lapped zipper with facing as with this one. So far this is an excellent video. Please and thank you.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, I'm pleased you have found it helpful. Thank you for the suggestion, I will add it to the list for future videos.

[@derekattp]

I am a big fan of your channel and followed your tutorials in my journey of learning how to sew. Do you have a similar tutorial bu the invisible zipper is installed at the side seam with a n armhole facing? Thanks for your sharing...

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Derek, I don't, but I need to. I will add it to my list. Aneka

[@derekattp]

@@MadetoSew I shall look forward to it...I can totally appreciate the care to details and finish that you seem to focus on. Cheers!

[@MadetoSew]

@@derekattp Thanks Derek.

[@yazminrojas6351]

Awesome tutorial, thank you! You tackled every question I had on the facing issue.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you so much Yazmin. Really pleased you enjoyed it. Aneka x

[@brancaleitecastro3467]

Perfect

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@Beeboo1903]

Looking forward to see your pattern!

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you, that's very kind! Aneka x

[@ADDY8130]

Genial, gracias.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you. x

[@edidiongeffiong6455]

Wao! Thank you.

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@emmaleeann76]

Best sewing tutorials! So thorough. I wonder if I can put the zip in after an all in one facing for a sleeveless dress or top? I am trying to avoid the contortionist sewing tricks involved (sewing shoulder seam after facing) that putting in the zip first would require. If I don't finish the back seam I can sew the all in one facing and pull the back sections through the shoulders to the front. Hope you understand my question.

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Emma, thank you for your lovely message. Yes you can complete the facing and then add the zip into the garment. I have a new tutorial coming next week that will show a neat way and professional finishing for sewing the top of the zipper, this might help too. Aneka x

[@wildomar1987]

Great Tutorial, thank you for sharing

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you x

[@ChomyChioma-dj7xt]

This helpful thanks

[@mhaussienh9107]

Thank you ,you are the best

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you.

[@janellelimqueco6500]

Best instructor in KZbin!! your videos have really helped me a lot! just a question: what if we are sewing collars? won't it be very bulky with the facing?

[@MadetoSew]

Hi Janelle, you are too kind! Thank you for your lovely words. If you are attaching a collar to the neckline of a garment then you probably won't need to have a facing too. The collar will probably finish the seam allowances (inside the collar). But this does all depend on the design of the collar and garment. But most of the time you won't have a facing with a collar. I hope that makes sense? Aneka x

[@janellelimqueco6500]

Made To Sew yes makes sense! if you could do a tutorial on collars and button holes (button up shirt), that would be lovely!! :)

[@MadetoSew]

Yes I do have plans to film a full shirt this year so stay tuned! :-)) x

[@janellelimqueco6500]

Yayyyy

[@Elizabeth-kz6dq]

Thankyou ..for this tutorial

[@MadetoSew]

Thank you x