Top Tip Tuesdays - How I Insert Invisible Zippers

Hi everyone, I'm back this week with how I insert invisible zippers, I know there are many methods but this works for me.
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[@helenwood6166]

We love your teaching style Rachel because you don’t preach, just teach which we are so grateful for ,thank you

[@geraldineblackwelder7785]

You are my new favorite sewing teacher! I have been watching invisible zip videos all day, and finally after watching yours, I believe I can do it!

[@joyjackman6017]

It’s as simple as that?!!! Now I know! Thank you Rachel 🐾🐾

[@marilynsheppard8321]

Brilliantly explained Rachel. Everyone should be able to do perfect zips following your tutorial. I love the fact you used an ordinary zipper foot. ❤

[@Silver_Threads_Sewing]

Excellent tutorial. You made it seem as though I can do it…following your instructions I will do it.❤

[@whatbecsews]

Ok so I have huge issues with this and have watched most tutorials, this is by far the easiest and simplest ones to follow… I will be practicing this weekend watching this a few more times I’m sure 😊 x

[@moniquegroom2353]

BRILLIANT!!! I love adding different techniques to my repertoire!

[@tracyrowen945]

Love this demo Rach. I thought I did a pretty good invisible zip, but with this technique I believe it will look even better 🎉 ✅👍❤

[@bronwenb1372]

Wonderful! This video is so very clear, you explain it and execute it so neatly. My invisible zips could be a bit neater, so I’ll do it your way next time, Thank You ❤

[@albertaoconnor3346]

Thanks for sharing. Like how you showed how to align the waistline with the zipper. Love your great ideas.

[@mandylinn1750]

Most excellent instructions. Dare I mention fly zips? That would be a good one as I think it's the bit that puts most off making garments with them.

[@reneelang5714]

Wonderful tutorial! Thank you for your efforts and sharing your knowledge with us. 😊

[@honestlyimadeit]

Thank you for that tutorial I found it really helpful, zippers and buttonholes are two things I struggle with but you made it look so easy.

[@nanahelensews]

This is a brilliant explanation of Sewing in an invisible zip. I avoid putting in zips as they always go in wrong. Will save this and give it another go. Thank you

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Brilliant tutorial. As always! 😊

[@ruthlanwarne8978]

Great tutorial and just watched it again today having got in a mess with my zip insertion. Many thanks😊

[@marionmathews9852]

WOW! Amazing! Such perfection. I haven’t tackled zips yet, but when I do, I’ll be following this excellent tutorial.

[@tracyrowen945]

Could you give tips on a Mited Corner Rach 🤔💚

[@StitchedUp]

Yep it’s coming up x

[@sewagnes6706]

Great to see how you do this Rachel. Really helpful 👏😻

[@sandrasaunders3416]

I watch all your videos. These top tips are the best thing ever!!!! Great idea! xx

[@angelalysandrou4830]

I’ve always loved putting invisible zips in, have never basted before but will give this a try next time, video was really helpful thank you x

[@elaine58100]

This is just the best I've seen on youtube. You have covered everything, especially the finishing of the bottom of the zip. This bit I always struggle with, particularly getting a nice finish like you have done. All done without a concealed zip foot too 👍👍

[@StitchedUp]

This is incredible feedback thank you so much x

[@josie8909]

Beautifully demonstrated and explained! Great tip for lining up the centre of the zip. I have just subscribed. Thanks Rachel .❤

[@dialuario514]

Rachel, that was an excellent tutorial! Thank you so much. ❤

[@barbarabevan6198]

Best and clearest tutorial on this subject! Thank you

[@angelabessant4532]

Thankyou for a fab tutorial Rachel. More confident in doing one now. Xx

[@gingerninja_sews]

Fab tutorial. Now ill be singing madonna get into the groove when i so an invisible zip 😊 looking forward to next Tuesdays episode x

[@suzannepentney-tighe466]

Thank you so much for this fantastic tutorial. I can't wait to insert my next invisible zip!!

[@majvorfonseca7941]

Thank you so much Rachel! Brilliant tip again. 👍🏼👏🏻

[@prdsjfamily396]

Hi I was so impressed with your dress last time wow that was so nice thank you for sharing

[@katiegasson6259]

wow such clear instructions, thank you so much, wish me luck, Im going to dive right in now, following your instructions 🙂

[@suethomas402]

Brilliant,. Excellent close-ups and really well explained. I would highly recommend this top tip video. A++ Thank you so much.

[@juliehall3987]

Another great top tip Tuesday loved it 🙌

[@lesleyjones5455]

Thank you for this tutorial. Love the way you teach the different methods. If you can go over the Lois dress neck line that would be fab

[@ElleGrayTea]

Just added a beautiful invisible zipper to my garment thanks to your very clear directions!❤

[@caronlever2019]

Fabulous explanation Rachel Brilliant x❤

[@sharonmaclusky1179]

Wow you made that look so easy! I'm going to try this now as I really mucked mine up. Thank you

[@marywallace5248]

Thank you Rachel, especially the tip for getting the zip aligned with the waistband on both sides. Brilliant tutorial. I use a concealed zipper foot but you are right, you don’t need one. I do think a concealed zip is far easier than a regular zip and folk should not be afraid!

[@sharoncrawford6450]

Perfect!!! Thank you so much. You demonstrated this technique very clearly. Even though I’ve been sewing for many many years I learned something new today! I never based my zipper in before which I will be doing from now on. I’m looking forward to learning how you do your techniques! 👗🪡🧵🥰

[@catherinepritchard489]

I’m going to a zip workshop this afternoon. I hope they make it look as easy as you do. I’ve saved this video just in case! Thank you

[@sallydingle321]

Spot on Rachel 👌😁💖😘

[@HelenA-dw6wm]

Another fantastic tutorial. So clear. You make it look so easy. You are a great teacher. Thank you Rachel ❤

[@glorywipfli781]

Great tutorial! Thanks Rachel. ❤

[@jeanjones-u5q]

Wow that was so clear,i will be watching again when i come to insert one,thank you Rachel.🤩

[@suella5370]

Thanks Rachel, that was really useful, very well explained and very clear to see what was happening.

[@joycedykes5364]

Brilliant Rachel. Love your videos.

[@juliewilde663]

Great teaching! Very clear instructions. I will follow this when I put in invisible zippers.

[@debbiebrooker824]

Love this. Any tips on invisible zips gratefully accepted. They are my sewing nightmare 😢

[@susanjenningsjones]

Thank you so much for your top tips/tutorials. Great timing as my next project is using an invisible zip.

[@jeanettedemosthenous2685]

Marvellous video - thanks Rachel. Making matching bias tape and also applying it to necklines and armholes please.

[@TravellingTorunn]

Thank you for this brilliant video. Very well explained 🎉😊 Subscribed 😊

[@carolfuller2941]

Thank you Rachel great tip 👏🏻👏🏻

[@Sew_Learning]

Thank you so much Rachel! This is a game changer for me 🥰 Sending best wishes from Down Under 💖💐🌸🌺🇦🇺😎

[@carolbibby3089]

Rachel, you clear instructions, choice of fabric and colours make learning a new technique doable.😊

[@debbiebrannam8252]

Thank you so much for a fantastic tutorial ❤

[@traciesperrin7548]

Great tutorial, thanks. We'll demonstrated and explained. Would love a tutorial on inserting normal zips. Also a tutorial on finishing seams. 🪡

[@clareobrien538]

Thanks for that and the nails are lovely

[@jankerslake5813]

Great demonstration - clear, easy to see and easy to follow. I’ve just followed along and have a neat end result. Thank you 👍

[@jolsrose9603]

Thank you for giving me the confidence to do this now.

[@carolbailey7990]

Thank you so much - have always struggled with invisible zips, so much so I avoided doing them but today I have successfully put in a 22" zip in a toile for my Mother-of -the-Bride outfit for which I've bought the most beautiful gold and purple brocade. Now I won't be worried about ruining it and running out of fabric! So well explained and easy to follow

[@lorrainewhiting1267]

Fabulous Rachel thanks for that 🙂

[@hazelsandford1888]

You make it look so easy thank you for sharing

[@colettelee3391]

Brilliant Rachel ,I some how end up with a pucker or a gap at the base of my zip 👍thank you hopefully I be able to do a perfect zip now

[@katie-1836]

One thing I would add at the beginning... after ironing zipper tape don't close zipper until after basting 1st side and ready to pin to 2nd side. It will just curl those edges back up.

[@annscott4031]

Brilliant. Thanks Rachel.

[@sheilaayre4629]

Thank you for the tutorial I have always been frightened of invisible zips but not now thank you.

[@caylarivera2804]

Thanks so much for this, i have never understood how to do this properly. Very clearly explained!

[@alisonkemp1671]

Fabulous ThNk you Rachel 😊

[@shellyscott8275]

Another superb tutorial Rachel. Once again, really clearly and simply explained. My invisible zip insertion can be a bit hit and miss but your method is so straightforward. I think it’s an absolute winner. Thank you Rachel 😊 x

[@estellegreef4263]

Thank you so much Rachel.

[@KarenHowatt]

Can you do a video on lining up buttons please 😍

[@DavidParry-j3h]

I would love to see a tutorial for inserting sleeves, especially set-in sleeves. Love the invisible zip instructions, it is just great. SewAnne

[@loramcclamrock5549]

sew a line of stitching along the top of the sleeve for easing. sew the sleeve to the bodice front and back. press open your seam. THEN stitch the sides of the bodice together. Much easier to match the sleeve to the bodice. Just take care to match the ends of the seam between the bodice and the sleeve. So much faster and a better result.

[@marygreen8056]

Perfect timing for me to find this as I will be inserting an invisible zip in a pantsuit for my GD. Great tutorial. Thanks.

[@louiseroberts9553]

Brilliant top tip Tuesday. You explain it so well. Thank you 😊

[@margaretwilson6427]

brilliant tutorial, keep them coming x

[@joellendeluca7683]

Zippedidoda perfection!🤩

[@StitchedUp]

🤣🤣🤣🤣I love that!

[@hannahcoleman2940]

Thank you, great demo ☘️

[@thegreenpincushion510]

What a great tutorial! You’re an amazing instructor and I now feel I can finally insert an invisible zipper. Thanks so much !

[@angelamcgovern1525]

Best tutorial I have watched on hidden zippers, thank you xx

[@susanallison5101]

Amazing Rachael. Thyankyou.xx

[@carolyngethings]

Nice one Rachel. Thank you

[@lynnesmart9075]

Have seen some finish the rest of the seam just a smidge out from the invisible zipper seam. Going to try your way and hope for no bump. Lynne from California

[@Bessy_makes]

Amazingly clear instructions! Thank you Rachel!

[@deirdrebyrne1450]

Fantastic tutorial Rachel, well done. I’m really enjoying these tutorials, you show every step so clearly and your explanations are also clear and precise. Keep them coming!😊

[@irenegibbard8455]

Ohhh once more brilliant!! So much better to see it done in front of you amazing thank you Rachel.

[@valtiemann215]

Best zipper tutorial ever. Thank you Rachel, I am using your method from now on!

[@clairelovessewing]

Brilliant…thank you. Will be giving it a go. x

[@mandiebutler5471]

Love these tips videos!

[@ChristineSewsALot]

You are such a good teacher! Great tips and being sure that it is easy to see what you are doing and why. Loving the Top Tip Tuesdays.

[@SueTownson]

You made that look very straightforward - just the second pinning looks a bit tricky as you need to get your head round turning it twice. I think I might do a practice in order to cement the method but you gave a very comprehensive explanation. Brilliant!

[@StitchedUp]

Yes just practice and remember that’s why you keep both pieces separate unsewn until the zipper is in so if it gets twisted you can flip your fabric piece out to untwist (can’t do that if it’s fully attached to the other side) just remember the coils face inward and you can’t go wrong

[@constancegarcia8053]

Well done!😊

[@geetpetite6864]

So helpful. Thanks petal! X

[@StitchedUp]

Thanks Lucy!

[@rebeccaw9656]

This is the first tutorial that I’ve seen with just a standard zipper foot - yessss! It’s something that I should eventually buy, but in Australia you don’t get much change from $100.00 for an invisible zipper foot for my brand of sewing machine… Thank you Rachel❤

[@sewlovemydogs]

Too true, Australia is pricey, I’m glad to be able to use the one I have now.

[@lynnbrown5397]

I've sewn invisible zips before and have had reasonable results. But you have explained it so well that I've picked up a few tips to make them even better. The way you explain the technique is brilliant. Thank you x

[@wendydavies5336]

Thanks heaps Rachel, I have been sewing for a few years and am still not confident sewing in an invisible zip. You're instructions make it feel like it's something I could tackle now!

[@houseinnorthcarolina9439]

Rachel, Great video. Thank you! Suzanne

[@kerryhull2116]

Great video👍🏻

[@lindamarsh6271]

Thanks Rachel. I always dread doing invisible zips so I'm sure this method will help. I'd love a tutorial on hemming a curve please e.g. a curved hem shirt. Mine always drift sideways. Thanks. x

[@angelabanks2431]

Brilliant, easy to understand tutorial for insering invisible zips, thanks Rachel, loving these Top Tip Tuesdays! 😀

[@0003Zeb]

I've only ever done 1 invisable zip... It was not invisable. Many thanks for this tutorial.