ok here we go :: my first ever tutorial....
Measure your zip :: mine is 5 1/2".
Cut out the fabric for your purse. (you'll see what size you need later)
Overlock the edges, or zigzag stitch if you prefer.
Fold over 1cm and iron flat (this is a before picture!!)
Get your sewing machine ready. For practise I used the normal foot but once you are an expert zip putter-inner you can be a whizz with the special zip foot. Line the folded edge up with the raised zip and sew from end to end, stop when you get to the slider ::
Leave the needle in the fabric, raise the foot and slide the slider away from you. Lower the foot and sew until the end.
16 comments:
Oooh thanks for that ... I feel quite inspired! I'll let you know how it goes (if and when I do it ... which I'm sure I will, at some point) :-D x
That was a beautiful tutorial! I laughed. I cried. I read it again. Well done! Well done!
And actually this came at just the right time as I have to replace a zipper in a vintage dress of mine. Thanks!
great tutorial I have had a couple of goes but will try again now I found this.......thanks
Fabulous tutorial! Thank you so much.
Thanks for the super-technical bits! I've made purses but more by luck than judgement so it is good to see how to do it right!!!! Lucy x
Can you come to my house and show me please? I'm still afraid of the zip/sewing machine combo ;)
Lovely tutorial! I'm going to try making a few this week. I'm in need of more christmas present ideas and this is pursefect!! ;)
You make it look so easy....once I get hold of a zip I shall have a go...
does this mean that the zip size determines the size of the 'whatever' ?
thanks for that tutorial - nice short steps, that's what I like. Will be back to try it out, once I find a zip.
I've just had a go at making these and your instructions were very good, very clear, nice and easy to follow! Lined purses next?! ;)
I've always been too scared to do anything with zips, but always thought they would be really handy to have in the bottom of my doorstops. Guess what I'm going to be trying soon....?! Thanks xx
This is a great tutorial. Thanks! Any chance you can do another one on how to sew a coin purse with zipper and a lining?!!
Zippers have always intimidated me... even thinking about that pesky foot! This was SO helpful and makes me want to go out and get a couple of zippers NOW! Thanks you so much.
I love to have different kind of puse specially for combine it with my clothes. I think every desing is identified with the personality of each woman. I prefer a comfortable and big purses because i usually carry many things even like when i buy viagra for my boyfriend.
Hope you don't mind my adding a little extra tip - if you change to using a zipper foot rather than the standard sewing foot on your machine you can sew a lot closer to the zipper teeth, which looks neater. I like that you have inspired so many with this great tutorial, that's awesome! :)
How wonderful! Thank you for sharing this clear and concise tutorial!I have been afraid to attempt zippers but you make it look easy! :D
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