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Zippers zippers everywhere!

6/29/2015

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Black zipper tape with yellow pull to match Joel Dewberry fabric in a Coraline Clutch
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Black zipper tape with dark pink zipper pull on back of Manhattan Mamma.
I get a lot of questions from other bag makers about my zippers. I often match my zipper pulls to the fabric I'm using, giving the bag an extra special touch. Today I'm sharing exactly how I make my zippers. I start with a #4.5 or #5 zipper tape, then choose the correct size zipper pull of whichever colour I want to match with my fabrics. I really love the By Annie Zipper By the Yard available at Stitch in the Ditch, and I also use the zipper tape and pulls from Paccana. 

I've created a quick video to show the rest. I also include directions for creating a double-pull zipper. 
Not only do I prefer this method, because of the endless possibilities of custom sizes and colours of zippers, but it's much cheaper than buying these specialty zippers individually. I was able to make a custom coloured 36" double pull zipper for 50 cents!  Go forth and make zippers! I'd love to hear what you think. 
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Two-way double pull zipper on the Manhattan Mamma bag.
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Matching grey zipper tape with red pull for custom lunchbag.
5 Comments
Joanne
6/30/2015 11:26:58 am

thank you for this.....I want to make a backpack for my wheelchair and was unable to find a double zipper that met in the middle, now I know how to make my own.

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Reece link
6/30/2015 03:18:26 pm

I'm so glad you found it useful!

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Sharon
10/9/2015 12:39:57 pm

thank you so much. This is extremely helpful.

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Reece link
10/11/2015 01:11:06 pm

Thank you Sharon!

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Alanna Morneau
1/8/2016 07:44:43 pm

Great video Reece :)

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    Hi! I'm Reece and I love to sew! I'm also a mom and a wife. I love being crafty and sharing tips.

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