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.
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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.
Two-way double pull zipper on the Manhattan Mamma bag.
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Matching grey zipper tape with red pull for custom lunchbag.
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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.
I’m so glad you found it useful!
thank you so much. This is extremely helpful.
Thank you Sharon!
Great video Reece 🙂