4 Methods For Sewing Zippers (In BackPacks, Duffles Etc.)
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- Опубликовано: 4 авг 2024
- Hi!
In this video, I share four of my favorite methods for sewing zippers into utility items like bags and cases. Some of these methods may or may not be good for other applications, but they work well for what I do.
Enjoy!
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Never seen the binding way. Sure looks finished and strong with that method.
Thanks Jason, another informative video. You are helping a middle age man be creative. You should get a medal.
Your comment is all the reward I need! Thanks!
Thank you! Love the kitty!
Great idea at 4:00 to leave the top part of the zipper showing.
Hi thanks for an informative video.
I really like your no 4, brilliant, neat strong and perfect for use where the zip is going to work hard.
I am nearly 70 and so wish I had RUclips.
There are so many clever makers with whom I can identify. Most of my age, when I talk about what I see on RUclips, their eyes just glaze and I can see they haven't got a clue.
May your business grow from strength to strength.
Love your bags, look very interesting.
Thank you!
You should start a podcast
For someone just learning to sew and having a fear of working with a zipper.... I found your video very helpful. I especially love the cat.
Thank you!
It's funny, I have to remind myself sometimes that zippers were once a source of mystery and intimidation. Now I think they're one of the easiest parts of any project that includes them. Just comes with practice.
And the cats are always my favorite, too :)
Thanks for watching and commenting!
I like what you've done to the corner of your sewing table in the binding method section of the video
Thank you!
your cat is adorable!
Thank you!
Love the way your cat must insert itself in videos, yup that is part of being a cat slave lol. Nice videos and very informative...am looking at make a few bags in near future,
Thanks Mark!
It's funny, Bobbin is very affectionate and demanding of my attention at normal times, but for some reason when I start talking to a camera he takes it up a notch!
Thanks for watching and commenting, and have fun with your bag projects!
Thanks, Jason. THis was helpful.
Good to see another video from you. It has been awhile, I hope you are well and doing good.
Thanks!
Yeah, the last few months have been transitional, I'm planning to hit it hard in 2020! Thanks for being here!
Nice work
I often buy the basting tape from Wawak. Really good prices on a variety of products and fast shipping. They support dry cleaners as well as the home market. I have purchased both fabric (light weight) tape and leather tape. Really handy. They also carry industrial needles, zippers and other notions. Thanks for several ways to deal with zippers.
Thanks for the info! I've heard of them but never bought from them, I'll have to check them out.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Thanks for the zipper info.
Thanks for watching!
Hi. I take the inner and outer fabric and sew them good sides together with a standard seam. Then turn them like you would turn a standard seam. Finger press them. Then install the zipper. The seams are trapped by the zipper seam and it is very clean.
Would you care to make a video of this process i don't quite follow
@@BrownCreature I wish I knew how to make videos. I will keep your comment and if I figure it out I will send it to you. K
Thanks, man!
Thank YOU for watching!
Hi, I recently started sewing my bag and I wanna say your videos are most informative source for this subject! especially sewing main zipper for the bag was most hardest thing to figure out, and this video rescued me. do you have any plans for making video about how to sew and reinforce different corners (like, 3 sided corner, or L shaped seams meeting on one point like your messenger bag project) with thick fabric?
Hi,
Thanks! I haven't used reinforcements in my bag corners yet, but that's definitely a good video suggestion. I'll add it to the list! Thanks for watching and commenting!
This method will have its limitations, but I find overlocking or serging the zipper tape to the fabric at the edges, then turning and top stitching very effective. I've used that on fairly thick fabric/zipper combinations - just take it slow and use widest settings and longest stitch length.
I have a serger, and I've only used it once. I really need to try using it more! Thanks for the idea!
Right On Jason! 👍🏼 I have a consew 206rb. What binding attachment can I get for this machine. I haven’t looked but thought I’d ask while watching your video! 😃
You can attach most universal binding attachments to the bed. I use a 1" single-fold binder for 1" mil-spec 4088 webbing the most, but I also use a 2" double-fold (a 2" strip goes in and is folded twice to become 1/2" visible on either side). Binding very much depends on what is being bound. Honestly, a flat-bed machine isn't ideal for binding; in industrial settings, there are dedicated binding machines. The most success I've had is with a cylinder-arm machine, but I've yet to find one to purchase at a price I can stand.
I hope that helps, thanks for watching!
Thank you for a great video. As always, you did a great job! Do you have any ideas for a method to replace a broken zipper in an existing bag? I have a motorcycle saddle bag with a broken zipper. Would I need to take the whole bag apart or hand sew it? Thank you.
Without seeing the bag, it's hard to say, but disassembly (at least to some extent) is probably necessary for a proper repair.
Feel free to email me at thejasonofalltrades @ gmail . com (remove the spaces) if you want to send some pics.
What about the inside-out window method for interior pockets? That’s my favorite zipper method, although I always do it wrong on the first try.
I don't think I'm familiar with that method - at least by that name. Can you elaborate?
Last September I learned to insert a zipper in the field of a panel. Basically, you baste a trim fabric to your panel, cut the opening, fold under the trim, and sew in your zipper. Here: wp.me/pa9ORF-7X I made several bags for Christmas gifts, some incorporating this method.
Have you done a specific video on zipper tabs or zipper garages?
Hi Adam!
I've covered it in longer videos, but I haven't done one just on that topic. Sounds like I need to :)
Jason how do you sew through the basting tape without gumming up your needles? I've struggled with this on vinyls as well as other fabrics
You could use this: www.sailrite.com/Magnetic-Thread-Lubricator
To be honest, I use it in such small quantities, it's never been an issue for me. Sailrite might have some advice on their website for that, though.
insert cat on lap and continue with sandwich method😂. Do you ever sew a zip with either of your walking foot machines? I have tried sewing zips on with my overlocker with limited success due to the big presser foot....but the overlocker is great for tidying up the edge first
Lol!
I sew zippers on with my walking-foot machines all the time.The feet on my machines have a narrow "toe" on one side, and for #8 continuous coil zipper, it places the stitch pretty much perfectly.
I've had my serger for a couple of years and still haven't used it lol.
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Any recommendation on where to get the mil-w-4088 webbing?
I bought mine from Jontay.com
At 1:50 you are handling a large zipper. I want to get that ! What # size do they call it and where do you get it ? Thanks !
I don't know the exact specs on it, I got it at a quilt show from www.thezipperlady.com
@@thejasonofalltrades awesome! Thanks
How do you fix sewing machine Backpack
come on, admit it... the only reason you went in to use the machine at work was to get a reprieve from Mr. Whiskers... found your videos last night. I've been intending to remake a rucksack that is very old and failing. And since I cannot afford this particular type of bag I've decided I can afford the materials. Fortunately, I have a bag to disassemble and create a pattern, but there are certain intricacies regarding assembly that weren't obvious from disassembly. So I gave myself a crash course on every video you've posted here regarding bags. I'll try and send you a couple of shots of my finished project. PS, I'm out of coffee.
I look forward to seeing pics of your bag!
(And yes, if I want to actually get sewing done, it's better not done at home lol)
Jason how do you sew through the basting tape without gumming up your needles? I've struggled with this on vinyls as well as other fabrics
There are tapes that don't gum up as bad. I got some at a local sewing machine supply.
Hi,
Sorry, I thought I replied to this comment earlier! I honestly haven't had a problem with this, although I tend to use the tape in pretty short sections. Sailrite might have some suggestions on their site.
Thanks for the question, and thanks for watching!