Hi! I’ve been sewing for 50 years and have made many pillows with different types of zipper applications. Even so, your tutorial was extraordinarily helpful, particularly with the easy to follow invisible zipper application process. I had also never heard of tapering the corners to prevent the empty corners. I also appreciate the absence of music and cutesy stuff. I just want to learn something and get back to sewing! This was perfect!
Awe!!! thank you so much JoAnn! I appreciate your comments as I feel the same when I want to learn something from RUclips. I learned about the tapered corners from my mom who was an expert seamstress, and was named Joann. ;). Thanks again!
@@MimzyandCompany Every time I went to the basement to sew, my mom would yell downstairs, “change the needle!” I just thought you changed the needle to any other needle each time you started to sew. For a long time, I didn’t realize I needed to match my needle to my fabric. I guess I needed more hands on instruction!
Amazing! you are such a gifted teacher, straightforward explanations. As a newbie,even a pillow case like this sounded daunting, but having you on my iPad nearby, I think I can do this. 🤗
This was the easiest tutorial to follow! New to pillow making & was looking for a more simple & straight to the point instructions. Thank you for sharing
Thank you for such a fantastic, step-by-step tutorial. Exactly what I needed with some great tips (tapered corners - I never knew!) for me as a beginner sewer (tapered corners - I never knew!). I'm now the proud owner of a lovely new cushion. Hurray!
These days knowing how to sew is an exclusive skill! I'm sewing lot. I just finished dressing my 8 windows at my cottage and it saved me lots of money, I made about 60 pillows at this point. Half of them outdoor and these are expensive. I make them form Sombrella fabric and old cushions people don't want anymore. I have been sewing for 45 years just for fun and even learned how to repair and service my machines because nobody does it anymore. I have so much respect for people who mastered and perfected sewing to next level. Even in NY in expensive stores when they see you checking quality and you explain that you are looking at perfection and you yourself are sewing , you sometimes get more respect than some loud, rich people buying quality because they have money. They recognise craftsmanship very quickly. I sometimes wonder who will be sewing for Dior, Chanel ...in nearest future? Respect to you and thank you.
Wow! Thank you so much for the comment! I LOVE that you used old cushion fabric for your pillows!!! That’s something I would do! Whenever I tell people I sew they always respond…that’s a dying art. I hope not! I hope to inspire some to keep it going and realize it’s not that complicated and doesn’t need to be perfect. Anyway, thanks for commenting!
@@MimzyandCompany Not at all. Artist is an artist and you are one. Unfortunately I have never mastered fine finishing and can only do average job. Never called myself perfect, but I have more talent for designing and love for luxury fabrics. Once I drove to NY for 10 h to get my fabrics in fashion district. Oh, what a fun it was! All this silk, real cotton, 3 ply cashmere, 100% wool and linen and other accessories!. Delight! And you caln bargain. In my big city in Canada there are only 3 fabric stores and quality is long gone, even in Europe I checked 7 countries for fabrics and found none. I guess only NY is still decent place.
Fantastic! Thank you!!! You have just saved me from pillow invisible zipper hell today! I appreciate your technique and the lack of cluttery background music in this video. Thank you thank you.
Thank you. Thanks for telling about the music. I go back and forth with whether or not to use music in my videos. I prefer no fluff just get to the point.
Thank you! I’m glad this helped you! And thank you for telling about the music because I’ve been going back and forth with music bc most vids have music, but I think it’s distracting. So thanks!
mimzy & company You’re welcome. I just made four beautiful zippered pillow covers for a client following your instructions and they came out perfect. Looking forward to learning more from you.
@@michalmontgomery3702 It may. Depends upon the fabric and if you're gonna use a batting or flannel in between layers. I've had trouble with invisible zippers when the fabrics are really thick. But give it a try with a sample piece maybe.
Thank you, thank you!! I had issues with the tension using my zipper foot on my older machine. Very frustrating but I finally had success with some adjustments! Yay, feeling very proud of myself right now!! I made 2 matching euro shams.
Great video, lovely pillows, so glad I found this video, love the tip regarding the curved edges when cutting, giving a more professional finish. Very clear instructions, thank you.
Very well done, straight forward and detailed. Grateful for a professional presentation. Would like more info on measuring the angle for the fabric corner cuts to prevent dogears, if you dont have the template. I remember seeing a formula years ago that showed mark X inches on top seam from corners then measure down X inches on sides and cut the angle. Anyway, I enjoyed your video.
Thank you! An upholsterer I knew would start to taper 6 inches from the corner and come in one inch. does that make sense? I'll have to make a video of tapered corners without a template.Thanks for the idea!
Great and very helpful video. Love that you don't have background music. As I heard someone else compare it to: most school teachers don't play background music when teaching children😉 Background music usually is a cheap attempt to keep peoples' attention when their videos are not up to par. Yours are.
This was a very helpful tutorial. I like that you used 2 different sides for your pillow - could save a lot of money on changing pillows out. I guess you would need to use same type of fabric? That fabric was gorgeous. Could you tell me what the fabric is, please? Thanks again for your tutorial. I feel like I can do it.
Thanks so much for this instruction. Big help for me, especially putting an invisible zipper in. Clear and not over explained. Demonstration was perfect!
I tried to make a pillow with piping and had nothing but problems. So ripped out the piping and made yours in this video with ivisable zip. Came o ut perfect. Now to try one with piping again.
Hi Mimzy... I have this Rowley template.....& rarely used it ...Why ?...can't teach old dog new tricks .... so glad I saw your video so informative glad I have that template now I even have the one for square pillows, looking forward to see more thx "SEW" much
I'm excited to make some pillows using the Rowley template and make my own invisible zippers as you mentioned in this and another video. If I make a 19" pillow with the tapered template, what size should I cut the zipper as the pillow corners are tapered leaving only about 10 inches of straight line to place the zipper? Does it matter to align the zipper where the fabric starts to taper towards the corner? Many, many thanks! I really appreciate your great videos!
Hi Karen, I'm sorry I don't remember where that fabric came from it's been so long ago. But it's a medium weight decor fabric...that's all I know....so sorry.
So good to see your face again my friend! Thanks for the awesome video!! These pillow covers are so professional looking. Another question for you, do you usually serge the edges, and do you feel it is necessary?
Saneth Brown if I was making the pillow for someone else I would serge the edges. For myself I almost never serge unless I feel like I’m gonna use the pillow cover a lot. I change my pillows often so I don’t wash them often, if at all. But if your using an expensive fabric or fabric that you absolutely love therefore you’ll keep for a long time then serge. I have had some pillow covers fray inside to the point I had to restitch the seam , serging would have eliminated that. All that to say ...if you have a serger and it’s convenient I would serge cuz it doesn’t take but a few minutes longer. But it’s not totally necessary. Thanks for asking! I hope y’all are well!
Hi! Im a beginner and this was extremely helpful. I just bought a singer heavy duty 4452 and was wondering what is meant by a zigzag stick as I do not have a serger. Can I select any zigzag stitch on the stick options or is there a specific one you recommend? Thanks so much!
Just about every machine has a basic zig zag stitch. It’s used to overlock the edges of fabric to keep it from fraying, and also used when sewing elastic or knits(stretchy fabric) to allow the fabric to stretch.
Welcome to the world of sewing! You’re gonna love it! Just be patient with yourself and don’t be a perfectionist. You’ll get better with every project,
Thanks so much for this wonderful video! I do have a question about the size zipper to use. Your product list above, notes a 22" invisible zipper. I believe your pillow fabric is cut for a 19 pillow for a tight fit using a 20" pillow form. Your video states that the zipper should be placed 1- 1/2" - 2 " above & below each end. Would this mean that I would need a 16" invisible zipper? If not, please help me understand! Thanks so much for the clarification!
Thank you for your video very clear and to the point . Silly question so please forgive me , I am new to sewing, I assume you squared your fabric before tracing with the template?
yes, I usually do square my fabric. Although there have been times I didn't, and it makes a difference even on something as small as a pillow, because an unsquare cut pillow will quickly become a rhombus on your sofa. Then you have to constantly pull the corners to square it up again. Great question Nancy!!! I a video on the importance of cutting fabric square... ruclips.net/video/VCj7RdnMr6o/видео.html
good question. I'd put the zipper in the lower third of the back of the pillow. So the back piece will have to be cut bigger in order to accommodate the seams for the zipper. I'll have to make a vid on this.
As I wrote before, great video --- can I use the same template you use for eliminating dog ear corners when I am making a pillow with welting and an invisible zipper? I'm wondering if there would be another step involved. Thanks.
Hi! Thank you for the video. I bought a zipper that is too long for my pillow. I am going to cut it to length. Do I finish that end of the zipper somehow so the pull can’t be pulled right off?
yes...what I do is zig zag stitch across the bottom of the zipper, so the zipper slide wont just come off the bottom. make sure your zipper is put together first obviously, and lower your feed dog so it wont move. I show zipper assembly in detail in my invisible zipper video. ruclips.net/video/JFasG5QpBpo/видео.html. it's right at about 7 minutes, 20 seconds.
Great tutorial! I want to purchase the invisible zipper roll, like you have, but can't find it on the website....I only see the specific lengths Thanks!
pillow template....this is an amazon affiliate link... pillow template(amazon)... @t you can also buy the pillow template from home sewing depot.... @t
Thank you so much for this video! It was SO incredibly helpful! I wanted to ask, do you use your rotary cutter much? (Or find it helpful with pillows?) I was thinking about getting one, but didn't know how it worked with upholstery weight fabrics...
Thank you Victoria! Yes, I use my rotary cutter ALL THE TIME. You can cut through multiple layers . HOWEVER, for pillows I'd say i use scissors more because of the slight curve of the corners.
@@MimzyandCompany I got the template!! Love it!! Thank you so much for this video! Now that I've watched it a TON and gotten a few square pillows done, I want to attempt to make a lumbar pillow. Do you use the template for those as well, or do you just cut a rectangle?
@@victoriabusby5044 that’s awesome!!! I have used the template for lumbars. I just mark through the top and side dimensions and kind fudge the corners.
finished size will be 18" . that should fit a 20x20 FEATHER insert perfectly. A dacron pillow may need to be cut even smaller I have recently found out. (I never use dacron pillows)
You can certainly match your zippers if you buy them individually at the fabric store. I buy zipper by the yard so I almost always buy tan. Sometimes black or white.
It’s difficult to put an invisible zipper in very heavy/thick fabric. It can be done, but the result are often less than perfect and zipper can difficult to open and close. Youd be better off using a regular zipper.
I'm trying to find the pillow template you used in your video on sewing an invisible zipper in a pillow. You mentioned Rowley Co. But they said they do not carry it. Help!
Try the home sewing depot.com . I looked at the Amazon link the other day and they were out of it too. I’d be really bummed if they quit making it ! It’s so handy
I have watched a lot of people suggesting the use of an invisible zipper foot. But then you have to shift to a regular zipper foot when you get close to the end. Also, I can't get the zipper to channel into the grooves on the invisible zipper foot without first ironing the zipper open. I'm switching back! You made your zipper stops by sewing - by hand or machine? I've been using the bulk 24" invisible zippers, then cutting them down and making a cloth zipper end...glad to see I can cut this step out. If you can, please post the name of the company that sells the pillow template. Can you tell? I'm trying to increase my speed and accuracy!
I bought the pillow template from Rowleycompany.com...the best purchase ever! Yes...I zigzag my zipper stop on both ends of my zipper...I just lower the feed dog and widen my stitch as far as possible so the needle will drop on either side of the zipper. I find it a lot faster than installing the metal zipper stops. I've been doing this for years and it lasts, so I see no reason to change. you can get the zipper by the yard at Rowley also...WAY cheaper than buying zippers at fabric store.
I start to taper in 4" from the corners of a 20" pillow. Taper in about 1". If you're making a larger pillow then start to taper a little more than 4" from the corner.
very good question...I can't remember, it was so long ago. we used to have a Boca Bargoons closeout store in Tampa and I bought a lot of fabric there. Sadly they recently closed.
Beth, sorry, I thought i answered this last week. here's a link to Home Sewing Depot, they have the same pillow template.... homesewingdepot.com/products/taperd-corner-pillow-template?_pos=2&_sid=88a4746d8&_ss=r
That fabric was a left over and I can't remember where it came from. I would use any medium weight decorator fabric. I love linen and linen blends because they have some texture. If you shop at Joann fabrics go to the back of the store where all the fabric is on rolls and pick what you love. But you will also find some nice linens in the dress goods as well.
@@MimzyandCompany I found it and it is out of stock. I had no idea these existed and I have been making pillows for my business for well over a year. Crazy
Jennifer de Wit well that stinks! Try the homesewingdepot.com they might have them. It sure makes cutting pillows fast and efficient! Specially patterned fabric.
Thank you so much for this. I have just started a throw pillow business. Can you recommend the brand of zippers by the yard that you had in your video? Also, where do you suggest to purchase the pillow inserts? Thank you! Lori/ riseboutique.org
I usually buy my pillow inserts at IKEA because I can get a bunch immediately and the price is right. The invisible zipper I buy from Rowley Company. www.rowleycompany.com/invisible-zipper-chain-by-the-roll Good Luck with you pillow business!
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Hi! I’ve been sewing for 50 years and have made many pillows with different types of zipper applications. Even so, your tutorial was extraordinarily helpful, particularly with the easy to follow invisible zipper application process. I had also never heard of tapering the corners to prevent the empty corners. I also appreciate the absence of music and cutesy stuff. I just want to learn something and get back to sewing! This was perfect!
Awe!!! thank you so much JoAnn! I appreciate your comments as I feel the same when I want to learn something from RUclips. I learned about the tapered corners from my mom who was an expert seamstress, and was named Joann. ;). Thanks again!
@@MimzyandCompany Every time I went to the basement to sew, my mom would yell downstairs, “change the needle!” I just thought you changed the needle to any other needle each time you started to sew. For a long time, I didn’t realize I needed to match my needle to my fabric. I guess I needed more hands on instruction!
@@joanncarson8502 That's funny! I wish I had more hands on instruction too.
Amazing! you are such a gifted teacher, straightforward explanations. As a newbie,even a pillow case like this sounded daunting, but having you on my iPad nearby, I think I can do this. 🤗
oh good!!! I'm so glad this helped!
Thanks to you I just made 7 wonderful zippered pillow covers!!!. Never before Have I sewn a zipper into anything.
yay! well done! thank you for commenting!
Rina Hovden oh yay! Happy to hear that! You can make really good money with pillows. Good for you!
This was the easiest tutorial to follow! New to pillow making & was looking for a more simple & straight to the point instructions. Thank you for sharing
Ok, thank you. I feel like I need to make a new video since this one is so old and I didn’t know how edit at the time.
So far the best tutorial I've found. And using the template that my mom bought me, so VERY helpful! Thank you!
Yay! So good to hear! Thank yoy
Thank you for such a fantastic, step-by-step tutorial. Exactly what I needed with some great tips (tapered corners - I never knew!) for me as a beginner sewer (tapered corners - I never knew!). I'm now the proud owner of a lovely new cushion. Hurray!
You’re so welcome Nicola. Well done!
These days knowing how to sew is an exclusive skill! I'm sewing lot. I just finished dressing my 8 windows at my cottage and it saved me lots of money, I made about 60 pillows at this point. Half of them outdoor and these are expensive. I make them form Sombrella fabric and old cushions people don't want anymore. I have been sewing for 45 years just for fun and even learned how to repair and service my machines because nobody does it anymore. I have so much respect for people who mastered and perfected sewing to next level. Even in NY in expensive stores when they see you checking quality and you explain that you are looking at perfection and you yourself are sewing , you sometimes get more respect than some loud, rich people buying quality because they have money. They recognise craftsmanship very quickly. I sometimes wonder who will be sewing for Dior, Chanel ...in nearest future? Respect to you and thank you.
Wow! Thank you so much for the comment! I LOVE that you used old cushion fabric for your pillows!!! That’s something I would do! Whenever I tell people I sew they always respond…that’s a dying art. I hope not! I hope to inspire some to keep it going and realize it’s not that complicated and doesn’t need to be perfect. Anyway, thanks for commenting!
@@MimzyandCompany Not at all. Artist is an artist and you are one. Unfortunately I have never mastered fine finishing and can only do average job. Never called myself perfect, but I have more talent for designing and love for luxury fabrics. Once I drove to NY for 10 h to get my fabrics in fashion district. Oh, what a fun it was! All this silk, real cotton, 3 ply cashmere, 100% wool and linen and other accessories!. Delight! And you caln bargain. In my big city in Canada there are only 3 fabric stores and quality is long gone, even in Europe I checked 7 countries for fabrics and found none. I guess only NY is still decent place.
@@kkswider899 That sounds like a delight! Driving to NY for fabric! Ive always wanted to fabric shop in NY... One day I'll make there.
This is the absolute BEST pillow video for a basic square pillow, hands down.
awe...thank you Beth! It's long and slow going but i guess it does the job.
Excellent tutorials Lady Mimzy. Cool voice and the step-by-step approach will help any new beginner get behind the machine and make great cushions.
Thank you very much! I LOVE the name of your channel!!!
I love your video straight to the point not a lot of talking thank you
thank you Hafsa!
Fantastic! Thank you!!! You have just saved me from pillow invisible zipper hell today! I appreciate your technique and the lack of cluttery background music in this video. Thank you thank you.
Thank you. Thanks for telling about the music. I go back and forth with whether or not to use music in my videos. I prefer no fluff just get to the point.
Yes! Don’t need the music!
This was so wonderful and helpful!!!! I am going to make some pillow covers right now for the fall. The instructions were so clear. Thanks
Awesome instructions and I’m so happy you did not have music playing!
The best tutorial! Thank you
Awe, thank you so much Marissa!
Brilliant! Thank you for posting this! Your instructions are clear and thorough. I’m looking forward to making some outdoor pillows now.
You’re welcome !!! Thanks for commenting!
Thank you! I’m glad this helped you! And thank you for telling about the music because I’ve been going back and forth with music bc most vids have music, but I think it’s distracting. So thanks!
mimzy & company You’re welcome. I just made four beautiful zippered pillow covers for a client following your instructions and they came out perfect. Looking forward to learning more from you.
mimzy & company what do you think about quilting the cover, will it make it too thick for the invisible zipper?
@@michalmontgomery3702 It may. Depends upon the fabric and if you're gonna use a batting or flannel in between layers. I've had trouble with invisible zippers when the fabrics are really thick. But give it a try with a sample piece maybe.
Most vids have music which is why we are watching YOURS!🤗
GREAT JOB. THANKS.
thanks for such a wonderful video with clear instructions and clearer demo! thanks a lot!
Love her tips: rounded corners, plumper pillows, no dog ears and the templates.
Thanks!!!
Thank you, thank you!! I had issues with the tension using my zipper foot on my older machine. Very frustrating but I finally had success with some adjustments! Yay, feeling very proud of myself right now!! I made 2 matching euro shams.
Heather Lynn way to go Heather!!! Tension issues are such a pain in the bottom!
That looks so good!
Thank you so much @saraaronzon4562
Thank you this was perfect for what I was looking, on how to insert an invisible zipper for a pillow .😊👍
oh good! I'm glad it helped.thank you for commenting.
EXCELLENT tutorial! Thank you SO MUCH!
Great video, lovely pillows, so glad I found this video, love the tip regarding the curved edges when cutting, giving a more professional finish. Very clear instructions, thank you.
Thank you for commenting Sandra!
This was fantastic! THANK YOU for taking the time to make this detailed tutorial!!!
Awe! than you for taking the time to tell me!
Thank you for so many detailed instructions, and tipss for best results.
You’re so welcome. Thanks for commenting. I’m about to do some more slipcover vids snd a new Roman shade vid if your interested check back.
Very well done, straight forward and detailed. Grateful for a professional presentation. Would like more info on measuring the angle for the fabric corner cuts to prevent dogears, if you dont have the template. I remember seeing a formula years ago that showed mark X inches on top seam from corners then measure down X inches on sides and cut the angle. Anyway, I enjoyed your video.
Thank you! An upholsterer I knew would start to taper 6 inches from the corner and come in one inch. does that make sense? I'll have to make a video of tapered corners without a template.Thanks for the idea!
Great and very helpful video. Love that you don't have background music. As I heard someone else compare it to: most school teachers don't play background music when teaching children😉
Background music usually is a cheap attempt to keep peoples' attention when their videos are not up to par. Yours are.
thank you so much! I'm glad to hear this as i debated this for a while. I opted not to use music due to the extra expense. 🤣
amazing and very helpful video
This was a very helpful tutorial. I like that you used 2 different sides for your pillow - could save a lot of money on changing pillows out. I guess you would need to use same type of fabric? That fabric was gorgeous. Could you tell me what the fabric is, please? Thanks again for your tutorial. I feel like I can do it.
Thank you very much! I’m sorry I don’t have the source for that fabric. I generally buy whatever is on clearance or deep discount.
Thanks so much for this instruction. Big help for me, especially putting an invisible zipper in. Clear and not over explained. Demonstration was perfect!
Thank you so much Kris... I appreciate the comment!
I tried to make a pillow with piping and had nothing but problems. So ripped out the piping and made yours in this video with ivisable zip. Came o ut perfect. Now to try one with piping again.
You can do it. feel free to ask me any questions.
Thank you for the pillow template recommendation! Brilliant!!!!
You're welcome! I was thrilled when I found the template too.
Great video -- yes, straight and to the point! Thanks!
Thanks! I hate when people tell me their life story before getting to the subject. I'm all about business I guess. ;)
Thanks, I can't wait to try this ❤
So great to see this as I feel I can attempt this now! All the mysticism has vanished. Thanks.
Excellent...thanks for commenting.
Excellent demo! Thank you very much!
Thank you very much Dan! I feel like I should re-do this video cuz it’s so slow going, due to my lack of video editing back then.
Hi Mimzy... I have this Rowley template.....& rarely used it ...Why ?...can't teach old dog new tricks .... so glad I saw your video so informative glad I have that template now I even have the one for square pillows, looking forward to see more thx "SEW" much
Oh good! so glad this inspired you to use it again/more. I'm hoping to get back to more sewing this summer...many projects swirling around in my head.
Excellent and helpful video. Thank you so much.
Thank you so much Karen! thanks for commenting.
fantastic video! I'm not able to get the template overseas, can I measure/adjust and cut the square corners manually so the corners aren't dog-eared?
Perfect tutorial! Thank you!!!
You’re welcome. Thank you for commenting.
Great video! Super clear instructions
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for commenting Shavon!
Thanks for this awesome tutorial and helpful for a beginner as me!
Your welcome! I’m glad it was helpful!
Best video I’ve seen to sew in a zipper! Thank you
Thank you so much Kim! I appreciate the comment!
Fantastic you make it look so simple, I'm going to have a go as I've got a square cushion cover and a rectangular cover to make; wish me luck!!!
You. Can do it! Good luck!
Thank you. This was very helpful.
you're welcome Nancy. Thank you for commenting.
Followed it and am so happy with result. Love how simple you explain. Thank you for sharing and teaching!
You're so welcome! thank you for commenting!!!
I'm excited to make some pillows using the Rowley template and make my own invisible zippers as you mentioned in this and another video. If I make a 19" pillow with the tapered template, what size should I cut the zipper as the pillow corners are tapered leaving only about 10 inches of straight line to place the zipper? Does it matter to align the zipper where the fabric starts to taper towards the corner? Many, many thanks! I really appreciate your great videos!
cut your zipper 17" for a 19" pillow. then follow the curved shape of the pillow with zipper.
Great tutorial! Very clear and easy to follow. Beautiful fabric. May I ask what type of fabric it is?
Hi Karen, I'm sorry I don't remember where that fabric came from it's been so long ago. But it's a medium weight decor fabric...that's all I know....so sorry.
Excellent
So good to see your face again my friend! Thanks for the awesome video!! These pillow covers are so professional looking. Another question for you, do you usually serge the edges, and do you feel it is necessary?
Saneth Brown if I was making the pillow for someone else I would serge the edges. For myself I almost never serge unless I feel like I’m gonna use the pillow cover a lot. I change my pillows often so I don’t wash them often, if at all. But if your using an expensive fabric or fabric that you absolutely love therefore you’ll keep for a long time then serge. I have had some pillow covers fray inside to the point I had to restitch the seam , serging would have eliminated that. All that to say ...if you have a serger and it’s convenient I would serge cuz it doesn’t take but a few minutes longer. But it’s not totally necessary. Thanks for asking! I hope y’all are well!
Hi! Im a beginner and this was extremely helpful. I just bought a singer heavy duty 4452 and was wondering what is meant by a zigzag stick as I do not have a serger. Can I select any zigzag stitch on the stick options or is there a specific one you recommend? Thanks so much!
Just about every machine has a basic zig zag stitch. It’s used to overlock the edges of fabric to keep it from fraying, and also used when sewing elastic or knits(stretchy fabric) to allow the fabric to stretch.
Welcome to the world of sewing! You’re gonna love it! Just be patient with yourself and don’t be a perfectionist. You’ll get better with every project,
Great tutorial!!
Thank you so much Ashley!
Thanks so much for this wonderful video! I do have a question about the size zipper to use. Your product list above, notes a 22" invisible zipper. I believe your pillow fabric is cut for a 19 pillow for a tight fit using a 20" pillow form. Your video states that the zipper should be placed 1- 1/2" - 2 " above & below each end. Would this mean that I would need a 16" invisible zipper? If not, please help me understand! Thanks so much for the clarification!
Not sure why i put a 22" zipper, maybe it's what was available on amazon at the time. A 16" will work. Or use the a 22" and make it shorter.
@@MimzyandCompany Thank you so much for the clarification & your prompt reply. Have a lovely day!
Your video was so helpful! I was able to do my first zipper even!!
I'm so glad! well done!!!
Very nice pillow
Thank you for your video very clear and to the point . Silly question so please forgive me , I am new to sewing, I assume you squared your fabric before tracing with the template?
yes, I usually do square my fabric. Although there have been times I didn't, and it makes a difference even on something as small as a pillow, because an unsquare cut pillow will quickly become a rhombus on your sofa. Then you have to constantly pull the corners to square it up again. Great question Nancy!!! I a video on the importance of cutting fabric square... ruclips.net/video/VCj7RdnMr6o/видео.html
@@MimzyandCompany thank you kindly for your response ! I will certainly watch your video. Again Thank you !
Thank you so much for this video!
You're so welcome, thanks for commenting!
Excelente tutorial, no domino el English pero le entendí muy bien y pude hacer my Pillow. Thanks
Thank you for this!
In the words of Chick-fil-a....my pleasure. Thanks for the comment!
Thanks for a great video. You did a great job.
great video need to get one of those pillow templates
Cathy Ivers yes, they’re pricey but if you make a lot of pillows it’s worth the money!
Super ! Thanks you
Thank you too!
Great video, thanks
My pleasure!
What a wonderful video, you make it so simple. How would you put a zipper in a flanged pillow sham?
good question. I'd put the zipper in the lower third of the back of the pillow. So the back piece will have to be cut bigger in order to accommodate the seams for the zipper. I'll have to make a vid on this.
Amazing tutorial- exactly what I was looking for- thank you!!
Thank you Sofie!
Nice, 👍🙏👌🌹
Thank you! I need to update this video…I didn’t know how to edit back then…it’s soooo slow. Thanks for comment
As I wrote before, great video --- can I use the same template you use for eliminating dog ear corners when I am making a pillow with welting and an invisible zipper? I'm wondering if there would be another step involved. Thanks.
Yes...this template is tapered to eliminate dog ears! No other steps needed...it makes pillow making fast and easy.
Hi! Thank you for the video. I bought a zipper that is too long for my pillow. I am going to cut it to length. Do I finish that end of the zipper somehow so the pull can’t be pulled right off?
yes...what I do is zig zag stitch across the bottom of the zipper, so the zipper slide wont just come off the bottom. make sure your zipper is put together first obviously, and lower your feed dog so it wont move. I show zipper assembly in detail in my invisible zipper video. ruclips.net/video/JFasG5QpBpo/видео.html. it's right at about 7 minutes, 20 seconds.
@@MimzyandCompany thank you! I’ll let you know how it goes.
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Thanks Jan!
Great tutorial! I want to purchase the invisible zipper roll, like you have, but can't find it on the website....I only see the specific lengths Thanks!
Thank you! here's a link for a 4.5 yard kit. amzn.to/2Ka90DI
Or you can a huge roll like mine on Rowleycompany.com
pillow template....this is an amazon affiliate link... pillow template(amazon)... @t
you can also buy the pillow template from home sewing depot.... @t
Thank you so much for this video! It was SO incredibly helpful! I wanted to ask, do you use your rotary cutter much? (Or find it helpful with pillows?) I was thinking about getting one, but didn't know how it worked with upholstery weight fabrics...
Thank you Victoria! Yes, I use my rotary cutter ALL THE TIME. You can cut through multiple layers . HOWEVER, for pillows I'd say i use scissors more because of the slight curve of the corners.
@@MimzyandCompany thanks so much! I'm just trying to get pillow making down for now, so I'll hold off until I REALLY need them :)
@@MimzyandCompany I got the template!! Love it!! Thank you so much for this video! Now that I've watched it a TON and gotten a few square pillows done, I want to attempt to make a lumbar pillow. Do you use the template for those as well, or do you just cut a rectangle?
@@victoriabusby5044 that’s awesome!!! I have used the template for lumbars. I just mark through the top and side dimensions and kind fudge the corners.
Is the finished size 19inch or 18 inch (since one inch is taken up into the seams)?
finished size will be 18" . that should fit a 20x20 FEATHER insert perfectly. A dacron pillow may need to be cut even smaller I have recently found out. (I never use dacron pillows)
This is probably a silly question, but should each zipper match the fabrics? Thank you
You can certainly match your zippers if you buy them individually at the fabric store. I buy zipper by the yard so I almost always buy tan. Sometimes black or white.
Thank you nice
Thank you Mary! I'm about to make a new pillow video similar to this, and it will have a link to a new downloadable pillow template.
Any help on a pillow made from a very heavy upcycled wool housecoat? I've never tried an invisible zipper.
It’s difficult to put an invisible zipper in very heavy/thick fabric. It can be done, but the result are often less than perfect and zipper can difficult to open and close. Youd be better off using a regular zipper.
I love the idea of using a wool coat!
Thank you Kenya!
I'm trying to find the pillow template you used in your video on sewing an invisible zipper in a pillow. You mentioned Rowley Co. But they said they do not carry it. Help!
Try the home sewing depot.com . I looked at the Amazon link the other day and they were out of it too. I’d be really bummed if they quit making it ! It’s so handy
I have watched a lot of people suggesting the use of an invisible zipper foot. But then you have to shift to a regular zipper foot when you get close to the end. Also, I can't get the zipper to channel into the grooves on the invisible zipper foot without first ironing the zipper open. I'm switching back!
You made your zipper stops by sewing - by hand or machine? I've been using the bulk 24" invisible zippers, then cutting them down and making a cloth zipper end...glad to see I can cut this step out.
If you can, please post the name of the company that sells the pillow template.
Can you tell? I'm trying to increase my speed and accuracy!
I bought the pillow template from Rowleycompany.com...the best purchase ever! Yes...I zigzag my zipper stop on both ends of my zipper...I just lower the feed dog and widen my stitch as far as possible so the needle will drop on either side of the zipper. I find it a lot faster than installing the metal zipper stops. I've been doing this for years and it lasts, so I see no reason to change. you can get the zipper by the yard at Rowley also...WAY cheaper than buying zippers at fabric store.
@@MimzyandCompany Thank you!
If you don't have the template for cutting out your pillow, how do you determine where to cut to prevent through "dog ears"?
I start to taper in 4" from the corners of a 20" pillow. Taper in about 1". If you're making a larger pillow then start to taper a little more than 4" from the corner.
Many Italian makers used dog ear pillows, like Cassina, flexform
Yes. There are a lot of dog eared pillow makers out there. I don’t like them.😉
How can i get one of that template to buy? Thank you ❤
I need to find a new source for that...everytime i look it's out of stock.
Where do you get your fabric from please?
very good question...I can't remember, it was so long ago. we used to have a Boca Bargoons closeout store in Tampa and I bought a lot of fabric there. Sadly they recently closed.
How long should the zipper be according to the size of your pillow?
Any idea where i can get this template as Amazon does NOT have it?
Beth, sorry, I thought i answered this last week. here's a link to Home Sewing Depot, they have the same pillow template.... homesewingdepot.com/products/taperd-corner-pillow-template?_pos=2&_sid=88a4746d8&_ss=r
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Thanks Cris!
I can't tell, did you curve ALL the corners?
yes
So for a 20 by 20 form do you cut 20 by 20 or 19 by 19?
I do 19x19. I like my pillows plump. No slouchy pillow covers for me.
@@MimzyandCompany I ordered the template and zipper tape from your link. I can't wait to try it!
@@andrewsackk yay! You gonna love the template! It’s so easy. You’ll have to start a pillow shop now.
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thank you Geraldine! thanks for taking the time to comment.
Where did you get your pillow template?!
I got it from the homesewing depot.com. I have links for a it in the description.
Could you let us know what type of fabric you used for this pillow? Or do you have and fabric suggestions?
That fabric was a left over and I can't remember where it came from. I would use any medium weight decorator fabric. I love linen and linen blends because they have some texture. If you shop at Joann fabrics go to the back of the store where all the fabric is on rolls and pick what you love. But you will also find some nice linens in the dress goods as well.
How do you prepare the zipper for install
Iron it flat, install the pull and then sew in the stops at both ends.
I’m on the Rowley website, what size zipper do I order. I want to buy the chair and make my own. Also what size pulls? What colors do u use?
You’re welcome! Thank you so much for commenting!
If I have fabric that is one way stretch should I go 1 inch smaller than the pillow?
If I have fabric that is a one-way stretch should I go 1 inch smaller than the pillow size?
Yes. I always cut my fabric an inch smaller than the pillow form size .
Meanwhile I’m over here paying $ 30 and up for euro shams I better go and find some fabric! Thanks 🙏
Moe martin yep! You can make a nice 18x18 pillow for about $8 if you use your Joann coupon for fabric.
mimzy & company thanks I will do!
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Where do purchase the zipper by the roll
I buy it from either Rowley company.com or home sewing Depot.com. But you can buy a smaller quantity at Joann.
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Where did you purchase the pillow template
www.rowleycompany.com/
@@MimzyandCompany I found it and it is out of stock. I had no idea these existed and I have been making pillows for my business for well over a year. Crazy
Jennifer de Wit well that stinks! Try the homesewingdepot.com they might have them. It sure makes cutting pillows fast and efficient! Specially patterned fabric.
Is it just the camera? The lines don't look square they look curved at corners.
The corners are curved...that's so you dont end up with dogeared pillows.
Thank you so much for this. I have just started a throw pillow business. Can you recommend the brand of zippers by the yard that you had in your video? Also, where do you suggest to purchase the pillow inserts? Thank you! Lori/ riseboutique.org
I usually buy my pillow inserts at IKEA because I can get a bunch immediately and the price is right. The invisible zipper I buy from Rowley Company. www.rowleycompany.com/invisible-zipper-chain-by-the-roll Good Luck with you pillow business!