If you're like me, it's a little intimidating to think about how to sew a zipper into a pillow! Hopefully this sewing tutorial will ease your fears. ✅ PRODUCTS USED IN THIS VIDEO - (affiliate links) ✅ Fabric - amzn.to/35WgJ0w ✅ Pillow Form - amzn.to/35U7Kg3 ✅ Scissors - large - amzn.to/33a6PX6 ✅ Scissors - small - amzn.to/37512TS ✅ Thread - amzn.to/3fogK04 ✅ Fabric Marker - amzn.to/3kXfEd9 ✅ Yardstick ✅ Omni Grid - amzn.to/36YjQ7i ✅ That Purple Thang - amzn.to/2IZkTfa ✅ Pins - amzn.to/396SBdx ✅ Zipper ✅ Seam Ripper - amzn.to/373eGXx ✅ Sewing Machine - amzn.to/3frLFZn ✅ Zipper Foot
You don’t explain where to stop once sewing zipper at the ends. I had an idea where, but for the new sewers step by step helps. I love your tutorials ❤️
This is the best tutorial. You are the first one to explain about the zipper foot and actually stating the fact that feet have to be switched out. I also appreciate that you show how to sew the pillow step by step.
I’ve been sewing (or really just playing with this sewing machine lol) for two years and you’ve just made me feel much more confident about trying my first zipper insertion! I’m so glad I found this channel. Your teaching style is easy to follow.
Best tutorial for this I've come across yet as I wanted to see the whole process including the use of the machine (and not everyone shows that bit.) Very informative and simple to follow for a total novice like me..thank you!
This is the easiest and best tutorial I have seen on how to insert a zipper! I will be trying it in the next few days as I sew a pillow cover for a birthday gift. Thank you so much!
This is a great tutorial! I absolutely love that you are so detailed and you SAY everything you're doing. It makes it so much easier to follow along. Keep doing what you're doing because it's really working. I appreciate that I don't have to read text over the video. And giving tips on what to avoid and why is so helpful! You are amazing. Thank you for all you share.
You're so sweet! And thorough. Really appreciate you pointing out all the small details that some might overlook. Appreciate your teaching! I've been intimidated by zippers since I learned to sew over a decade ago. But this Christmas, my son's getting pillows for his new home! Thank you
I'm new to sewing and have been using a machine for almost two weeks now. I really love your tutorials. You tell us the stitch length and everything we need to make sure it turns out perfect. Plus your camera angles are also great! Thank you :)
I have watched several videos to make a pillow cover with a zipper and yours is the best and easiest. My home ec teacher (1963-1967) would be amazed. I don't remember zippers were this easy back then. We only made clothing, but crafting is much more fun and not nearly as stressful.
Want to add my thanks -- a great tutorial. Instructive. Demonstrative. Clear. Complete. And you have a lovely calm manner. I have now made 5 pillowcases with this. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Oh my gosh! I know this is an old video but this is the most genius way for a novice to do a zipper. My confidence just shot through the roof. Doh! BASTE IT. 😂
This was the first time I wanted to make something using a zipper without a pattern. I had only done a dress before, and had no idea when the right time to add the zipper would be! I learned so much more from this than I expected to. Thank you so much
Wonderful video! Last summer I brought home a little pillow project for camp. Now I have 2 weeks before I go back. This won't be difficult at all. YAY!
I have been searching all over RUclips for zipper tutorials because I have been trying to make scrunchies with zippers and your video was the best I have found! Thank you!! It has the same concept for what I needed.
What a great tutorial! I've never sewn a zipper before and I made a pillow case for my travel pillow and it turned out perfectly watching you step by step! Thank you so much for your expertise!
Thank you so much for making this video, I followed it to the T made two large dog beds with covers for my sister and I feel so empowered!! I appreciate you so much!
You just made me feel like I can do all those pillows I've been longing to make, only that attaching the zipper is so intimidating for me. Thank you so much!
I’ve been sewing since I was a kid, but never messed with zippers. This tutorial is far superior to any other I’ve found! Can be used to make zippered pouches as well, which I’m excited for. Thank you!!
Great video! I’ve been sewing a long time and have never seen a zipper installed this way, but it was perfect! I made a large floor pillow for my office - I work with kids.
Omg! Your explanations in this tutorial are on spot! No one ever told me that the needle had to remain down while ONLY the presser foot raised when you turned your work. My stitches have been off and slipping and it's been a nightmare. Thank you Soo much for your simple effective method! Also, you was totally awesome when you jus folded that pillow b4 putting it in. I woulda been struggling. Lol. God bless you! Going to be using 2 (Frozen themed), fat quarters to make my daughter a lil pillow an wanted to know how to put the zipper in. Never worked with zippers b4. Thank you again! An God bless!
Thank you for a very imformstive and beautifully skilled sewing process. Ive never sew a zipper and you made it so easy for a begiinner like me. Im not afraid anymore for tackling it head on....Much love all the way from South Africa Western Cape.
This is the best video I have found with the clearest explanation, and I’ve watched at least 5 of them before this one, plus several websites. Must be because you are a Newton and so am I. Ha! Thank you!
Thank you so much for this. Your instructions were extremely easy to follow. I especially appreciated the info on the zipper foot. My pillows look amazing!
Nicely done video, very clear instructions and clear videotaping, that’s not always easy and it’s much appreciated! I just needed a refresher for adding a zipper. My husband has a channel, it’s a lot of work.
Wow....you have no idea how much you just taught me today, thank you , my cushions turned out amazing thanks to you, please keep doing what you do, thank you thank you thank you xxxx
Awesome good video. I’m putting a 30” zipper in a large (56” diameter) round pillow cover and this will really help. I’m going to practice with a short zipper on some junk fabric now. Thanks!
Hey Jann! I just love your videos. You explain a complicated process very simply, and you break it down so it's easy to follow. I am making a dog bed with a washable cover using this video (I was going to throw away my son's old egg-crate mattress topper but our dog claimed it). Also, I was thrilled to finally see a RUclips sewing tutorial person using the same machine I have...and not some $$$$ machine I can't afford. You are a lovely person. Thank you for teaching us!
Love your tutorial and your calm voice explaining in detail (which made it so easy) the zipper part. This was my first time sewing a zipper. Thank you 🙏 I wish I could show you my end result of a cushion cover I made. I love it! I also learnt that I could stitch on the outer and inner side of the zipper foot (for my next project ).
very easy to follow and clearly explained, this is a huge help. even if someone has no experience sewing you explained it well enough for a beginner but not so much that it's frustrating for someone more experienced
I agree that this is the best tutorial on putting a zipper into a pillowcase. It explains in more detail what each step should be. I've been searching for such a video because I'm making my own pillows due to the fact the store bought ones are all either too soft or too firm for me. Also, this method seems to make an invisible zipper for your pillows which is a wonderful "plus 👍." TYSM for sharing this video with us.
I do love your tutorial. I want to change our sleeping pillow rectangle size n I’ve found this. The best tutorial ❤️❤️. You explained and showed details and very close to the object. Thank you so much. Hello from Taiwan.
You're great in what you are doing. The universe will reward you for propagating so much creativity into the world. But for now...back to my first zipper. :-)
This video was perfect. I tried 2 others before coming across your tutorial and I am thrilled about how my pillow came out. I just started sewing and plan on watching all your videos. Thanks!
Thank you so much for your detailed instructions! Very much appreciated ….especially I’m going to attempt to sew my first zipper! I’ve been feeling intimidated so I stuck to envelope styles.
Thank you very much for teaching new techniques, while motivating me to start again sewing home decor accessories. Your detailed instructions and suggestions for tools for cutting and sewing are the best.
If you're like me, it's a little intimidating to think about how to sew a zipper into a pillow! Hopefully this sewing tutorial will ease your fears.
✅ PRODUCTS USED IN THIS VIDEO - (affiliate links)
✅ Fabric - amzn.to/35WgJ0w
✅ Pillow Form - amzn.to/35U7Kg3
✅ Scissors - large - amzn.to/33a6PX6
✅ Scissors - small - amzn.to/37512TS
✅ Thread - amzn.to/3fogK04
✅ Fabric Marker - amzn.to/3kXfEd9
✅ Yardstick
✅ Omni Grid - amzn.to/36YjQ7i
✅ That Purple Thang - amzn.to/2IZkTfa
✅ Pins - amzn.to/396SBdx
✅ Zipper
✅ Seam Ripper - amzn.to/373eGXx
✅ Sewing Machine - amzn.to/3frLFZn
✅ Zipper Foot
Jann Newton first time trying a zipper, usually do envelope style!
Thank you for tuturing us and i need somr technique and some design
You don’t explain where to stop once sewing zipper at the ends. I had an idea where, but for the new sewers step by step helps. I love your tutorials ❤️
This is the best tutorial. You are the first one to explain about the zipper foot and actually stating the fact that feet have to be switched out. I also appreciate that you show how to sew the pillow step by step.
I'm glad it was helpful!
I agree!! So glad I found your tutorial.
I’ve allowed zippers to intimidate me for 30 years of sewing!! But no more. Going fabric shopping tomorrow, new pillows here I come!! Thank you
Wonderful! Thanks for watching!
I have been in the same boat as you regarding sewing in a zipper. no longer. I feel I am confident to tackle the "zipper monster" now
I’ve been sewing (or really just playing with this sewing machine lol) for two years and you’ve just made me feel much more confident about trying my first zipper insertion! I’m so glad I found this channel. Your teaching style is easy to follow.
I'm so glad this tutorial was helpful to you! Thanks for watching!
I ve just made a pouch with a zipper for my son. Very good and explanatory
❤️
Jan is a brilliant teacher. Delighted I’ve found her.
Awww, thanks!
Wow! This video is fantastic with directions for a novice like me. Thank you for the clear instructions!
Best tutorial for this I've come across yet as I wanted to see the whole process including the use of the machine (and not everyone shows that bit.) Very informative and simple to follow for a total novice like me..thank you!
I'm so glad this tutorial was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Bobsi, I'm right there with you. Tutorials like this are hard to come by. Love them.
You just save me $ 70 dollars plus hundreds in the future , this video is priceless !
thank you thank you !
I'm glad this tutorial was helpful! Thanks for watching!
@@JannNewtonSewOften Now I'm waiting for seat cushions ha! 😀
This is the easiest and best tutorial I have seen on how to insert a zipper! I will be trying it in the next few days as I sew a pillow cover for a birthday gift. Thank you so much!
Glad it was helpful!
This is a great tutorial! I absolutely love that you are so detailed and you SAY everything you're doing. It makes it so much easier to follow along. Keep doing what you're doing because it's really working. I appreciate that I don't have to read text over the video. And giving tips on what to avoid and why is so helpful! You are amazing. Thank you for all you share.
Thank you for your kind words, and for watching this tutorial!
You're so sweet! And thorough. Really appreciate you pointing out all the small details that some might overlook. Appreciate your teaching! I've been intimidated by zippers since I learned to sew over a decade ago. But this Christmas, my son's getting pillows for his new home! Thank you
I’m glad to have helped! Happy holidays!
I'm new to sewing and have been using a machine for almost two weeks now. I really love your tutorials. You tell us the stitch length and everything we need to make sure it turns out perfect. Plus your camera angles are also great! Thank you :)
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you're finding my tutorials helpful! Thanks for watching!
I have watched several videos to make a pillow cover with a zipper and yours is the best and easiest. My home ec teacher (1963-1967) would be amazed. I don't remember zippers were this easy back then. We only made clothing, but crafting is much more fun and not nearly as stressful.
Glad it was helpful!
It has been 40+ yrs since I put a zipper in. This video gave clear, direct, and absolutely perfect instructions Thank you!
Thanks for watching, and good job!
I just made this pillow and it came out great. I was surprised at how easy the zipper was. Thank you!
Great! Thanks for watching!
Want to add my thanks -- a great tutorial. Instructive. Demonstrative. Clear. Complete. And you have a lovely calm manner. I have now made 5 pillowcases with this. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
Wow, thank you! You've made my day! I love hearing about completed projects. Thanks for watching!
This is one of the best demonstrations of sewing a zipper into a pillow... thanks
I’m glad it was helpful!
Oh my gosh! I know this is an old video but this is the most genius way for a novice to do a zipper. My confidence just shot through the roof. Doh! BASTE IT. 😂
I’m glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Excellent instructions. You must be a teacher. Thank you.
You are welcome!
Thank you! This was the best tutorial about sewing basic pillow covers with zippers that I've found online so far!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
This was the first time I wanted to make something using a zipper without a pattern. I had only done a dress before, and had no idea when the right time to add the zipper would be! I learned so much more from this than I expected to. Thank you so much
You are so welcome!
Never knew how easy it was to put a zipper in. Will be making many more cushion covers now I know how to. Thank you so much.
You are so welcome!
Love how you show the whole thing. So much easier to follow than other videos.
Glad it was helpful!
Wonderful video! Last summer I brought home a little pillow project for camp. Now I have 2 weeks before I go back. This won't be difficult at all. YAY!
Sounds great! Thanks for watching!
Your instructions are so simple and very easy to follow. You are an excellent teacher! Thank you so much!
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!
I like this video better than any pillow zipper video I've seen. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Best zipper pillow demonstrations I've seen. When finished; it looks like an invisible zipper. Going to try it today.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you! I am new to sewing and have a pillow on which I want to replace the zipper. This showed me just what to do and was very straightforward.
Glad it was helpful!
I have been searching all over RUclips for zipper tutorials because I have been trying to make scrunchies with zippers and your video was the best I have found! Thank you!! It has the same concept for what I needed.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you for the step-by-step tutorial. I just finished my first pillow with a zipper and I am so proud..
Great job!
What a great tutorial! I've never sewn a zipper before and I made a pillow case for my travel pillow and it turned out perfectly watching you step by step! Thank you so much for your expertise!
Great job!
Thank you so much for making this video, I followed it to the T made two large dog beds with covers for my sister and I feel so empowered!! I appreciate you so much!
Glad it was helpful!
You just made me feel like I can do all those pillows I've been longing to make, only that attaching the zipper is so intimidating for me. Thank you so much!
You can do it! Thanks for watching!
Wow, that's very comprehensive.Now I can sew my own, too
thank you so much.
I’m glad it was helpful!
I’ve been sewing since I was a kid, but never messed with zippers. This tutorial is far superior to any other I’ve found! Can be used to make zippered pouches as well, which I’m excited for. Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you!! Just made my first pillow with a zipper. Your video really helped! Much easier than I had anticipated.
Glad it helped! Thanks for watching!
Great video! I’ve been sewing a long time and have never seen a zipper installed this way, but it was perfect! I made a large floor pillow for my office - I work with kids.
Wonderful!
Fantastic - so easy to follow this tutorial and love that the zip is 'hidden'.
Thanks for watching! I’m so glad it was helpful.
I just found your video. Game changer for sewing zippers in pillows! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful!
Omg! Your explanations in this tutorial are on spot! No one ever told me that the needle had to remain down while ONLY the presser foot raised when you turned your work. My stitches have been off and slipping and it's been a nightmare. Thank you Soo much for your simple effective method! Also, you was totally awesome when you jus folded that pillow b4 putting it in. I woulda been struggling. Lol. God bless you! Going to be using 2 (Frozen themed), fat quarters to make my daughter a lil pillow an wanted to know how to put the zipper in. Never worked with zippers b4. Thank you again! An God bless!
Thanks for watching, and good luck with your project!
@@JannNewtonSewOften Your welcome and thank you!
Great Teacher !
I certainly am now not second guessing myself of sewing in a zipper. Thank you !
Happy to help!
Absolutely the best tutorial I have ever seen
Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much. I just made 3 throw pillow covers. They came out very nice, thanks to you. Your tutorial was very easy to follow.
Great job!
Thank you Jan this video helped an old timer make a pillow cover in no time!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for a very imformstive and beautifully skilled sewing process. Ive never sew a zipper and you made it so easy for a begiinner like me. Im not afraid anymore for tackling it head on....Much love all the way from South Africa Western Cape.
I'm so glad this tutorial was helpful for you! Thanks for watching!
Thank you for this video! I have always had problems put the zipper in. You are a great teacher! Thank you again.
You are so welcome!
This is the best video I have found with the clearest explanation, and I’ve watched at least 5 of them before this one, plus several websites. Must be because you are a Newton and so am I. Ha! Thank you!
LOL! I’m so glad this tutorial was helpful to you. Thanks for watching!
Thank you so much for this. Your instructions were extremely easy to follow. I especially appreciated the info on the zipper foot. My pillows look amazing!
I’m glad it was helpful! Good job!
Just made my first pillow case using your video. It was very easy to follow. Thank you for making this wonderful video!
Glad it was helpful!
The easiest way to install a zipper that I have found! Thank you so much Jann.
Glad it was helpful!
Yes thank you
Have been sewing for years but have avoided zips, thanks to your video I nesters my first ever zipper! Thanks so much!
Great job!
Love this, you explain it so well. I have never sewed a zipper, this will be my first time .
Glad it was helpful!
This is the best sewing tutorial I have seen. Explains everything clearly and simply and doesn’t waste any time 🤗 thanks so much 👍
You are so welcome!
Yess I agree too.Thank you so much for tutorial
Whoa!!!! I did it! And all because of you and your fabulous video...thank you!!!
Wonderful! Thanks for watching!
OMG, So THAT'S how you do it! Amazing tutorial. Thank you so much.
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!
I have always avoided using zippers but i am so glad I found this tutorial, it's the best I've ever seen! I'll share my results!
Thanks for watching!
One of the best tutorials. You made it look so easy
Glad to hear that!
Making a simple pillow for my cousin and your video helped so much thank you
That's great! Thanks for watching!
Very well explained, I think I can do this. My daughter want a pillow with a zipper and she always has me sew for her... the things I do for my kids!
You can do it! Yes, I would do almost anything for my kids (and grandkids)!
Nicely done video, very clear instructions and clear videotaping, that’s not always easy and it’s much appreciated! I just needed a refresher for adding a zipper. My husband has a channel, it’s a lot of work.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for sharing... your tutorial is simple and easy to understand.
Thanks for watching!
Wow....you have no idea how much you just taught me today, thank you , my cushions turned out amazing thanks to you, please keep doing what you do, thank you thank you thank you xxxx
You are so welcome!
Awesome good video. I’m putting a 30” zipper in a large (56” diameter) round pillow cover and this will really help. I’m going to practice with a short zipper on some junk fabric now. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
Wow the easiest way to put zipper.. now I know how to put Zipper in just a wink of an eye..you superb
Thanks for watching!
Hey Jann! I just love your videos. You explain a complicated process very simply, and you break it down so it's easy to follow. I am making a dog bed with a washable cover using this video (I was going to throw away my son's old egg-crate mattress topper but our dog claimed it). Also, I was thrilled to finally see a RUclips sewing tutorial person using the same machine I have...and not some $$$$ machine I can't afford. You are a lovely person. Thank you for teaching us!
You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!
What a wonderful tutorial! I'm excited to use it to finish a project I started a very long time ago, thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Best tutorial , in my opinion, on how to put in a zipper easily 😄
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Thank you, Jann! This is the simplest yet most helpful tutorial on throw pillows, exactly what I needed :)
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
I have made two pillow cases with a zipper now, this is a wonderful tutorial!! Thank you
Fabulous! Thanks for watching!
This was the best tutorial I've seen explain how to sew a zipper. You explained everything so well. Thank you!
You are so welcome!
Love your tutorial and your calm voice explaining in detail (which made it so easy) the zipper part. This was my first time sewing a zipper. Thank you 🙏 I wish I could show you my end result of a cushion cover I made. I love it! I also learnt that I could stitch on the outer and inner side of the zipper foot (for my next project ).
Glad it was helpful!
very easy to follow and clearly explained, this is a huge help. even if someone has no experience sewing you explained it well enough for a beginner but not so much that it's frustrating for someone more experienced
Glad it was helpful!
You truly are the best teacher! Thank you so much, I will definitely binge-watch all of your videos!
Wow, thank you!
Hands down to this tutor and tutorial. It seems so easy to make a pillow now. ♥️
Thanks so much 😊
Best video I've watched explaining this process (esp the zip!) thank you
Glad it helped!
I agree that this is the best tutorial on putting a zipper into a pillowcase. It explains in more detail what each step should be. I've been searching for such a video because I'm making my own pillows due to the fact the store bought ones are all either too soft or too firm for me. Also, this method seems to make an invisible zipper for your pillows which is a wonderful "plus 👍." TYSM for sharing this video with us.
Glad it was helpful!
I'm very grateful for your quick and easy zipper tutorial! So generous of you to take the time to make this video! Thank you!
You are so welcome!
I have never been able to sew a zipper. This video changed that, thank you!
I’m so glad this tutorial was helpful! Thanks for watching!
My lady you are one good teacher
Thank you!
Merci beaucoup 🌻....very simple and clear and helpful.....I follow you from Algeria 🇩🇿
Thank you for watching!
Brilliant tutorial, all instructions are so clear.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Best video I did it! Proud of myself and could not have done it without your excellent tutorial!
Great job! Thanks for watching!
I just did my first pillow case with the zipper. Your directions were easy to follow. Thank you!
Wonderful! Thanks for watching!
I do love your tutorial. I want to change our sleeping pillow rectangle size n I’ve found this. The best tutorial ❤️❤️. You explained and showed details and very close to the object. Thank you so much. Hello from Taiwan.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you! Just sewed my very first SUCCESSFUL zipper! I’m OFF to the RACES!!!
Great job!
I just successfully put in my first zipper. Thanks for the easy to follow tutorial.
Great job!
My home ec teacher in the 7th grade (1963) taught us this method. Thanks for reminding me how it was done.
Thanks for watching!
Beautiful zipper pillow lady Jann. Yes, it will be great to see the entire process including the machine work.
Thanks for watching!
Thank you, very clear explanation and many small details without talking too much ❤
Thanks for watching!
Best zipper tutorial out there! Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Super easy to follow, excellent tutorial. Beginners can do this.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
Excellent tutorial. I've watch a few on this topic. You're is by far the easiest and most comprehensive method. Thank you.❤
Glad it was helpful!
@@JannNewtonSewOften Thank you. I'll be trying this coming weekend.
Oh my goodness, I've never seen this technique before and it helped SOOO much!! I've struggled with zippers until now. Thank you!!
Glad it was helpful!
You're great in what you are doing. The universe will reward you for propagating so much creativity into the world. But for now...back to my first zipper. :-)
Thanks for watching!
This video was perfect. I tried 2 others before coming across your tutorial and I am thrilled about how my pillow came out. I just started sewing and plan on watching all your videos. Thanks!
You are so welcome!
Thank you, for explaining slowly and with each step... love the video.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching!
OH MY GRAVY! THANK YOU FOR THIS! I have like 50 crocheted pillow covers and they are waiting till I learned to sew the pillow together
Glad it was helpful!
This is EXACTLY what I needed to make my mom a couple of throw pillows! Thank you!
You're welcome! I'm so glad this tutorial was helpful!
Thank you so much for your detailed instructions! Very much appreciated ….especially I’m going to attempt to sew my first zipper! I’ve been feeling intimidated so I stuck to envelope styles.
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much!! You got me through adding the zipper!!
Glad I could help!
Thank you very much for teaching new techniques, while motivating me to start again sewing home decor accessories. Your detailed instructions and suggestions for tools for cutting and sewing are the best.
My pleasure 😊