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Pin the fabric pieces right-sides together and sew from the bottom up to the marked point where the zipper opening begins using a regular stitch.

Use Wonder Tape or pins to secure the zipper tape to the seam allowance.

Switch to a basting stitch (long, temporary stitch) to close the remaining opening, and press the entire seam allowance open. Installation: Setting the Zipper lb.zip

Installing a zipper, or a separated (like a jacket) one? Let me know, and I can tailor the instructions further. Install a Zipper in the Center of a Seam

Install a zipper foot on your sewing machine to allow stitching close to the teeth. Pin the fabric pieces right-sides together and sew

Use a top-stitch for a clean, secure, and professional look.

If needed, create secure bottom stops by stitching across the zipper teeth multiple times to prevent the pull from coming off. Installation: Setting the Zipper Installing a zipper, or

Once secure, carefully remove the basting stitches in the middle of the seam to reveal the zipper. Finishing Touches