Tb136 Ziela.zip Apr 2026
Secure the zipper face-down against the seam using pins or a hand-basting stitch for more accurate placement. Sewing Instructions
Before sewing, ensure your fabric and zipper are properly prepared to avoid bunching or misalignment. tb136 Ziela.zip
💡 Always test the zipper movement before removing your basting stitches to ensure the fabric doesn't get caught in the teeth. If you'd like, I can provide more details on: Secure the zipper face-down against the seam using
Start from the top and sew down the side of the zipper tape where the lip was created. tb136 Ziela.zip
Using a dedicated zipper foot is essential to get close to the teeth without hitting them.
On the underlap side, fold back approximately inch of the seam allowance to leave a inch "lip" that hides the zipper teeth.

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