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Taught by Amanda Todaro of Ditto
Zippers are a common way to close garments, but sewing them can sometimes seem tricky. Amanda Todaro is a sewing educator from Ditto patterns and has been sewing clothing for herself and others for over 20 years. She demonstrates three of the most common types of zippers for garments: lapped zippers, invisible zippers, and fly front zippers. With a little practice, you'll be able to sew any of these zippers with ease.
Learn how to:
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Zipper of desired length
- Sewing machine
- Woven, non-stretchy fabric
- Iron and ironing surface
- Scissors and snips
- Pins
- Iron-on interfacing
Downloads:
- Work with interfacing
- Shorten zippers
- Baste stitches
- Install a lapped zipper
- Sew an invisible zipper
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Garment Sewing with Woven Fabrics: Zippers Reviews
34 users recommended this class to a friend
Melissa Sharp
Simple, straightforward instructions. Beginners, know that zipper tape is not required for installation but it does help if you are struggling with placement.
July 25, 2025
Brenda Gethers Henderson
this class was informative, she took her time and I understood.
More than 3 months ago
Tamara George
Incredibly helpful to see how these three zipper types are done. I feel more confident to make a pair of zip-up pants now. Thank you!
More than 3 months ago
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