How to Add a Zipper Overlay

In this video, I will show you how to add a zipper overlay to your bag or pouch. This is a great way to give your zipper a bit of an upscale look! This can be used either for the exterior of the bag or for the lining (it works well with lining fabric attached to Shape Flex interfacing also!).
Before you begin, please download the Zipper Overlay pattern pieces here: tinyurl.com/rcc3kb7u
We also have an optional Zipper Overlay acrylic template available here: tinyurl.com/2hepd6fp

[@gladtidings4all]

Thanks for the free template and thanks for taking the time to show every step. I’m a newbie sewer and I can sew by watching every step which you make so easy to watch without skipping any steps! Thanks so much! I really enjoy this video! ❤️

[@conishkee]

6/10/23: Thanks Sara for this very informative video as well as the free templates. It gives it the right finishing touch and I cannot wait to try it in my bags.

[@lorainejones2375]

Thank you for a great tutorial.I liked that you explained it at a moderate pace, so that the content could be clearly processed.

[@dianneme6266]

Happy Mother's Day Sara!! Hope you are enjoying your day.

[@yeaz0317]

Thank you for taking the time to show the entire process including the cutting. Great tutorial as always and this overlay will make so many custom orders look more professional!

[@Sewlady718]

Thank you for showing all the steps. I was wondering how the overlay pattern was going to work! Excellent video as usual. Thanks.

[@wendeedraves2998]

Where do I find the pdf?

[@MarieH528]

As usual, a very clear and concise tutorial-You inspire people to try different techniques and build their confidence to keep sewing and creating! Thank You for Sharing and Have a great vacation time with Your family!

[@doloresriggle5372]

You did an excellent job of demonstrating how to install a zipper overlay. I took notes while watching your tutorial, and I downloaded the PDF. Wish me luck !! LOVE your videos !!❤

[@MultiCaro2011]

I always wondered how they did the overlay on the zipper! Thank you Sara 😊❤️

[@teresacleator_9937]

Thank you. It was good to watch the fiddly bits. Always enjoy your work.

[@roxannericchio3556]

Thank you Sara for another excellent video! So very helpful!

[@patstrawhouse4005]

Thanks, Sara. Fabulous tutorial, as always!
Stay well!
Muskoka On 🇨🇦

[@ginagiron8359]

Thank you Sara for the templates and the explanation, I love all your works, you made it so easy!

[@agooddaytocraft]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. That does add a beautiful finish to the bag. And I don't know what it is but I can't ever see you seeing too much. Keep up the good work.

[@kristiedington7353]

Thank you so much! Great tutorial.

[@emmaheap1518]

So love your tutorial videos! Easy to follow and understand, and I always learn something I didn't know before!

[@lw7967]

Great tutorial! I like to use Kraftex as an overlay also. I especially like the leather look color. It comes in so many colors to add a pop of color to any bag. Thank you for all you do! I learn something every time!

[@thesparrowsnest8343]

Very helpful. Thanks for sharing.

[@bettychamplin8751]

Thanks so much for this tutorial. All your work is so professional

[@k3of5ks]

This is SO good. Thank you! ❤️🌵🇺🇸

[@brendaeves3236]

Thank you for that clear tutorial.

[@Statch011]

This was so helpful! Thank you so much.

[@tinkerfeet]

Thank you so much 💗 This is so helpful 💗

[@shariz2998]

Great technique. Thank you!

[@anngreene2921]

Great teaching video!

[@claudiab.878]

Really awesome! Thank you so much!

[@sloppyjoe3617]

Thank you! THIS is how it's done.

[@AnaPaula-xp2dk]

Sara amo seus trabalhos são lindos, obrigado por ensinar. 💖💖💖💖

[@ruthporath4700]

Thank you for this video . I have a progwt I want to fo & I had mo idea how to make the zipper pocket...until now. Thank you so much

[@mariagonzalez-qt8nc]

Thank you so very much. ❤️

[@sewingroom8625]

Hi Sew Sweetness, thank u, thank u, I have always wanted to learn how to do this, thank u

[@valeriethompson5799]

Thank you!

[@charlenejutras1595]

GENIOUS!

[@garethevans7850]

Another 'how do they do that' explained in a simplistic way. Great video as always, thank you

[@baharcahobi]

Paylaşım için teşekkürler 😊

[@lorenavaldivia7946]

Hi Sarah, when exactly do you install the rivets. Before sewing the zipper or after?
Thanks for the excellent tutorial

[@margaret5632]

Thanks

[@bathildis6590]

Danke

[@Brineytoes]

I love the look, but cutting is difficult for me. Will there be an SVG file available? Thanks so much for your great instruction!

[@Jeanne6585]

Do you ever edge coat the edge before adding it to the fabric?

[@user-ct9kr9wm2z]

What kind of thread is used to sew vinyl and faux leather, and can I find it on Amazon or AliExpress?

[@petersiliekrause2203]

Thank you so much for this tutorial.
I was wondering how to make these from fraying fabric 🤔
Add a seam allowance of 1/4“ to the pattern, cut two from the fabric (or 1 from fabric and 1 from wigofil), match them right sides together, sew around, cut back the seam allowance after sewing. Then draw the zipper center line, cut, turning right sides out and flip the seam allowance to the inside and press, Then install the zipper as shown. Would that work?

[@bronwyncarr6714]

I asked the boss and she replied "I don't really know how best to do it in fraying fabric. It would be hard-pressed to make that application look nice, so I would probably skip it in a fabric that frays.

[@user-ct9kr9wm2z]

What kind of thread is used to sew vinyl, and can I find it on Amazon or on Ali Express?

[@bethjenkinson818]

What scissors do you use? They look super sharp!

[@dawnmccray8327]

This is what I came to the comments for. I'd love to know too.

[@bammyadey4568]

Thks.
Pls, how do I get the pdf pattern?

[@meema1961]

Where is the pdf for the overlay?

[@sarahmd5442]

💐Happy Mother's Day💐

[@janstetler9888]

I love this so much, Sara! Are there going to be templates?

[@petersiliekrause2203]

It‘s in the video discription: There’s a link to the pdf file, and a link to the acrylic templates she sells.