I get a lot of questions from other bag makers about my zippers. I often match my zipper pulls to the fabric I’m using, giving the bag an extra special touch. Today I’m sharing exactly how I make my zippers. I start with a #4.5 or #5 zipper tape, then choose the correct size zipper pull of whichever colour I want to match with my fabrics. I really love the By Annie Zipper By the Yard available at Stitch in the Ditch, and I also use the zipper tape and pulls from Paccana. 

I’ve created a quick video to show the rest. I also include directions for creating a double-pull zipper. 

Not only do I prefer this method, because of the endless possibilities of custom sizes and colours of zippers, but it’s much cheaper than buying these specialty zippers individually. I was able to make a custom coloured 36″ double pull zipper for 50 cents!  Go forth and make zippers! I’d love to hear what you think.