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Practical guides to buttons, zippers, elastics, labels, ribbons and all sewing accessories – sizes, types and how to attach them.

Metal or Plastic Zipper – Which to Choose for Jeans, Jackets and Bags Metal or Plastic Zipper – Which to Choose for Jeans, Jackets and Bags Metal or plastic zipper – it's a choice everyone faces when making or mending jeans, a jacket or a bag. Read more → How to Choose Zipper Length – Measuring Guide and Chart by Garment How to Choose Zipper Length – Measuring Guide and Chart by Garment How to choose zipper length is one of the most common questions in sewing and clothing repairs. Read more → How to Sew an Invisible Zipper in a Dress or Skirt – Step by Step How to Sew an Invisible Zipper in a Dress or Skirt – Step by Step An invisible zipper, also called a concealed zip, is the neatest way to close a dress or skirt – from the outside... Read more → How to Shorten a Zipper – Coil, Metal and Separating, Step by Step How to Shorten a Zipper – Coil, Metal and Separating, Step by Step Learning how to shorten a zipper is easier than it looks, and it is often quicker than hunting for a zip in... Read more → Zipper Sizes No.3, No.5 and No.8 – How to Choose the Right Gauge Zipper Sizes No.3, No.5 and No.8 – How to Choose the Right Gauge Zipper sizes are marked with a number – No.3, No.5, No.8 and, less often, No.4, No.7 or No.10 – and understanding it... Read more → How to replace a jacket zipper – step by step How to replace a jacket zipper – step by step Is your favorite jacket's zipper broken? Replacing a zipper is within everyone's reach, provided you have a sewing machine and a little... Read more → Types of zippers – coil, metal, open-end and closed-end Types of zippers – coil, metal, open-end and closed-end The zipper seems simple, but there are many types that differ in tooth material, opening method, and size. Read more → How to fix a zipper – 6 quick home solutions How to fix a zipper – 6 quick home solutions A broken zipper is the reason many clothes remain forgotten in the closet. Read more →