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Pin the fabric pieces right-sides together and sew from the bottom up to the marked point where the zipper opening begins using a regular stitch.

Use a top-stitch for a clean, secure, and professional look. lb.zip

For visual learners, this video from Lauren's Top Tops shows the standard centered zip method, while this video from Professor Pincushion covers the process of installing a zipper in a seam. To make sure this fits your project, are you: (clothing) or a bag ? Pin the fabric pieces right-sides together and sew

Install a zipper foot on your sewing machine to allow stitching close to the teeth. To make sure this fits your project, are

If needed, create secure bottom stops by stitching across the zipper teeth multiple times to prevent the pull from coming off.

Use Wonder Tape or pins to secure the zipper tape to the seam allowance.

Once secure, carefully remove the basting stitches in the middle of the seam to reveal the zipper. Finishing Touches