Whenever I need to switch out a zipper, I bring up your video to give myself a refresher. Tonight I just had to watch part of it and I remembered the rest! Thank you so much.
THANK YOU, thank you, thank you!! I own a small alterations business from my home. 100% of my customers say they cannot find anyone who does alterations. This was my first experience removing and replacing a zipper in jeans. You’ve just helped me expand my services. Everything I’ve learned has been credited to UA-cam. I’m excited to dive into your other videos!!
Hello Jennifer, I am thrilled by your enthusiasm! On the UA-cam channel, there are approximately 5-7 free full-length videos but the others are teaser clips available to a student in paid content. All the techniques are shown are taught to complete each task quickly and efficiently, without sacrificing quality. If you are interested in purchasing content from the website let me know, and send me an email where I can send you a discount code towards your first purchase. Once purchased, you have unlimited access to the content.
Thank you for this video. My grand daughter came to me with two pair of jeans shorts with broken zippers. Searched UA-cam and found this instruction video. Even though jean material can be hard to work with the replacement was a success! TY!
Thanks for your remarks. My goal is to teach others wanting to learn Alterations and repairs as trade the how-to in a quick, quality steps. Never to sacrifice quality!
My mom told me I would have to pull the waist band off and completely rebuild the Jean to do this. I think I may teach my mom something from your video. Great job.
@@mediaSophia88 I say definitely! The current workforce is aging and there is so little training available to offer the skills to new workers, there is a great need at this time. When working for myself in a home-based business, I determine how much I want to make an hour/or day and see that number in pant hems. I charge $10 for basic pant hems, and if I perform 2 hems an hour (I can actually perform 5 -6 simple hems) then I am making $20/hour. In my videos, I show you how to replace a coat zipper in under an hour and the cost for that repair in my area is $40(that is what I charge) up to $85. Keep in mind I am talking about alterations and repairs sewing, not craft or dressmaking.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy thanks for the reply. Jackson sewing academy. I found your video interesting. My son broke the zipper on his jeans and lost the button. So, I went on UA-cam to get it replaced. Look forward to more videos. Your very pretty BTW.
1 year ago I left a comment commending you on your instructions after successfully replacing 2 zippers. Today I came back to your video and changed another zipper. This time it was faster but only thanks to referring back to your clear instructions. THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO 💐
This is excellent. Clear instruction without all the usual blur, intros and "about me" ramblings that we see on so many tutorials. Excellent Thank you. Subscribing!
Thank you so much for this step by step video. I had never replaced a zipper before in anything let alone jeans with top stitching, and now my granddaughter has a new pair of jeans!
Thank you for such awesome and proffessional instruction. I am working through replacing the zip on some Levi's, they have some extra stitching but your vid is guiding me through how to do a top job with my newly restored 27k 145 year old Singer. I am however having to watch it at 1/2 speed play back lol. Have never used a sewing machine before, and just love the quality engineering of my old Singer 27k. It's nothing like as fast as your proffessional machine and uses a boat bobbin, but I believe can give a very fine stitch and is robust enough to stitch upholstery leather. Being a bloke in the Scottish highlands and having a love of restoring vintage tractors and my own woodland is one thing, but the technicalities involved in the making of a pair of jeans and your awesome demonstration of how to repair them; has given me a new appreciation for that which I've taken for granted for so long. Thank you
I have been sewing for many years and have always been Extremely intimidated by the thought of replacing zippers, I have removed them but always thought it impossible to put one back in, well last night I watched your video and I'm happy to say I successfully replaced my very first zipper on a pair of jeans thank you so much for the easy tutorial it is greatly appreciated 🥰
Enjoyed the video and watching you work. "Installed" my first zipper in some work pants and if I were paid $100 per zipper, I might starve to death but it's in. All the best!
I wish I had watched your video first. I have already taken out the decorative topstitch I will keep this video for when I replace another one this would sure be easier than what I am going to have to do. Thank you
Thank you so much, just used this video to change a faulty zip on my jeans and it’s perfect!! Even my parents were impressed as my mum hates doing zips and she now knows where to go for future use!! Thanks again!!
You are very welcome. Individual modules are available at Jackson Sewing Academy and there are two zipper modules that cover most zipper replacements in easy to follow steps, just like the jean zipper video. Use the code 20SEW to get $20 off your first module. jacksonsewingacademy.com/zipper-replacements-module-1/jacksonsewingacademy.com/zipper-replacements-module-1/
I’ve been doing clothing repairs and rehab for quite a while, but zippers have always daunted me. I followed your tutorial and have no more trepidation, I’ve done one pair of jeans that came out great, and am working on another right now, following your excellent instruction. I’m considering your course offerings, and think the “small business” alterations might fill the bill, and your 30 day free trial is a real incentive. Thank you for clear instruction.
Hello Gitta, I am glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful. Take some time to fill out the questionnaire on the website and I can better direct you to the lessons that will best suit you. Looking forward to working with you.
After just paying $15.00 (YIKES!!) on just a zipper replacement for a pair of $3.00 thrift store jeans I bought, I need to learn how to replace zippers on jeans. I have a little experience sewing and I own a couple of older sewing machines. I can do minor straight line sewing work but nothing intricate as this. I would love to get back into sewing again as I find it really relaxing. But I do enjoy finding some interesting pieces at thrift shops and making them my own. This is one skill I definitely need to learn how to do. So my sewing fears are zippers (clearly), making button holes, and adding pockets to skirts (most skirts should have pockets...LOL). From all the videos I have seen, this one makes more sense to me as you don't have to rip out the entire jean in order to replace the zipper. This tutorial is perfect. I may go find a cheap pair of to make some alternations to. Thanks for your help.
I am glad that you found this video helpful. I have found over the years that others who do zipper replacements do so in the opposite order that I was taught. In my teaching video of replacing a basic pant zipper, I show you in real-time, how to remove the zipper and replace the new one in under half an hour. Technique and order are very important.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy I thank you so much! Now I replaced the zippers with your method and I love it! A thousand likes and you gave a new subscriber 😊
Very nice video! I I own an alterations shop and am always looking for tidbits of new ideas on how to do things quicker. I have developed a very similar technique to yours over the years. However, I do not remove the stitching at the waistband or the bar tack at the bottom. Instead I cut the old zipper off very close at these points and turn under the ends of the new zipper at the top edge and bottom edge. This way no thread change is needed. I am looking forward to viewing your other video So!
Wow that is amazing i never knew you could cut the zipper and use the hand wheel when going over the teeth! It is always a living hell for me to sew on a zipper.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy I followed this video and did my first ever zipper replacememt, which is a big accomplishment for me, so thanks for this video!!
This is a great technique. Definitely going to give it a go next time. I have a small alteration & repair business from my home studio, this will help save time.☺
Thanks, that is the purpose of my lessons. When sewing projects can be done quickly as well as professionally we tend to enjoy (or at the least, not dread) doing them.
Thanks for this. I loved the tiny stitch hack until I realized I sewed the wrong side of the zipper down🤣🤪 then those tiny stitch required many curse words to take out so I could do it again. But in the end it’s more or less a success. Your going in my playlist of favorite tutorials.
Hello! Got the first side in, watching the second side, and at the 9:01 time mark, you talk about the chalk mark. I didn't remember cutting that side or making a chalk mark, so I re watched the video, and it just skips to there. Can you help fill in the missing part please? I was doing so well until this point! Thanks
Hello, you are correct. The part you are talking about got left out accidently. Once the first side is fully in zip up the zipper as high as it will go and mark the loose side with chalk where the zipper reaches the waistband. Cut the zipper half inch above the chalk mark and this portion is tucked under the waistband. I hope this clarifies the steps.
Looks Good, I love all the tricks. I tried to put a zip in men's dress pants prior to watching the video and the zip always seemed to move and wasn't flat. so hopefully I can do it right this time.
Hello Hayee, I am glad you enjoyed the video. This zipper application is for jeans but we do have a tutorial specifically for men's dress pants available.
Since I screwed up and took out topstitching, I'm thinking I put it back in first so I'm basically then starting where you start at the beginning of the video.
I replaced two pairs of jean zippers yesterday using your instructions. Thank you for the clear explanation. My only problem was I didn’t have a thin foot so I just changed the needle position instead.
Thanks for your comments. I am glad you found the video helpful. And yes, changing needle position is a good substitute when you do not have a narrow foot.
I did not see or hear when/where you put the chalk mark. I am assuming it is at the same level as the other side that was clipped to tucked into the waistband.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy I did. In addition to this issue I need to replace the zipper in heavy Carhartt overalls. Any suggestions, or links. It is a two way zipper
I love this technique, thank you for sharing! I do have a question on what to do with lighter, multi-shade denim. The zipper went out on a crazily distressed pair of jeans and even the fly area has about six definitive shades of blue. Is there a way to make that stitching invisible? What color should I match?
Can you send a picture of the denim? I would pick a mid-shade from the material, or grey and do the same tiny stitching to blend. Do a test spot on the waistband to see if it blends enough. The fact that the material is multi-shaded is what makes the thread blend. When denim is one solid shade this technique can still be done but shows a hair more than with a blended material.
Is a specialised attachment needed for the sewing machine to do this repair? Iv been told that it requires a specialised 'foot' - I can not tel the difference between your attachment and the 'normal' one. Fantastic tutorial, very straight forward, I wouldn't trust myself with that razor blade though, im sure it takes many years of practice. Many thanks for tutorial:)
Hello Lily, I do not change my presser foot to a zipper foot. The foot I use on my industrial machine is an all-purpose foot where the "toes" on each side of the needle are 1/4" wide. This works for most of the zipper replacement techniques I offer in my courses.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy Thank you for your prompt response, its much appreciated! I will check out the size on our sewing machine and hopefully carry out the repair soon. Many thanks!
@@lilya3078 When I use a domestic machine I still use an all-purpose foot that is metal and had the two toes on each side that are a bit wider than the foot I use for my industrial. This foot works just fine too.
Your confidence and efficiency are awesome. I have had a pair of jeans with a broken zipper for years that I've had to slowly/manually zip past the broken part and I'm finally going to fix it. Thank you. Btw, what model is that cool sewing machine? Does it have automatic backstitching?
Thank you for your comment! The machine I use in the video is a basic industrial sewing machine that just does straight stitch and no automatic backpacking.
I think I'm missing something. When you put in the second half of the zipper 'up to the chalk mark', I can't find the part in the instructions for how to create that chalk mark.
You are correct. When we created the video the videographer had me redo this portion and when the footage was put back together the step where I mark the second half of the zipper was edited out. Just prior to this step the zipper is done up to the top of the waistband (the first half is already stitched down). Mark with chalk on the second half the point where the other side of the waistband should be stitched.
In the video, I am using a basic industrial straight-stitch by Relsew. At home, I sew with a domestic but the only domestic I have found that produces similar quality of the industrial is the Singer Heavy Duty.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy Thank you. When I wear jeans, the zipper panel area rubs and/or presses into my skin. This happens whether the jeans seem to fit loosely, tightly, or probably just right. It gets worse as time passes. Part of it may be that the weight of the thick layers creates pressure.
@@melissamybubbles6139 If you could send me a front picture of a pair of jeans on you I can better assess the situation. Feel free to send it to my email at apriljackson323@outlook.com. What I can assume may be happening is this; if the waist of the jeans is being worn lower than a natural waistline ( for example men sometimes where the waist of their pants under their belly where it is thinnest) this causes the material in the front to buckle because the material length does not match your body length in the front rise. Without a picture to refer to that is my assessment. If I am off with this do email me and I can better direct you as to how to correct this issue.
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At 9 minutes you say to line up the chalk mark on the second half of the zipper. What chalk mark? What are you measuring with that chalk mark. I've replayed this a couple of times and can't see/hear you mention making a mark. Great video otherwise! TIA
Hello Ann, thanks for pointing that out. I remember when we videotaped this project that the step where I show how I marked the second side of the zipper, got edited out. Once the first side is sewn in, I mark on the second half of the zipper (which is free at this point) where the bottom of the waistband meets the zipper. I make the chalk mark and then cut 1/2" above the mark. The 1/2' that is above the mark gets tucked into the waistband on the second side. I hope this helps clarify this part of the zipper insertion.
This way of sewing right through the front of the pant only works for material like denim. The stitch needs to be very small in length and the colour of thread should blend well with the denim colour.
I bought a pair of Good American jeans on eBay for $50 (retail $120ish) and, sadly, I *just* realized there was a defect message from seller about a broken zipper...😩😭 So, thanks to you, I'm learning how to sew a new one on, I'm still so annoyed with myself for not seeing that message beforehand 🤦🏻♀️
@@JacksonSewingAcademy yes! I learned how to sew when I was around 12 or 13, so 30 years ago, and have made DIY projects and hemmed and pretty much everything except replace a zipper! Wish me luck lol 😆
So Zippers really do break? I have always worn zipper Jean's and never broken 1 always wore wrangler or Jnco but I recently ordered a pair a Button fly 501 Levi's and I didn't know they were button fly and was looking to switch it to a zipper but now I'm thinking it's better off as buttons if zippers really do break. I have had a broken zipper on a jacket before tho. The website for levi says made in USA but the tag says made in Egypt and I paid alot for them to so I'm not pleased at all by levi and thier false advertising they also have extremely shiney copper buttons and stainless steel silver which looks awkward and Unprofessional.
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I would love to see your take on this site technique. I love learning new things. This method of replacing a broken Jean Zipper was taught to me by a Master tailor when I was 21 and it has worked for the last 30 years.
Whenever I need to switch out a zipper, I bring up your video to give myself a refresher. Tonight I just had to watch part of it and I remembered the rest! Thank you so much.
I am thrilled that you found this video helpful.
THANK YOU, thank you, thank you!! I own a small alterations business from my home. 100% of my customers say they cannot find anyone who does alterations. This was my first experience removing and replacing a zipper in jeans. You’ve just helped me expand my services. Everything I’ve learned has been credited to UA-cam. I’m excited to dive into your other videos!!
Hello Jennifer, I am thrilled by your enthusiasm! On the UA-cam channel, there are approximately 5-7 free full-length videos but the others are teaser clips available to a student in paid content. All the techniques are shown are taught to complete each task quickly and efficiently, without sacrificing quality. If you are interested in purchasing content from the website let me know, and send me an email where I can send you a discount code towards your first purchase. Once purchased, you have unlimited access to the content.
So you know we are few and far between,sewing at home is becoming a LOST art,but a very good way to make a little extra cash.
Thank you so very much because I have always turned away people who needed a zipper replacement in jeans .
Thanks Mae! I offer other lessons at my sewing academy. www.jacksonsewingacademy.com/zipper-replacements-module-1/
Thank you for this video. My grand daughter came to me with two pair of jeans shorts with broken zippers. Searched UA-cam and found this instruction video. Even though jean material can be hard to work with the replacement was a success! TY!
I am pleased you found the tutorial helpful Susan!
Under 13 minutes - Boom! Superb!
Thanks for your remarks. My goal is to teach others wanting to learn Alterations and repairs as trade the how-to in a quick, quality steps. Never to sacrifice quality!
My mom told me I would have to pull the waist band off and completely rebuild the Jean to do this. I think I may teach my mom something from your video. Great job.
Thanks for watching my video. If you have any questions when you try this yourself, feel free to contact me.
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@@JacksonSewingAcademy I have a question. Can people make a living off this can of work?
@@mediaSophia88 I say definitely! The current workforce is aging and there is so little training available to offer the skills to new workers, there is a great need at this time. When working for myself in a home-based business, I determine how much I want to make an hour/or day and see that number in pant hems. I charge $10 for basic pant hems, and if I perform 2 hems an hour (I can actually perform 5 -6 simple hems) then I am making $20/hour. In my videos, I show you how to replace a coat zipper in under an hour and the cost for that repair in my area is $40(that is what I charge) up to $85. Keep in mind I am talking about alterations and repairs sewing, not craft or dressmaking.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy thanks for the reply. Jackson sewing academy. I found your video interesting. My son broke the zipper on his jeans and lost the button. So, I went on UA-cam to get it replaced. Look forward to more videos. Your very pretty BTW.
1 year ago I left a comment commending you on your instructions after successfully replacing 2 zippers. Today I came back to your video and changed another zipper. This time it was faster but only thanks to referring back to your clear instructions. THANK YOU FOR MAKING THIS VIDEO 💐
Thank you for the comments and I'm glad you were able to benefit from within videos.
This is excellent. Clear instruction without all the usual blur, intros and "about me" ramblings that we see on so many tutorials. Excellent Thank you. Subscribing!
Thank you Fran!
I was very impressed. My mother owned a tailor shop for years but I never saw scissor work like that!
Thanks, I appreciate the feedback! I had a great teacher many years ago.
Thank you so, so much! Just bought a new pair of jeans for $7 with a busted zipper and now they're really brand new!!!
I am pleased that you found this video helpful!
Thank you so much for this step by step video. I had never replaced a zipper before in anything let alone jeans with top stitching, and now my granddaughter has a new pair of jeans!
Thanks for the feedback!
Thank you for such awesome and proffessional instruction.
I am working through replacing the zip on some Levi's, they have some extra stitching but your vid is guiding me through how to do a top job with my newly restored 27k 145 year old Singer. I am however having to watch it at 1/2 speed play back lol.
Have never used a sewing machine before, and just love the quality engineering of my old Singer 27k. It's nothing like as fast as your proffessional machine and uses a boat bobbin, but I believe can give a very fine stitch and is robust enough to stitch upholstery leather.
Being a bloke in the Scottish highlands and having a love of restoring vintage tractors and my own woodland is one thing, but the technicalities involved in the making of a pair of jeans and your awesome demonstration of how to repair them; has given me a new appreciation for that which I've taken for granted for so long.
Thank you
I appreciate your comments Chris, and I am thrilled to see that my teaching is reaching out all over the globe.
I just replaced my first Jean zipper. It was so easy following your video! Thanks!
I am so encouraged by your comment and pleased it helped you!
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I have been sewing for many years and have always been Extremely intimidated by the thought of replacing zippers, I have removed them but always thought it impossible to put one back in, well last night I watched your video and I'm happy to say I successfully replaced my very first zipper on a pair of jeans thank you so much for the easy tutorial it is greatly appreciated 🥰
I am thrilled that you found the tutorial helpful.
Enjoyed the video and watching you work. "Installed" my first zipper in some work pants and if I were paid $100 per zipper, I might starve to death but it's in. All the best!
I wish I had watched your video first. I have already taken out the decorative topstitch I will keep this video for when I replace another one this would sure be easier than what I am going to have to do. Thank you
Hello Evelyn, thanks for your comment on this video. Much appreciated!
Thank you so much, just used this video to change a faulty zip on my jeans and it’s perfect!! Even my parents were impressed as my mum hates doing zips and she now knows where to go for future use!! Thanks again!!
You are very welcome. Individual modules are available at Jackson Sewing Academy and there are two zipper modules that cover most zipper replacements in easy to follow steps, just like the jean zipper video. Use the code 20SEW to get $20 off your first module.
jacksonsewingacademy.com/zipper-replacements-module-1/jacksonsewingacademy.com/zipper-replacements-module-1/
I’ve been doing clothing repairs and rehab for quite a while, but zippers have always daunted me. I followed your tutorial and have no more trepidation, I’ve done one pair of jeans that came out great, and am working on another right now, following your excellent instruction. I’m considering your course offerings, and think the “small business” alterations might fill the bill, and your 30 day free trial is a real incentive. Thank you for clear instruction.
Hello Gitta, I am glad you enjoyed the video and found it useful. Take some time to fill out the questionnaire on the website and I can better direct you to the lessons that will best suit you. Looking forward to working with you.
Thankyou very much teacher.
I earned 30 rupees and because of you did it perfectly in first attempt
That is amazing to hear! Just remember to never undervalue your services.
Wow i really amaze you are very good sewer and you do good replacing the zipper
Thank you for the feedback!
Great teaching tutorial for replacing jean zipper, I really learned something from your professional sewing skill.
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Thank you so much for this video. I was very nervous but now have a pair of wearable jeans which look just as they’ve always done. Fantastic tutorial.
Thank you for your feedback!
thank you so much for giving this detailed information on how to change zipper👍🙂
My pleasure 😊
After just paying $15.00 (YIKES!!) on just a zipper replacement for a pair of $3.00 thrift store jeans I bought, I need to learn how to replace zippers on jeans. I have a little experience sewing and I own a couple of older sewing machines. I can do minor straight line sewing work but nothing intricate as this. I would love to get back into sewing again as I find it really relaxing. But I do enjoy finding some interesting pieces at thrift shops and making them my own. This is one skill I definitely need to learn how to do.
So my sewing fears are zippers (clearly), making button holes, and adding pockets to skirts (most skirts should have pockets...LOL). From all the videos I have seen, this one makes more sense to me as you don't have to rip out the entire jean in order to replace the zipper. This tutorial is perfect. I may go find a cheap pair of to make some alternations to. Thanks for your help.
Followed this technique and was a complete success. Well done Jackson Academy for such a good explanation.👍
Thanks for the encouragement! All other video lessons are just as easy to follow and complete!
I have been replacing the zipper so differently, and I love your method! Thank you
I am glad that you found this video helpful. I have found over the years that others who do zipper replacements do so in the opposite order that I was taught. In my teaching video of replacing a basic pant zipper, I show you in real-time, how to remove the zipper and replace the new one in under half an hour. Technique and order are very important.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy I thank you so much! Now I replaced the zippers with your method and I love it! A thousand likes and you gave a new subscriber 😊
what kind of scissors are you using to cut the zipper in the beginning?
Great technique AND clear video showing each step. Heading to my machine right now. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks, Kathy! All the video content in the Jackson Sewing Academy modules are in the same format.
Thank you so much for the informative video! I now can replace a zipper in jeans! 😀
Glad it was helpful!
Very nice video! I I own an alterations shop and am always looking for tidbits of new ideas on how to do things quicker. I have developed a very similar technique to yours over the years. However, I do not remove the stitching at the waistband or the bar tack at the bottom. Instead I cut the old zipper off very close at these points and turn under the ends of the new zipper at the top edge and bottom edge. This way no thread change is needed. I am looking forward to viewing your other video So!
I wish this is real and easy as you do it. I will try to change my zipper tomorrow, thanks for your help!,, I really need it 🥰
Wow that is amazing i never knew you could cut the zipper and use the hand wheel when going over the teeth! It is always a living hell for me to sew on a zipper.
I am glad you enjoyed the tutorial!
I was terrified to try this but your instructions were awesome! Success!
Hello Susan, thanks for the feedback. Do I have your permission to use your comment on my website in testimonials?
Wow! It's amazing, today mi grandson ask me if I can fix his jeans and I say, I'll try, so, I was looking and I found you, thank so much.
I am glad to pass on my knowledge!
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ohhh thank you.. I watched.. then started again and paused ... did along with you!!.. eeeeeeeeeee my first zip since high school haaaa
Thank you for the feedback!
I just replaced my first zipper. Thank you so much.
This video is awesome! Thanks for walking us through this so clearly.
I am pleased you found this video helpful. Be sure to check out other how-to lessons at Jackson Sewing Academy.
She made that look so easy!
My motto is "Everything is easy once you know how!" :)
@@JacksonSewingAcademy I followed this video and did my first ever zipper replacememt, which is a big accomplishment for me, so thanks for this video!!
@@jent3802 I am thrilled to hear that.
I echo the comment below. This was a great tutorial! I just replaced the zipper and it looks great. Thank you so much!
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This is a great technique. Definitely going to give it a go next time. I have a small alteration & repair business from my home studio, this will help save time.☺
Holy mackerel you just saved me so much time. Thank you!
Thanks, that is the purpose of my lessons. When sewing projects can be done quickly as well as professionally we tend to enjoy (or at the least, not dread) doing them.
Thank you so much for this tutorial.
You are so welcome!
Excellent tutorial! Thank you so much!!
Thanks for the feedback!
Thank you so much you made it possible for me replace a zipper on a carhartt work pants your the best
I am glad you were able to use the technique!
great demontration. Made replacing a zipper less daunting.
Thanks Elaine, that is my goal when teaching the trade. Everything is easy when you know how!
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love to know how to fix my zippers on any kind of pants thanks for the tips. Will be taking notes
Happy to help!
Best tutorial ever thank you xx
Thank you very much just learned something new....
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent tutorial. I feel so much better about trying this out now. Thankyou🙂
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Thanks for the outstanding video!
Such a great video. Thank you for sharing your expertise!!
You are welcome, Vanessa! Sharing my knowledge with others is my passion!
that worked, thanks for the generous post!
This was a great tutorial ! Just replaced my zipper in a pair of jeans. Thanks
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Thanks for this. I loved the tiny stitch hack until I realized I sewed the wrong side of the zipper down🤣🤪 then those tiny stitch required many curse words to take out so I could do it again. But in the end it’s more or less a success. Your going in my playlist of favorite tutorials.
Thank you for the feedback. I agree with you that the tiny stitching is a b&$@# to get out.
Hello! Got the first side in, watching the second side, and at the 9:01 time mark, you talk about the chalk mark. I didn't remember cutting that side or making a chalk mark, so I re watched the video, and it just skips to there. Can you help fill in the missing part please? I was doing so well until this point! Thanks
Hello, you are correct. The part you are talking about got left out accidently. Once the first side is fully in zip up the zipper as high as it will go and mark the loose side with chalk where the zipper reaches the waistband. Cut the zipper half inch above the chalk mark and this portion is tucked under the waistband. I hope this clarifies the steps.
Amazing! Thank you!
This is so helpful. Thank you
I did it! It is not perfect like yours, but I did it. Thank you so much for the video!
Thanks for the feedback! Practice makes perfect!
Thank you so much for sharing..i hope i can do it nicely.
Hello Tess, all it takes is a bit of practice. I am sure you will do great!
Looks Good, I love all the tricks. I tried to put a zip in men's dress pants prior to watching the video and the zip always seemed to move and wasn't flat. so hopefully I can do it right this time.
Hello Hayee, I am glad you enjoyed the video. This zipper application is for jeans but we do have a tutorial specifically for men's dress pants available.
Very detailed and easy to follow. I have a question. Did you do just one line of stitches on the button side to hold the zipper in?
Yes I did just do one row of topstitching for this pant. If the pant had double topstitching I would have done the two.
Since I screwed up and took out topstitching, I'm thinking I put it back in first so I'm basically then starting where you start at the beginning of the video.
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I replaced two pairs of jean zippers yesterday using your instructions. Thank you for the clear explanation. My only problem was I didn’t have a thin foot so I just changed the needle position instead.
Thanks for your comments. I am glad you found the video helpful. And yes, changing needle position is a good substitute when you do not have a narrow foot.
I did not see or hear when/where you put the chalk mark. I am assuming it is at the same level as the other side that was clipped to tucked into the waistband.
You are correct, we did a retake when shooting this scene and the clip showing me put the chalk on the other side got cut out by accident.
Thank you for teach me
It's my pleasure
What if the zipper facing is fused down?
Can you send me an image of what you are describing? I have not come across a fused down facing before. Send to apriljackson323@outlook.com
@@JacksonSewingAcademy I did. In addition to this issue I need to replace the zipper in heavy Carhartt overalls. Any suggestions, or links. It is a two way zipper
I love this technique, thank you for sharing! I do have a question on what to do with lighter, multi-shade denim. The zipper went out on a crazily distressed pair of jeans and even the fly area has about six definitive shades of blue. Is there a way to make that stitching invisible? What color should I match?
Can you send a picture of the denim? I would pick a mid-shade from the material, or grey and do the same tiny stitching to blend. Do a test spot on the waistband to see if it blends enough. The fact that the material is multi-shaded is what makes the thread blend. When denim is one solid shade this technique can still be done but shows a hair more than with a blended material.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy I sent it to the outlook email listed on the 'About' page of your UA-cam channel! Thank you for your assistance!
Is a specialised attachment needed for the sewing machine to do this repair? Iv been told that it requires a specialised 'foot' - I can not tel the difference between your attachment and the 'normal' one. Fantastic tutorial, very straight forward, I wouldn't trust myself with that razor blade though, im sure it takes many years of practice. Many thanks for tutorial:)
Hello Lily, I do not change my presser foot to a zipper foot. The foot I use on my industrial machine is an all-purpose foot where the "toes" on each side of the needle are 1/4" wide. This works for most of the zipper replacement techniques I offer in my courses.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy Thank you for your prompt response, its much appreciated! I will check out the size on our sewing machine and hopefully carry out the repair soon.
Many thanks!
@@lilya3078 When I use a domestic machine I still use an all-purpose foot that is metal and had the two toes on each side that are a bit wider than the foot I use for my industrial. This foot works just fine too.
Very very good Ttanks you very much 🌹🌹👍
You are very welcome!
Your confidence and efficiency are awesome. I have had a pair of jeans with a broken zipper for years that I've had to slowly/manually zip past the broken part and I'm finally going to fix it. Thank you. Btw, what model is that cool sewing machine? Does it have automatic backstitching?
Thank you for your comment! The machine I use in the video is a basic industrial sewing machine that just does straight stitch and no automatic backpacking.
Won’t the thread in the bobbin go thru the flap next to the decorate top stitch?
Yes it will but when the proper colour of thread is used along with a very, very small stitch, it will not be noticeable.
I think I'm missing something. When you put in the second half of the zipper 'up to the chalk mark', I can't find the part in the instructions for how to create that chalk mark.
You are correct. When we created the video the videographer had me redo this portion and when the footage was put back together the step where I mark the second half of the zipper was edited out. Just prior to this step the zipper is done up to the top of the waistband (the first half is already stitched down). Mark with chalk on the second half the point where the other side of the waistband should be stitched.
@@JacksonSewingAcademy Thank you so much for the reply. I just finished replacing my first zipper in my jeans following your instructions.
@@richdenton4805 I am so happy to hear that! Feedback like yours is the reason I love teaching the trade!
Hi, what size zipper should you have? 7" or 9" ?
Do i meed to change my presser foot and needle to replace the zipper?
Hello, No you do not need to change the presser foot to replace the zipper, as long as the presser foot "toes" are 1/4 inch or less in width.
Check out this video and the toe width is explained. ua-cam.com/video/poOa7duiHdY/v-deo.html
The 1/4inch toe foot is what I use for the Jean zippers and many other zipper applications. When needed I will use the skinny toed foot.
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Can I ask what sewing machine are you using?
In the video, I am using a basic industrial straight-stitch by Relsew. At home, I sew with a domestic but the only domestic I have found that produces similar quality of the industrial is the Singer Heavy Duty.
How does one fix the problem of the zipper area rubbing and pressing in?
I am not sure exactly what you mean? Could you clarify for me? Is this rubbing and pressing in while sewing?
@@JacksonSewingAcademy Thank you. When I wear jeans, the zipper panel area rubs and/or presses into my skin. This happens whether the jeans seem to fit loosely, tightly, or probably just right. It gets worse as time passes. Part of it may be that the weight of the thick layers creates pressure.
@@melissamybubbles6139 If you could send me a front picture of a pair of jeans on you I can better assess the situation. Feel free to send it to my email at apriljackson323@outlook.com. What I can assume may be happening is this; if the waist of the jeans is being worn lower than a natural waistline ( for example men sometimes where the waist of their pants under their belly where it is thinnest) this causes the material in the front to buckle because the material length does not match your body length in the front rise. Without a picture to refer to that is my assessment. If I am off with this do email me and I can better direct you as to how to correct this issue.
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At 9 minutes you say to line up the chalk mark on the second half of the zipper. What chalk mark? What are you measuring with that chalk mark. I've replayed this a couple of times and can't see/hear you mention making a mark. Great video otherwise! TIA
Hello Ann, thanks for pointing that out. I remember when we videotaped this project that the step where I show how I marked the second side of the zipper, got edited out. Once the first side is sewn in, I mark on the second half of the zipper (which is free at this point) where the bottom of the waistband meets the zipper. I make the chalk mark and then cut 1/2" above the mark. The 1/2' that is above the mark gets tucked into the waistband on the second side. I hope this helps clarify this part of the zipper insertion.
Students of the sewing course get notes that accompany the videos which address points such as these and give more, in-depth explanations.
Jackson Sewing Academy I was looking for the same answer. Is it possible to add a text note at that point in the video?
@@nwhummingbird I will inquire how to add text notes and do that. Thanks, Debbie!
Hello help how you sew and not see the seams outside the pants
This way of sewing right through the front of the pant only works for material like denim. The stitch needs to be very small in length and the colour of thread should blend well with the denim colour.
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Some people are very confident with their thread snipping! 😶
I still cut my share of 'holes' from time to time!
i thought i was fast at threading the machine!!!!
I should have watched this before I took the zipper out and removed the topstitching! DANG it!
I bought a pair of Good American jeans on eBay for $50 (retail $120ish) and, sadly, I *just* realized there was a defect message from seller about a broken zipper...😩😭 So, thanks to you, I'm learning how to sew a new one on, I'm still so annoyed with myself for not seeing that message beforehand 🤦🏻♀️
Thanks for the feed back. Because of this you will be learning a new skill!
@@JacksonSewingAcademy yes! I learned how to sew when I was around 12 or 13, so 30 years ago, and have made DIY projects and hemmed and pretty much everything except replace a zipper! Wish me luck lol 😆
@@annabelle8214 Everything is easy when you know-how! I have faith in you👏
@@JacksonSewingAcademy thank you! 💜
So Zippers really do break? I have always worn zipper Jean's and never broken 1 always wore wrangler or Jnco but I recently ordered a pair a Button fly 501 Levi's and I didn't know they were button fly and was looking to switch it to a zipper but now I'm thinking it's better off as buttons if zippers really do break. I have had a broken zipper on a jacket before tho. The website for levi says made in USA but the tag says made in Egypt and I paid alot for them to so I'm not pleased at all by levi and thier false advertising they also have extremely shiney copper buttons and stainless steel silver which looks awkward and Unprofessional.
where can i find the zipper ?
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dammm...... she's fast...i think i will cut my finger or my hand😨
I do cut myself once in a while....I always say "Just don't bleed on the customers clothing!". Lol
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Wow is there someone really know how here? I think theres something wrong?
Could you elaborate on your comment?
Mam im a master of repairing jeans i can show you if you want its because i love jeans and you really didnt do it right
Repairing and sewing jeans is my life since a was 13 and now im 26 and i can really say something about this
I would love to see your take on this site technique. I love learning new things. This method of replacing a broken Jean Zipper was taught to me by a Master tailor when I was 21 and it has worked for the last 30 years.
In denim? Master tailor?