How to Shorten a Zip | Quickest Method!

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  • How to shorten a zip. The quickest method!
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  • @ValeriaEntertainment
    @ValeriaEntertainment Рік тому +33

    Thank you!! You saved my project today! And saved me money 💰 I had no idea that I could shorten a zipper myself.

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  Рік тому +3

      This is why I do these videos! So glad it helped. x

  • @jazveenx1960
    @jazveenx1960 3 роки тому +59

    wow!! was a bit nervous to try it cuz it seemed hard, but to my pleasant surprise it came out perfect!! thank u so much 💖💖💖🥺 Great video

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +2

      Yey! So glad! x

    • @WoolyLinen
      @WoolyLinen 3 роки тому +1

      This gives me hope 😅 I’m in the same boat. Giving it a try after this video.

  • @winterblommetjie
    @winterblommetjie 3 роки тому +8

    Thank you so very much I bought zips of all sizes that were on sale at a market a while back and I wasn't sure if they are adjustable. But they are thank you for showing me how, sending you tons of love and good vibes 😘💕😘💕

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! Happy sewing and shortening haha. X

    • @winterblommetjie
      @winterblommetjie 3 роки тому +1

      @@Jessalli lol thanks dear have a great day 💐

  • @sarah18497
    @sarah18497 3 роки тому +18

    Awesome video!
    I was about to cut the wrong part ^.^
    Thank you for sharing your wisdom!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +1

      You're so welcome!! x

  • @susieatlas800
    @susieatlas800 3 роки тому +10

    Thank you for this video! Super helpful. In your opinion, if you were to buy a pack of 100 invisible zips, which do you think is the most overall convenient length? 9", 12", or 16"? (sorry those are in inches).

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +8

      I'd always go longer as you can shorten but you can't lengthen haha. Glad you found the video helpful. Happy sewing! X

  • @VultureSkins
    @VultureSkins 2 роки тому +2

    I did this by hand and it was super easy, thanks for sharing this video!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 роки тому

      You're so welcome!

  • @lc8053
    @lc8053 3 місяці тому +1

    Such a great video, made my project I'm trying to finish so easy. subscribed and liked- thanks for the amazingly great content!!!!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 місяці тому

      This is so nice! Thank you so much! 🧡

  • @lmsk5178
    @lmsk5178 3 роки тому +2

    Thanks so much for this very brief and clear video!

  • @MarrrBits
    @MarrrBits 10 місяців тому +2

    Thank you! Such an easy and helpful tutorial!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  10 місяців тому

      You're so welcome. Glad it was helpful! x

  • @lindabui2857
    @lindabui2857 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this!!! Quick and to the point :)

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 роки тому +1

      You're welcome! Thank you so much! x

  • @SH-nb7uj
    @SH-nb7uj 8 місяців тому +1

    This was so helpful, thank you so much!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  8 місяців тому

      You're so welcome! Thank you.x

  • @kuriputful
    @kuriputful Місяць тому

    After cutting off the extra length, can the teeth (from zigzag stitches to cut end) be removed? I find that they bunch up when making small coin purses.

  • @eyeonart6865
    @eyeonart6865 3 роки тому +2

    Great video, just what I needed

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому

      Glad I could help. X

  • @WalkingScriptureWithShanna
    @WalkingScriptureWithShanna 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant, thank you!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 роки тому

      You're very welcome! x

  • @shea5542
    @shea5542 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you!!!

  • @simplyyvetta2676
    @simplyyvetta2676 Рік тому +2

    thank you thank you thank..... simple and to the point!

  • @MsAMJacobsen
    @MsAMJacobsen 3 роки тому

    Thank you! This was perfect!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 роки тому

      You're so welcome! Thank you x

  • @gabrielaj7008
    @gabrielaj7008 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you this was very helpful

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому

      I'm so glad! Thank you. x

  • @cherylharris5695
    @cherylharris5695 2 місяці тому +1

    Video was very helpful; really appreciate that.

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  Місяць тому

      Glad it was helpful! Thanks so much. x

  • @rokkimimmi45
    @rokkimimmi45 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you! This really helped me because i have hard time to find right size zip to my jacket.

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 місяці тому +1

      Great! Thanks so much! x

  • @wonderbu598
    @wonderbu598 3 роки тому +3

    I don't have a sewing machine, how can I do it with sewing needles? Thanks.

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +9

      You can use a needle and thread and just sew loads of stitches in one place over the teeth instead of the zig zag. x

  • @joanoconnor3896
    @joanoconnor3896 3 місяці тому +1

    Thank you from sharing this quick tip.

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 місяці тому

      You are welcome! Thanks so much! 🧡

  • @celestial4650
    @celestial4650 Рік тому +1

    Should we use the zipper foot to sew the zip? Thank you so much for this tutorial

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  Рік тому +1

      Only when installing the zip into your project, just use your normal foot for this method. x

    • @cherylharris5695
      @cherylharris5695 2 місяці тому

      Yes 'cos if you was to use the zipper foot for securing.... you'll have a broken needle hun.

  • @niks5421
    @niks5421 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you sooooo much!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому

      You're so welcome! x

  • @emm1536
    @emm1536 2 роки тому

    How do you turn the feed tracks off if I can't shorten the length?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 роки тому

      Either theres a switch at the back or front of your machine, at the base. Or you may have a darning plate in your accessories to cover them up.

  • @marianamarcos4278
    @marianamarcos4278 3 роки тому +1

    thanks!!!!! very helpfull

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому

      You're very welcome! x

  • @johannarosenfield3254
    @johannarosenfield3254 Рік тому +1

    Would this work for shortening a heavy duty jeans zipper?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  Рік тому

      Yes although you can buy metal zip ends to squeeze around the teeth. x

  • @marcitrussell1138
    @marcitrussell1138 3 роки тому +2

    awesone ty

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому

      Glad I could help! x

  • @shaakiraally7748
    @shaakiraally7748 2 роки тому +1

    Want to try it just not sure which sewing machine I must use🙃

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 роки тому

      You have more than one? You can use any sewing machine. x

  • @idontusegmail7102
    @idontusegmail7102 2 роки тому +1

    Always wondered how to stop the zip.

  • @myfavourites5272
    @myfavourites5272 3 роки тому +4

    My zip is short how I attach two zips together?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +2

      I'm afraid you can't lengthen a zip, you'll have to buy a new one. x

  • @flyingS0up
    @flyingS0up 2 роки тому +1

    Saved my butt thank you so much

  • @shaakiraally7748
    @shaakiraally7748 2 роки тому +2

    Thank u for this video

  • @tarabean1892
    @tarabean1892 4 роки тому

    Do you know how to shorten a bodycon dress with a zipper all the way down?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  4 роки тому +1

      Unfortunately for open end zips, this would be tricky. You can use the zig zag method on both ends, but it wouldn't be very strong, you might have to replace the zip! x

  • @tankgirllovesroos
    @tankgirllovesroos 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +1

      You're welcome x

  • @twinkiefaith1311
    @twinkiefaith1311 3 роки тому +2

    How do you cut through the plastic part of the zipper?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +4

      Sharp scissors, just don't use your nice fabric scissors. 😊

    • @twinkiefaith1311
      @twinkiefaith1311 3 роки тому

      @@Jessalli thank you!

  • @irishcamper2106
    @irishcamper2106 4 роки тому +3

    Thank you, very helpful tutorial. 🙏 🌺

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  4 роки тому

      You’re very welcome 😊x

  • @isa_reaper2593
    @isa_reaper2593 3 роки тому +1

    Do you have to use a zigzag stitch?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +2

      It would be better and easier, or you can do a long (5mm) straight stitch back and forth over the teeth?

    • @isa_reaper2593
      @isa_reaper2593 3 роки тому

      @@Jessalli Ok thank you

  • @Unknown-ss7jb
    @Unknown-ss7jb 3 роки тому

    How do I chop metal?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому

      Don't cut them with scissors, use pliers/wire cutters to pull them off. x

  • @shamoymckenzie5693
    @shamoymckenzie5693 3 роки тому +2

    I usually cut the zipper to the desired length then use a lighter to burn the teeth where it ends then press it with a pair of scissors....

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому

      If it's plastic yes, this way is a little safer haha. x

  • @rinainamdar7362
    @rinainamdar7362 2 роки тому +1

    Thnku

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 роки тому

      You’re welcome! 🧡

  • @ssj1507
    @ssj1507 Рік тому +1

    2:16 I can do this with a couple of staples and super glue... right?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  Рік тому

      Eeeekkk if you want to?!? Haha.

    • @cherylharris5695
      @cherylharris5695 2 місяці тому

      If you want that grunge punkified look😮

  • @spongebobby188
    @spongebobby188 3 місяці тому +1

    But how do u shorten a zip that's already on a garment?!

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 місяці тому

      That is very tricky. As you’d need to re-sew the other side too. I’m not sure why you would shorten a zip already on a garment? Maybe you could give me an example? X

  • @ashk5400
    @ashk5400 3 роки тому +11

    What a coincidence. I am currently trying to shorten a zip that is exactly the same colour and type of zip in this video 😂🤯

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  3 роки тому +1

      Yay! The chances! 🤣

  • @Nobodyknows667
    @Nobodyknows667 9 місяців тому +1

    What happens if you don’t have a sewing machine?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  9 місяців тому +1

      You can do a wrap around method with a needle and thread. Just make sure it's well knotted. x

  • @danahunt9995
    @danahunt9995 2 роки тому +1

    The zipper you shown was for a sweater. Please show for a coat that has to open all the way.

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  2 роки тому

      Sadly you can't shorten open ended zippers, as you need the end bit to make it work. If the top of the open ended zip is hidden, you can just remove the metal teeth with pliers and neaten it from that end.

  • @starrspoter
    @starrspoter 2 місяці тому

    and if u dont have a sewing machine?

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  Місяць тому

      Use a needle and thread to stitch and wrap it round loads. x

  • @raylenewhitford3987
    @raylenewhitford3987 Рік тому +19

    It is just me or did she tell us she was going to show us a really quick way to shorten a zip four times before she actually started showing us….

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  Рік тому +19

      You can skip it...

    • @chachacornejo633
      @chachacornejo633 Рік тому +9

      GOSH!!! Really... be nice or just don't watch! 🙄

    • @lizthemetalsmith
      @lizthemetalsmith Місяць тому +3

      There’s really zero reason to ever be rude to someone on the internet who is offering you their knowledge of a skill they’ve honed completely for free.

    • @stephaniesmith4832
      @stephaniesmith4832 17 днів тому

      It's not just you no matter what others are saying

  • @sedikbouzidi3497
    @sedikbouzidi3497 2 місяці тому

    Are you married ??

  • @panderichthys_rhombolepis
    @panderichthys_rhombolepis 2 місяці тому +1

    So much of the video was spent on her telling us that she is going to show us 'this really quick and useful method's.

    • @Jessalli
      @Jessalli  Місяць тому

      Well SHE apologises. You can skip ahead if you wish?

  •  Рік тому +1

    Thank you!!!