Sewing a Zipper Overlay

In this video we sew a 6 inch Zipper overlay to a lining panel of the Ethel Tote by Swoon Patterns.
Zipper overlay is sewn to the lining fabric and around the zipper window at a 1/8'' seam allowance.
Lining Fabric is a cotton fabric interfaced with a lightweight woven interfacing prior to cutting.
***** PLEASE NOTE-- This bag did not need to be turned through the zip pocket.
If turning the bag through the zipper pocket, you will still construct the same way, however you will need to have 2 separate zipper pocket lining pieces OR cut the bottom of the zipper pocket lining off once constructed to create an opening to turn through.
Notes for adding an Overlay to a pattern without a zipper pocket--
The zip pocket lining fabric and zipper should measure 2 inches wider than the zipper window in the overlay. ( ex. for a 6 inch overlay the pocket lining and zipper would measure 8 inches wide.) The length would be determined by the pattern. I suggest at least a half inch in addition to the seam allowance from the bottom of the lining fabric.
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Sewing Machine used:
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Free Sewing Pattern at Swoon Patterns -- The Ethel Tote:
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[@EM-xj3ls]

This way is so much easier. Quick and to the point. Other tutorials explained with too much info. Thank you

[@sewhelenrichardson]

thank you - very clear and speedy tutorial

[@user-vn8su2sw3e]

Thank you very helpful!.

[@barbarayannatta9558]

Thank you for the tutorial on how to sew a zipper overlay. Explained very well.

[@Truthlover4U]

Thank you ❤

[@justmep61]

Love your step-by-step tutorial. You explained the steps so well. And I love the zipper overlay!

[@JoleeleeCreations]

Thank you so much!❤

[@sharonarmstrong4578]

This is a wonderful tutorial. Thank you

[@ThatsSewJules]

Fantastic tutorial!

[@jackieremis6533]

Thank you.

[@sharonarmstrong4578]

I love doing my zippers this way. How would I go about it if I have to turn the bag through the pocket?

[@JoleeleeCreations]

Just make sure to leave a hole in the bottom of the pocket, you can use two pieces of fabric, or just cut open the end at the fold

[@sharonarmstrong4578]

@@JoleeleeCreations thank you

[@sutela2060]

Thank you so much😊 where did you get these zipper overlay eith your name on??, looks beautiful😊 what stitch length did you use??

[@JoleeleeCreations]

We offer those on our website. Www.joleeleecreations.com I use a 4 stitch length

[@melanielarson349]

Excellent tutorial! Thank you!