Detailed STEP BY STEP TUTORIAL on How to Add a Zipper Pocket to any bag, easy to follow instructions

In this tutorial I'll show you how to add an exposed zipper pocket to your projects.

I'll be adding a pocket to an exterior panel of my Juniper Basket.

You can, however, use these instructions to add a pocket to pretty much any bag or pouch you're making as this pocket is easy to adjust to match the needed measurements.

* * * * *

I'm using my Juki TL2000 Qi sewing machine in this tutorial.

Please use #sotakhandmade​​​ when sharing your projects on social media :)

[MeabhR]

Your tutorials are always the easiest to follow and have the cleanest finishes, thank you!

[JERSEYTOMATO]

EXCELLENT- teaching and demonstration— !

[sewwiz]

Thank you! very easy to follow! Perfect!

[ediwrtz]

Thank you so much for this tutorial. I stumbled across your channel when looking for instructions to make a denim tote bag (your video seemed the best to follow). I'm currently in the process of making your denim tote bag, but decided I wanted it to have an internal zipper pocket, so am following this tutorial as well. I'm only a very beginner sewer, knowing nothing whatsoever, but your tutorials are so amazing even I can follow and learn. I've definitely subscribed and want to explore more of your teaching so I can learn to sew. Thank you 😊

[georgielewis]

Beautiful! I can't wait to add some pockets to my chubby tote bags! And gosh your voice is lovely. Thank you so much!

[obetdnn]

You are wise! I love this and can't wait to try it out!

[hschank]

Wow, I’ve always been so scared of doing welt zipper pockets. Wish I had this tutorial a decade ago in fashion tech classes (yes your video was better than my instructor’s directions!!). I can’t wait to try again!!

[sharonjones]

Very nice tutorial. I’ll save it for future reference. Been sewing 52 years and have lately, when not quilting, I work on tote bags. Thanks for posting and sharing your talent.

[yolandadouglas]

Brilliant. You have such a way of making something complicated very doable. Thank you so much - this was extremely helpful

[Arisaema]

Fantastic video, Svetlana. You make the difficult and challenging accessible and doable for all. 💕

[chicamole]

You’re a very good teacher… Thank you 🙏🏼

[genevaharris]

I was stressed before I came across your video. Had a hard time grasping how to do it but this helped TREMENDOUSLY

[ashmanmani]

Love all your tutorials! so clear and easy to follow. Thanks for sharing your projects and tutorials with us beginners!!!

[shantelllavigne]

🌸🌺💐. I always love your videos. Very clear examples, calm and quite! Perfect for teaching. Your a great inspiration and teacher! Thank you so much. 💐🌺🌸

[eddieb]

Thank you so much for this video!!! I've always been afraid to sew zippers in but after watching this video I think I'll give it a try!!

[vickibusybee]

Thank you so much. I’ve never seen that done before. You are such a good teacher and make it easy to understand. 🇦🇺✂️🧵

[Mamima]

As always, your tutorials are easy to follow ... you are an excellent teacher ... thanks so much!

[youngmanmary]

I have watched so many how to add a zipper and it is so difficult for me, I am old I guess ! I do believe yours is the best explanation Clearly

[Jefferylynn]

You are so nice! I love your patterns and videos.

[SharonLBruns]

Thank you for this excellent tutorial. I am excited to try this very soon. I really enjoy your excellent instructions, they make it easy for a novice to understand what needs to be done.