How To Make a Simple Zipper Pouch | Beginner Sewing Tutorial

Learn how easy it is to make a simple zipper pouch. This is a beginner sewing tutorial full of helpful tips and ideas.

Putting in a zipper can seem overwhelming and intimidating, but once you sew a zipper using the techniques in this video, you’ll realize how fun it really is and want to make more!

Learn how to cut down a zipper that is too long.

AT THE END OF THE VIDEO I go over some fun ways to embellish your zipper pouch.

GET THE PATTERN HERE:
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MAKE A SCRAPPY FABRIC QUILTED ZIPPER POUCH VERSION

0:00 Introduction
1:16 Materials & Items Needed
1:25 Cutting Out
3:56 Zipper Tabs
4:52 Zipper Preparation
11:31 Zipper Application
17:41 Optional Label/Tag Application
18:30 Putting It All Together

BONUS INFORMATION: 26:44

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[gabyaugusti]

I agree, very calm voice, no music, and great speaking tone and speed

[marymiller]

Best video ever. Camera angle was perfect. Sewing speed up at times, perfect (don't have time to watch you sew.) Been sewing for 60+ years and learned so much today. Thank you Jan!

[skeingamepodcast]

Thank you for not having background music over the tutorial. This was so easy to follow.

[mrsmus]

So many tutorials I’ve seen and I must say THIS IS THE MOST DETAILED AND BEST ONE out there. I’m so thankful I came across it!

[nerysyoung]

There are lots of these zipper pouch videos but you went to the trouble of explaining about zipper feet, and how to cut metal vs plastic zips. Thanks so much. This was ace!

[marthaakina]

Thank you for being an awesome teacher. Easy to follow your instruction with no distractions and no missing step. Very through. Awesome!

[fleurazalea]

This tutorial with the pattern instructions was a lifesaver! My daughter is getting married next month. She found this cute little handbag for the wedding but it needed a lining. I struggled with finding a solution until I followed your tutorial. THANK YOU for sharing your expertise!

[lindakauffmann]

I love the preciseness of these directions. Your voice and pace are easy to follow. The filming is also a big help and no annoying music. You do make this seem possible to do. Thanks!

[sarahbillson]

Nice, calm and easy to follow tutorial - thank you. No distracting background music either 👏🏻

[margaretwood]

Your tutuorials are great. You get right to the point and don't go off talking about other things unrelated to your topic. You go at just the right speed and show exactly what you are doing; close up. Keep up the good work Jan, it's appreciated

[sluebke]

I have to say you are such a good teacher. I love the extent you go to explaining how to do things. I haven't used my sewing machine in quite a while, but I am going to start practicing on it today, and can't wait to watch some of your other videos.

[worldgonemad]

Speaking as one who has made many ugly zipper pouches using various y/t tutorials, I can safely say this is the most professional by far!
Thank you Jan, for sharing your expertise with us💕🕯

[hollymace]

I just found you and your straight-forward, no nonsense, detailed instructions. THANK YOU for this tutorial. Made a two-toned bag today and love it so much. You’re a gem 💎

[azwife]

I just stumbled onto this tutorial. Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I've made quite a few of these zippered bags over the years as gifts for friends and family, and I'm about to retire and I plan on making a lot more. The tips you share, as well as the close up views are absolutely wonderful and I will be using your tips when I make future bags.

[hawkeyeNL]

That "not stitching the top stitch till the end" was the point I was stuck on, all those past projects. Thanks for sharing.

[isellorganic]

I’ve been sewing things for years. I have a really nice Bernina, but it has been in the closet for years. I really need to " re familiarize" myself with the machine. ololol I did make a few items with a zipper but that was YEARS ago. I need a refresher course & I’ve watched other instructional videos and still got lost because they sped up the video. Yours was the only one I’ve seen that actually makes me want to watch all the way through. I wanted to make a whole bag for a trip that I am taking and a nice one for my son's wedding in April. I have time over the holidays since I will be home & I am going to do yours first & follow the step by step instructions. Thank you so much for your excellent descriptions

[anjgraham]

So nice to find a tutorial with calm and clear voice over (and not poorly chosen loud music) 😊

[debbiedoud]

Thanks for such detailed instructions.
Many bag tutorials do not explain how to properly get those zipper tabs neatly in place.

[jessemerick]

Thank you, a million times over, for these videos. I can't tell you the number of times I've set my laptop up at my craft table while you show me how to make something step by step. You're awesome!

[busybizzle]

I just made one for myself to practice for my son. We both needed a custom diabetes bag and now we have one!!! Thank you so much.