Perfect Slot Zippers Every Time With The Tape Trick

[maxineofarc]

When I made my Rita Skeeter cocktail suit last year, I was delighted at the trick I learned from Sandra Betzina for how to make absolutely perfect slot (centered) zippers using scotch tape. I got a lot of questions about it, but since I didn't have pictures, I couldn't answer them very clearly. Today I'm working on another (streetwear) skirt, and

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[eleryth]

Added to memories! Thanks for sharing!

[singingraisin]

Nice! Thanks for sharing!

Does the adhesive in the tape cause any problems with the needle or thread while sewing?

[maxineofarc]

None whatsoever. The only adhesive you're actually stitching over is whatever tape you used to secure the zipper on the reverse- that's not very much and the adhesive isn't very strong.

[novangla]

That is so neat. It makes me wish I knew how to, you know, sew. Good luck with the new skirt!!