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How to Add a Recessed Zipper to a Tote – Free Sewing Tutorials

  • Writer: Susan
    Susan
  • Jul 29, 2015
  • 2 min read

A Free DIY from Stitch Lab

The folks at Stitch Lab Blog show us how to sew a recessed zipper into a basic tote bag, turning it into a fantastic shopping bag or weekly errand tote. We usually add a zippered closure to the top of a bag to keep belongings secure inside, going without the risk of having everything tumble out if the bag tips over. A zippered main/top closure is a good idea when you have a bag without enough body and sturdiness to hold itself straight and tall.

SOPHISTICATED Theme - #5 Set 6, 8, 9, 10" (15.2/20.3/22.9/25.4cm) - Set of 5. Zipperloft - Canadian Supplier.

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