• Improving your end result

    Zips aren't that tricky, it's just a case of knowing how to do it. I'm going to talk you through each technique to give you a great finish. Zips that no longer let your project down.

  • Which zip?

    Knowing all the different sorts of zip, and the best one to use in any given project, is going to make your life a lot easier. I'm going to show you types and styles and help you make the right choices.

  • Know the answers

    Knowing what length to use, what size to use, how to shorten zips and attach (or even reattach) zip heads mean that you know exactly what you are looking for. It makes shopping online or on the high street a little bit easier and means you can make the most of your stash in the drawer.

Become a master of the humble zip in the comfort of your own home at a speed that suits you.

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I'm going to hold your hand

Sarah Brangwyn

I've been running and teaching at Made and Making for over 8 years now. I can't count how many lovely people I have met and supported from all walks of life and with all levels of experience. I am now very excited to bring online everything that I have learnt from teaching people face to face. I like to make people feel calm and relaxed, so that they can open their minds and focus on the course content so grab yourself a drink and lets get started.

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Introduction

    • Introduction from Sarah

    • Zips masterclass what you need
  • 2

    The basics

    • Different kinds of zips

    • Different kinds of zips

    • Zips - lengths, sizes and shortening

    • The styles of zip insertion

    • How to attach a zip head
  • 3

    How to sew centred zips

    • How to sew a centred zip

    • How to sew a centred zip
  • 4

    How to sew lapped zips

    • How to sew a lapped zip

    • How to sew a lapped zip
  • 5

    How to sew trouser zips

    • How to sew a trouser zip

    • How to sew a trouser zip
  • 6

    How to sew a lapped zip for a cushion

    • How to sew a lapped zip for a cushion

    • How to sew a lapped zip cushion
  • 7

    How to sew concealed/invisible zips

    • How to sew an invisible/concealed zip

    • How to sew an invisible /concealed zip
  • 8

    How to sew exposed zips

    • How to sew an exposed zip

    • How to sew an exposed zip
  • 9

    How to sew an exposed dress zip

    • How to sew an exposed dress zip

    • How to sew an exposed dress zip
  • 10

    Bonus tutorial - make a lined zipped pouch

    • How to make a lined zipped pouch

Making it easier

I want you to get the best from your learning experience

  • 24/7 access from the comfort of wherever you are

  • Learn at your pace with video lessons you can pause, rewind and replay

  • Downloadable handouts you can print off and use at the sewing machine

Don't be scared of zips anymore

I've got you covered

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