How to Add a Recessed Zipper to Any Tote Bag- Tutorial by Crafty Gemini

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In this video I share with you an upcoming HUGE project I've been working on for the past year and a half! And I also teach you how to make and attach an inset or recessed zipper in any tote bag project. The technique I teach you here is a lot of fun, easier than some other techniques and the results are a super sleek and professionally finished zipper panel. There are no exposed raw edges anywhere! I think you will enjoy incorporating this technique in your next bag project.
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@camey66 Год назад

I truly enjoy your tutorials. At 77 I'm just learning that these different tote/bag project are not as hard as they look. I love that I can stop & start the video so I can follow along step by step. Thank you from one Gemini to another :-)

@SusanSmith-hl3iv Год назад

I’ve been following you for years! You must have started as a teen! Your enthusiasm, dedication to simplifying instructions and encouraging students are just some of the reasons I have always loved your videos. Sometimes I just pick one to watch while eating a meal. Better than TV by far! Blessings to you and your family and your growing businesses. I can tell you are all hard workers. ❤

@janiefox2479 7 лет назад

Definitely the best video for learning how to sew a recessed zipper into a bag, which is most intimidating for me.

@joannmccraw7235 7 лет назад

You have just taught an old lady a new trick! You and your tutorials are great!!!

@MC-pl3we 6 лет назад

What is the hardest for me making bags is turning them inside out, & the bottom of the bag. This has been helpful.

@marisolgonzalez5244 2 года назад

One of the best videos on how to install a zipper! Thank you!

@samanthaleblanc4327 8 лет назад

I should also mention that your homeschool family was the final push of inspiration I needed to start our own homeschool journey! Where we live in Quebec there is not many who do - so online is where I get my motivation to keep trying. Thanks Vanessa

@amandavangoor6942 5 лет назад

I love this. I am quick at making tote bags but got a request for one with a zipper. I have made a boxed diaper bag but hated making the squared corners and bottom and enjoy my basic tote bags. So this lets me add a zipper to them without fuss. And i love how quick it was and not drawn out like some videos. Nicely done and thank you!

@marierlohia5111 5 месяцев назад

Thank you Vanessa🎉, As you inspire me with your teaching style, I am able to inspire another here at my end.❤

@charliekryszewski3801 6 лет назад

I should know when it comes to a sewing technique I'm trying to figure out, come to you FIRST. I've made a few messenger bags, and just this past weekend someone asked if I could do one with a zipper. Now I KNOW I can. I might end up watching the video 20 times to make sure I've got it right, but I know now I CAN do it!!!

@MsAmericanMaid 3 года назад

I have been looking for weeks for instruction on adding the recessed zipper. Yours is the first I actually understood. Thank you for the clear instructions so that I can adjust depending on what size bag.

@furfighter211065 2 года назад

Whitney, that's brilliant, thanks. There's a gazillion videos on how to MAKE the panel, but this is the only one I've found that shows all the steps to attach it. You're wonderful 🥰💖

@jennifermary2350 2 месяца назад

I think you will find this is Vanessa not Whitney!

@soniaguzman762 5 лет назад

I bought a super cool tote bag from Miles to Go. It was a Harry Potter tote but totes are pretty much useless because they are just empty space without a lining. I made a lining with two zipper pockets and made a recessed zipper on top. Now, I use it all the time and I love it.

@rondamuench4918 4 года назад

Thank you, I lost sleep last night trying to reminder how to add a recessed zipper into a tote. Great job!

@adriannegentleman83 4 года назад

always remember, if you've forgotten a crafty issue, then you tube lol, never loose sleep lol

@handmadebyMickie 8 лет назад

Thanks Vanessa! I'm getting ready to make totes for children in foster care and putting zippers in them will give them some added privacy!

@zinacherkus9778 Год назад

You have the best and clearest tutorials ever. I am an experienced seamstress but new to bag making. Thank you so much. ❤

@maplelassuk 7 лет назад

Yay, I finally did this after watching this tutorial a dozen times or more ( slow learner!). I added the zip to your improv tote, it's fabulous, thank you Vanessa! 😊

@cindyhoglund9701 5 лет назад

I wanted to take a minute to thank you for your awesome tutorials, I have learned so much following you. I am attaching my tote bag that I created using my embroidery squares. I could not have finished the bag without your help on the strap and recessed zipper. I look forward to visiting your shop some day in the near future and meeting the talented Crafty Gemini. Thanks again

@bq1428 2 года назад

You are a exceptional teacher! You describe in detail to accomplish the feat . Thank you 😉

@estherannaspears9017 7 лет назад

I've been doing my inset zips this way for many years and I just love it!!

@nolapancho8614 8 лет назад

thank you for doing these tutorials for beginners like me and the world at large, I enjoyed it and will definitely be making one of these for my sister

@Whitney_Sews 8 лет назад

Love this! I've had people ask me to do a set in zipper tutorial, but now I can refer them over here because this is perfect!

@prashantjadhav7714 7 лет назад

Whitney Sews

@janetteaguirre-terry2986 7 лет назад

Whitney Sews love your tutorials too! you are awesome as well. Thanks!

@Whitney_Sews 7 лет назад

Aww! Thank you so much Janette :)

@donnathompson3209 7 лет назад

janette aguirre-terr

@patchingmagic 6 лет назад

I love how thorough you are with all the little details. Excellent

@belindawaldo3678 5 лет назад

You are awesome...Clear, easy to follow, cheerful, and a can do attitude to help novice and experienced sewers to get it done. Love the tips that you throw in. Also like the fast forward parts that save time on a more mundane step, essential yes, but time consuming and gives you time to share a tip or two. Thanks.

@kathiehoskins813 8 лет назад

I am so excited for the bag of the month club. Fortunately my birthday is August 17th and my son asked me today what I wanted for my bday. I responded that I didn't know what I wanted. I do now. I enjoyed watching you sew. I have made so many of your projects. Favorite one is the triangle pouch. I made 4 of them for my grandchildren and my kids all requested one as well. My sewing skills are ok. I still get intimidated with installing zippers such as which way to lay it on my fabric. When will the final details come out as to price of the bag of the month club. I did sign up for the email referencing the club. You are such an inspiration to me.

@robertmorrison3420 Год назад

Definitely enjoyed your video. A beginner here. I know after watching this video I will be able to make a ham band. Great job.🎉

@smcclain772 8 лет назад

Really enjoy videos. So clear and down to earth. You have so much energy which helps with watching. You make me feel as if I can accomplish this though some of the projects may be a bit challenging for me.

@seemarajderkar3019 6 лет назад

Crafty Gemini,you have magical fingers !!! You can transform any fabric into a lovely little useful piece of art !!! Great !! When you do and show something,it seems so easy,but not when I try to do it later !!! Maybe with practice,I too can reach near you !!!Happy Sewing !!

@camey66 Год назад

Yea! I did it! Mine was much bigger but it came out perfect, I'm so glad I found you.

@donnaoliver5642 2 года назад

This is a great tutorial! You explain every detail so that it is easy to understand. I’m surprised I didn’t wear out the tutorial from pausing it dozens of times. Thank you for all you do!

@davidmammone6167 7 лет назад

You are brilliant! I had a conversation with my husband today about how frustrated I am about my bag attempts for this same bag! Thanks so much!

@khailsdesigns859 8 лет назад

Thank you so much for this tutorial. Your instructions are the first one that I have found to be clear. I have watched many tutorial, and yet I was still confused, but thanks to you I will now be able to add recessed zippers with confidence. Thank You Again!

@bettystambaugh8533 5 лет назад

Just finished a denim bag using your video, You made it so clear and easy!! Now I'm working on a tote and plan on putting a recessed zipper in it. I used a split rail design for it. Thanks for your help.

@anthonypage8946 2 года назад

Thank you so much for the video it was a blessing , I make purses for a living and I never made a purse with a zipper you are my teach for now on . Thank you !

@FicelleProductions 4 года назад

Love. Fast and thorough.

@ornelladay2041 7 лет назад

Hi Vanessa - great tutorial. I'm in the middle of making a baby changing bag for my daughter and decided I needed a zipper as the bag depth is 6" As the bag is wider than the one you are demonstrating with I was able to attach the second side using the free arm and sewing through the open zipper. It's looking good, just need to add hardware and I'm also using your adjustable straps tutorial. Good luck with the live chat this evening.

@lisaohanlon7782 6 лет назад

I love the music that plays when you sew. It's just great. Thanks.

@JERSEYTOMATO 2 года назад

BING - BANG - BOOM! Another wonderful video - thanks

@marshawaggoner8544 7 лет назад

Outstanding!! I've just started creating my own bags, and I must have looked at 50 zipper tutorials in the last few days. Yours is far and away the best, clearest, easiest to follow I've found. Thank you so much for posting this!!

@AChippendale Год назад

Thanks for this great tutorial! I've been making bags for a long time but I'm still learning new skills. The thing that is the most intimidating is cutting into very expensive fabric! But so far so good. I usually make prototypes until I am very confident about my pattern (and my skills).... Nothing beats the feeling of finishing a really cute bag and then taking her out for a test drive!

@log20800 6 лет назад

You are a born teacher. Just loved this video.

@janetteaguirre-terry2986 7 лет назад

your awesome! i really want to take more classes but with quilting now for almost a year its been quite expessive to buy all the notions, fabric, and interface. but I must say I have the notions that are higher end. Ive had my Juki 8 months and have made so far several rag quilts, baby quilt, pouches, notions organizers, hot pads, and rug mugs. love my Juki and love sewing. im trying to perfect my free motion quilting and would love to get a Juki TL, serger, and sashiko machine. eventually. love your tutorials and will save up to take your purse club subscriptions. Great job, Vanessa! God Bless you and your beautiful family!

@outlander5706 4 года назад

Absolutely loved watching you insert a zipper into a bag.Always wondered how to do this. looking forward to learning more from you!

@jeannettebarnett2107 7 лет назад

wonderful, I volunteer at Cancer Treatment of America in Tulsa and I am teaching candy bag purses and the zipper was a problem, you are great, Thanks again. Jeannette Barnett

@rebeccakarp1532 7 лет назад

I love your tutorials. They are easy to follow.

@kassaundrajohnson465 4 года назад

Thank you for making a tricky addition to any bag so easy! I can’t wait to try it on my next “practice purse.”

@Willow_Thorn7 4 года назад

Omg, Your tutorial is amazing. I'm just starting to make tote bag patterns and just like you said most free patterns you find don't have a zipper or a way to close them or if they do its one of those awful magnetic snaps. I want to be able to make a nice bag to sell that is going to provide the security that a zipper does. Thank you so much for sharing this with us all I greatly appreciate your help.

@iwitness173 8 лет назад

You are so right your videos are so easy to follow! Now what I would love to see is how to make inside pockets or one of those bag organizers that you can just pull out the insert and place into a different bag; making changing purses easy!!

@almacollum6429 8 лет назад

Hello, Had to tell you how much I absolutely love your tutorials. For me, a picture / video is more helpful than printed directions. I tried the recessed zipper. part of it went well but I messed up a little bit . I am going to try again. Thanks so much. Sincerely.

@backusk 5 лет назад

Thank you SO MUCH for this tutorial! I just completed a bag for my friend who wanted a zipper, and this was exactly what I needed to do that for her! Excellent video and very helpful.

@TheCraftyGemini 5 лет назад

Glad to help! 👏🏽

@deborahgottschalk2344 Месяц назад

Thank you for sharing this. I have watched so many tutorials and your is the best. 😊

@gretchenm7669 4 года назад

I just finished my zipper handbag!! I plan to make a couple more as Christmas presents. Thanks Vanessa.

@khadijajabrot3649 8 лет назад

hey mam....i have been waiting for your video tutorials since last few days...i love your work...its too easy to make using your guidelines...you are my teacher in one way...i learned many things from you....thank you so much

@jodevenish6507 7 лет назад

I love your tutorial. I am 77yrs and I have taken to sewing. Xx

@MsDjvinson 6 лет назад

I to was born on June 1st I am just starting to get interested in making bags, so glad I came across this. Have been a subscriber for years, oh and did I mention I lost the use of my right hand a couple of years ago, but I spend most of my time in my Happy Room trying to make things, wish me luck with your bags. Love your channel

@sonyasew2 6 лет назад

WoW I like the way you attach the zipper with no raw edge🌝

@znycelondon5313 6 лет назад

Loved this video..... I was looking on line for a bag that had to have a zipper. Started searching you tube to make one. So so glad I found your tute! I can now use any of my fav bags and add a zipper to them. Thank you so much. 🌹❤️🌹

@debbieloomis7436 Год назад

You are an awesome teacher!

@susan1098 4 года назад

Your videos are awsome! For the first time I understand how to add a zippers to my project. Your tutorial was precise and very easy to follow. All the other tutorials on how to add a zipper was just so confusing. I’ve subscribed to your videos along with a thumbs up 👍 and turned on my notification bell. Looking forward now on how to add a lining to my bags. Thank you ☺️

@samanthaleblanc4327 8 лет назад

Girl your hair is awesome! I have notices the last few videos its looking really cool. As for bags the hardware intimidates me!

@cindychristie6314 4 года назад

Well done, i have made many bags, but have trouble with zippers insertions in a bag, this helps, thanks!

@gayathrigopi7751 4 года назад

Hi. Excellent tutorial. Very easy method to add zipper. Thank you so much.

@ksandry1 8 лет назад

Thanks so much for another great tutorial I am a quilter and have now started to make bags and think your way of putting the recessed zip in is so easy. There are few bags that I have made that I am going to go back and put zips in them. Also I have signed up for the Bag Club and am looking forward to starting.

@Danielle33384 6 лет назад

Your tutorials are the absolute best that I’ve found on RU-vid! Thanks for sharing your talent with us ☺️.

@rochelleflores1972 3 года назад

This tutorial has helped me so much! You are an amazing teacher! Thank you for the easy steps.

@NinoFam12 3 года назад

Yes this is an awesome tutorial...I love all your videos how instructions are put in simple terms and just love them...I did my first bag with the zipper...thank you

@conniegibson1915 8 лет назад

My most intimidating factor in making these bags is picking out the fabric! I'm getting a late start and it's causing stress not knowing where to start and I keep losing the link to the class. I've loved your tutorials for years and know that these bags will be awesome! Thanks for helping me to grow as an artist!

@ninadillingham7574 2 года назад

I had a little trouble doing the tab’s but I have did the rest,it makes the bag look 👀 nice 👍

@patsyfuttere2625 6 лет назад

This zipper application is genious. I'm so up for your bag club!

@sueswift6196 7 лет назад

What a brilliant idea, I thought, till I tried it out. Not surprised you fast forwarded the turning out of the zip. I have arthritis in my hands and found this very painful to do. I'll find another way to do this in future.

@pernillestorr6987 8 лет назад

thank you for these turtorials. I just love them. you make it so clear and easy to do the various things. I loved this one, as I have been a bit scared to do zippers this way - as I did not quite understand how it was done. Now I am going to try it. Cannot wait for the bag of the month. I have done some of your other tutorials - like some of the smaller bags /toiletbag etc. I am looking forward to your videos. Great to be able to do this even though I am in Denmark and you are in USA.

@webarts4you 8 лет назад

I love making handbags, so I'm excited to see what yours are like and maybe add them to my repertoire.

@jeanettecunningham789 8 лет назад

Pamela DuBois ethics has been very helpful!! Thank you!

@kaybutcher5719 6 лет назад

Pamela DuBois 🤔😉😰Trying to get this old brain working enough to get the math engines moving again! Lo. Thanks. Think I've figured it out.

@ceciliaohman185 4 года назад

You are Excellent!!! Awesome for what I'm doing with bags. Adding new skills all the time as I master the basics. Having alit of fun with this and using up ALOT of fabric!!

@micheledandrea9197 8 лет назад

Thank you Vanessa, great video, cannot wait for the bag of the month, very easy to follow all your tutorials for a beginner , i love making bags .

@apstorti 8 лет назад

thanks Vanessa, it's so easy to follow yours tutorials! I learn a lot with you!!

@winniemaemorris4005 8 лет назад

best recessed zipper tutorial ever!! love you videos! they are so easy to follow!

@nephthysarie1971 5 лет назад

Thanks to this video tutorial I was able to complete my handbag to match my jacket!!😎

@wickens9221 8 лет назад

I Love all your videos,I have learned so much.I am self taught and everything helps!

@kathyl5610 7 лет назад

Thank you Vanessa! I love this tutorial, it is exactly what I needed. I have made several of your Improv Tote bags & wanted to add a zipper and now I can do that with any new ones that I make! Love it.

@Jgiu8909 8 лет назад

Yes thank you for this! I started a tote but was trying to figure out an easy way to put a zipper on it. This is perfect!

@izzymartinez5227 3 года назад

This tutorial is awesome, now I can try this. Thank You.

@bernicemiller5825 5 лет назад

I love your videos. You are always so upbeat. Thanks.

@Amoresable 4 года назад

Wow! Love your dreads they look awesome

@rochelleflores1972 3 года назад

Thank you so much for this technique! I was stuck on a project and this tutorial helps me so much!

@swaybackranch8979 8 лет назад

What intimidates me the most is choosing the type of material, the color and/or the print.

@szzukowski 3 года назад

I usually search google for tote bag designs, find one I like, and then modify it to the bag style I want to make. I'm not good at coming up with design ideas out of the blue, but I love taking a base design and personalizing it.

@jennifermary2350 2 месяца назад

Thank you Vanessa this looks such a great method - I wish I had found you 2 weeks ago as I made a recessed zipper & it’s too big for my tote bag😬 think I am going to redo it as it’s such a bulky thing! Waiting for more outer fabric to arrive as messed up the side zipper pocket too, was a silly avoidable mistake! 🙄😬oh well we learn by our mistakes😊

@TheCelestialhealer 8 лет назад

You are really great. Optimistic, straightforward.

@isabelcoffiel698 8 лет назад

I would have said that adding a zipper would be the most complex, but watching this video, you made it so easy. Wow. Can you use this same recessed process for a bag / tote you already have that does not have a closure? I'm sure .

@patriciachristian6352 8 лет назад

Thank you for all your step by step comprehensible sewing and quilting projects. You are the BOMB!!!! \

@conniewardward1617 2 года назад

Love the way you teach

@szzukowski 3 года назад

I just added a zipper for the first time. I must have paused and started this video 50 times, but the tut was awesome and my bag looks great! It's going to be a birthday present, but I was able to hide most of my mistakes ;)