{"id":11113436,"date":"2025-11-20T16:01:47","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T10:31:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/?p=11113436"},"modified":"2025-11-20T16:12:54","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T10:42:54","slug":"adding-zipper-decoration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Unique ways to add zipper on clothes for decoration"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Do you know that it is easy to spot a brand by looking at the zipper. Most branded luxury houses uses brand name embossed zippers on their clothes and accessories. Just check a Gucci product and you will see <strong>\u201cGUCCI\u201d<\/strong> engraved on the back of the zipper pull. Balenciaga products have an imposing <strong>B<\/strong> on them. But for the rest of us, the trick is to add zippers in memorable ways on our clothes that will make it unique.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#Exposed_Metal_Zipper_on_Hems\" >Exposed Metal Zipper on Hems<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#Contrast_colored_zippers\" >Contrast colored zippers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#Zip_off_shorts\" >Zip off shorts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#Zipper_Rosettes_and_appliques\" >Zipper Rosettes and appliques<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#Zipper_stripes\" >Zipper stripes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#Collar_edge\" >Collar edge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#ADD_zipper_inside_fabric_folds\" >ADD zipper inside fabric folds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#applique_with_zipper_edge\" >applique with zipper edge<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#Quarter_zip_neckline_style\" >Quarter zip neckline style<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/adding-zipper-decoration\/#Zipper_along_Sleeve_hems\" >Zipper along Sleeve hems<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exposed_Metal_Zipper_on_Hems\"><\/span><strong>Exposed<\/strong> <strong>Metal Zipper on Hems <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a very common application of zippers as decoration. Insert exposed zipper on hems for a nice look. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/decorative-zipper-2e3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113513\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This can be done on your existing pants or jeans. This is how you stitch it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For more details checkout this post on<a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sew-exposed-zippers\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3973\"> sewing these exposed zippers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"587\" height=\"945\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-332.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113516\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Mark the opening for the zipper on your facing fabric. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"585\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113517\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are not opening the side seams, there is a limit to the length you can sew on a tight pant leg. Remember this when you mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sew around this mark as a rectangle. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"568\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113519\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut open the mark &#8211; including the forked part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"568\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-33.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113518\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Push the facing material to the back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"594\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-533.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113520\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep the zipper on the back. Pin in place. Remember to fold the top edge of the zipper at the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"585\" height=\"905\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-65.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113521\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Top stitch around the zipper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"587\" height=\"945\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-332-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113522\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contrast_colored_zippers\"><\/span><strong>Contrast colored zippers<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/decoratove-zippers-1r3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113529\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">exposed zipper<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This look especially nice as zippered pockets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-pockets-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113540\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>They look great on bags, jackets, shorts&#8230;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/decoratove-zippers-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113542\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">exposed zipper pockets<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zip_off_shorts\"><\/span><strong>Zip off shorts<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With this you make convertible clothes by adding zipper on pant legs &#8211; Full-length pants become shorts, just like that, by unzipping your zipper. These zippers are usually placed along clean seam lines. It is very useful when you are travelling as it saves space, reduces packing, and adapts quickly when the weather flips. A long skirt becomes a short skirt, a jacket becomes a sleeveless vest &#8211; the possibilities are endless. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zipper_Rosettes_and_appliques\"><\/span><strong>Zipper Rosettes<\/strong> <strong>and appliques<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I see this a lot on pinterest boards. You just have to coil a narrow zipper into a flower shape. You can then stitch it on like a patch. It adds 3D texture to your sewing projects, and works beautifully on bags, collars, or denim jackets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut off the edges and then shape it into the shape drawn on fabric to make beautiful applique shapes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"910\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/decorative-zipper-flower.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113525\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zipper_stripes\"><\/span><strong>Zipper stripes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Use long continuous zipper chains (without sliders) as stripes running vertically down pants or sleeves<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/decorative-zipper-323.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113526\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Collar_edge\"><\/span><strong>Collar edge<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Add zipper edge along a collar for a decorative look. Just loosen the seam of your collar and add it inside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-234.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113530\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Collar edged with zipper coil<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ADD_zipper_inside_fabric_folds\"><\/span><strong>ADD zipper inside fabric folds<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Add a zipper inside folded fabrics and let the teeth peek out when you move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To sew this with the zipper framed by pretty fabric fold, cut out 2 fabric strips and fold them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"1112\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113537\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep them on top of the zipper, folded part of the two fabric pieces aligned with the zipper teeth. Sew them in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First sew one piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"760\" height=\"980\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113532\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Then the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"1131\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113533\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Sew in place<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"788\" height=\"1052\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-7.jpg 788w, https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-7-768x1025.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 788px) 100vw, 788px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Trim the extra<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make a mark on the garment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"657\" height=\"899\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-121-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113535\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Cut along the mark<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"961\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-132-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113536\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Place the zipper with the fabric strips rightside down on the slit you have made and sew in place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"593\" height=\"841\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-322.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113538\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After you have sewn it on all sides, turn it right side out &#8211; the fabric strips will cover the zipper teeth nicely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"674\" height=\"788\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decoration-543-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113531\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"applique_with_zipper_edge\"><\/span><strong>applique with zipper edge<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Stitch the zipper along the edge of cut outs made on tshirts for an edgy look or along a patch pocket for an even edgier look<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113539\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quarter_zip_neckline_style\"><\/span><strong>Quarter zip neckline style<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here zipper is added along the neckline and it is left unzipped to create a V-neck or fully zipped for a high-neck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/quarter-zip-neckline.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113524\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">quarter-zip neckline<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-aa794e6d\">\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zipper_along_Sleeve_hems\"><\/span><strong>Zipper along Sleeve hems<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Zippers is added on the wrists of jackets or blazers that, when unzipped, create an expanded or flared cuff<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"766\" height=\"804\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decor243.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11113510\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To sew this, keep the zipper under the sleeve hem, use the zipper foot and sew from the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"766\" height=\"706\" src=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/zipper-decor23.jpg\" alt=\"zipper foot sewing zipper tape along sleeve hem\" class=\"wp-image-11113511\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re sewing this onto a T-shirt sleeve hem, remember that the zipper will add some stiffness at the edge. You can reduce that by pressing the inside of the hem with a moderately hot iron to help it relax and lie flatter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-background-color has-background\">Related posts : <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/zipper-anatomy-and-types\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"18495\">Names of zipper types <\/a>; How to <a href=\"https:\/\/sewguide.com\/sew-zipper\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"3458\">install zipper on clothes<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you know that it is easy to spot a brand by looking at the zipper. Most branded luxury houses uses brand name embossed zippers on their clothes and accessories. Just check a Gucci product and you will see \u201cGUCCI\u201d engraved on the back of the zipper pull. 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