Alternative to a Zipper Closure or Close a Costume Gap - Costume Sewing Tip

Many costumes have tie closures that leave a long gap open under the tie. Here's a simple way to close that long opening without sewing in a zipper or eliminate a zipper using this method.

• Buy half inch wide hook and loop tape (Velcro).
• Sew the hook and loop tape to the seam allowances.
• Press back one seam allowance and top stitch the seam allowance to the garment.
• Close the garment using the hook and loop tape instead of a zipper.
• If you're out of time, use sticky backed hook and loop tape as a quick costume closure.