Remove the broken zipper by removing just the stitches that are holding the zipper in place. Cut the tape of the zipper at joining seams.
How to Replace a Broken Jeans Zipper
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com
Most jeans have top stitching that is almost impossible to duplicate. It is usually best to avoid removing the top stitching.
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- Assess the Situation
- Making the New Zipper the Correct Length
- Bar Tack A Zipper
- Sewing in a New Zipper - - Part 1
- Use Your Zipper Foot
- Sewing the Other Side of the Zipper
- Hand Sewing the Other Side of the Zipper
- Hand Stitching the Zipper
- Hand Bar Tack the End of the Zipper
- Finished Zipper
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