How To Shorten a Zipper
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide
Backing the Cut End
Place a ribbon on the back side of the zipper.
Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Place a ribbon, scrap of bias tape or fabric on the back side of the zipper under where you removed the teeth.
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- Buying and Measuring a Zipper
- Measure and Bar Tack the Zipper
- Cutting and Removing Zipper Teeth
- Backing the Cut End
- Finishing a Shortened Zipper
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