Sew the zipper in as you normally would.
How To Shorten a Zipper
By Debbie Colgrove, About.com Guide
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Finishing a Shortened Zipper
Zig zag to attach the ribbon
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Zig zag over the edges of the zipper tape and backing material, keeping the edges of the zipper tape even with the original zipper tape width as well as flat and smooth. Zig zag the raw end of the zipper tape to prevent fraying.
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