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Inserting a zipper (often called a "centered" or "standard" zip) is a fundamental sewing skill. Laurens Top Tops recommends this method for cushions, skirts, and dresses as it creates two neat layers of fabric that meet to cover the teeth.

: Open the fabric and iron the seam allowance flat on the wrong side. 1 (1)zip

: Align your two fabric pieces with the "right" sides together. Mark the point where the bottom of the zipper will sit. Inserting a zipper (often called a "centered" or

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: Rub a graphite pencil over the teeth to lubricate them and smooth out any snags.