Let's see - it hardly takes any fabric. I just grabbed some scraps from my "tiny" bin and didn't even cut them to a particular size. Also, it's completely easy. I think it makes sewing zippers more beginner-friendly? Definitely a happier, neater outcome for sure.
I used a tutorial on Make it Perfect. Only problem was that the tutorial is designed to work with two separate outer rectangles that are sewn together with a seam at the bottom to form the pouch. I wanted to use a long rectangle of reverse applique, I had made by hand a la Alabama Chanin. This was to be my last Curves Class camper gift. Since I hadn't worked the reverse applique piece into any finished object, I asked the recipient what she would prefer and she selected a zip pouch. So anyways, I had to finagle the lining as best I could to make this piece work with the tutorial, but it wasn't the tutorial's fault. I'll definitely be doing zipper tabs again.
Here, here for zipper tabs! Yes, it's the little things in life.
Hope you had a great weekend! I did receive my Alabama Chanin DIY Kit, but I'm going to have to wait on showing more until I make a little change to the lining fabric. Cross your fingers that I don't ruin anything... Have a great day!
cute pouch rachel. i love the reverse applique. your zipper tabs look perfect!
ReplyDeleteHi Rachel, I haven't tried the tabs, but I might just give it a try, it really looks neat! Thanks for sharing the link with it too! Your pouch looks pretty with the reverse applique!
ReplyDeleteOh, good, I'm glad the link is helpful. And thanks for the reverse applique love, everyone =)
DeleteI'll have to give the tabs a try since it gives such a finished look in the end. Reverse appliqué is wonderful, lucky partner
ReplyDeleteI've tried a couple of tutes for the zipper tabs and haven't settled on one yet. You're right - it depends on how you're making the pouch for what works best, I think.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty pouch, btw.
You're not last. I haven't tried them yet either. I keep meaning to and then forgetting. Oh well. Your little pouch looks so cute!
ReplyDeleteI haven't tried it yet either but I will. Yours looks great!
ReplyDeleteI always tab zips - it gives them strength so less chance of a zip break - and they look so much better.
ReplyDeleteOh, I didn't realize it strengthened them. Makes sense!
DeleteThe pouch is adorable! I just used the same Anthology print for the backing of my Echo mini (which I still haven't finished). It's such a great print!
ReplyDeleteMy fingers are crossed on the DIY kit. I know your dress will be incredible!
Really cute! I love the look of zipper tabs. The reverse appliqué is fabulous!
ReplyDeleteYay, glad you made it work, love zipper tabs :o)
ReplyDeleteCute camper gift. Love the colors. I haven't tried the zipper tab...the zippers during camp were my first zippers.
ReplyDeleteAhh... zipper pouches feel a little different than invisible zippers, but they are very doable, especially with tabs. Hmm.. maybe we need a zipper pouch project for Handstitched!
DeleteSuper cute bag and I cannot WAIT to see in the DIY kit :o)
ReplyDeleteLove the pouch! Haven't tried zipper tabs yet, I'll give them a go when I make my next pouches up =D
ReplyDeleteI love zipper tabs and that's the tutorial I used too (thanks Toni) The applique looks stunning!! Very excited about your dress, can't wait to see your kit! Have you changed your mind about the lining fabric?
ReplyDeleteYes, what arrived (bleached sand) was too brown for my tastes. I wanted a brighter cream, like Kona snow. I'm going to switch over to white for the lining now.
DeleteLove this pouch!!
ReplyDeletesuch sweet reverse applique. i love all her designs.
ReplyDeleteI am a zippy tab addict now that I conquered my fear of actually sewing the darn zipper...lol. Love it!
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