ZIPPER INSERTION
Inserting a lapped zipper
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11 Baste the zipper opening on the garment.
22 Fold back to the left seam allowance. Turn under the right seam allowance to form 3mm (1/8 inch) fold.
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33 Attach the zipper foot. Attach the right side of the presser foot pin to the holder when sewing the left side of the zipper. Attach the left side of the presser foot pin to the presser foot holder when sewing the right side of the zipper.
44 Stitch the left side of zipper from bottom to top.
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55 Turn the fabric right side out, stitch across the lower end and right side of zipper.
66 Stop about 5cm (2 inches) from the top of zipper. Remove the basting and open the zipper. Stitch the remainder of the seam.
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