Tula Pink Zippers by the Yard: Cut & Install Guide

Quick answer

Cut your Tula Pink nylon coil zipper to the exact length you need, then install it using a standard zipper foot. The key is to seal the cut ends and attach pulls before sewing.

Step-by-step: Cut and install your zipper

1. Measure and mark: Lay the zipper tape alongside your project opening. Mark the exact length with a fabric pen, leaving an extra 1 inch (2.5 cm) of tape beyond the opening for seam allowances. Double-check your measurement before cutting; you cannot add length back.
2. Cut the zipper: Using sharp scissors, cut straight across the zipper tape between two teeth. Cut through the nylon coil – it will not fray like fabric tape. Cut between teeth, not through a tooth, to keep the coil intact.
3. Seal the cut ends: Quickly pass a lighter flame over each cut end for 1–2 seconds to melt the nylon slightly, or apply a drop of fray-check. This prevents the coil from unraveling. Do not hold the flame too long or the tape may burn. Let the melted end cool before handling.
4. Attach the zipper pull: Insert the zipper pull onto the coil from the cut end. Slide it past the sealed tip, then gently squeeze the tip with pliers to create a stop (or use a metal zipper stop if included). Test the pull action before sewing – if it catches, the stop may be too tight.
5. Pin and sew the zipper: Pin the zipper tape right side down along the seam allowance of your fabric. Using a zipper foot, sew slowly from one end to the other, keeping the needle close to the coil. Backstitch at both ends to secure the threads, but avoid sewing over the zipper pull.
6. Finish the seam: Trim any excess tape ends close to the stitching. Press the seam open with an iron on a low setting (nylon can melt). Your zipper is ready. If the zipper puckers, the stitch line is too far from the coil – adjust your needle position.

Product facts

• Tula Pink Beige Nylon Coil Zippers By The Yard: Crafted for lasting durability, our premium Zippers by the Yard boast sturdy nylon teeth. Nylon teeth resist breaking and are gentle on sewing machine needles, so you can sew confidently even over thick seams.

  

• Tula Pink Prince Charming Deja Vu Collection - Dandelion Nylon Coil Zippers: Cut the exact length you need to reduce waste, save money, customize your projects, and achieve a polished, professional finish every time. You can create double-slide zippers for luggage-style bags and backpacks without buying multiple pre-cut zippers.