How to Sew a Lapped Zipper for Shorts

Don't be discouraged by sewing with zippers. Once you learn How to Sew a Lapped Zipper for Shorts, you'll be able to add zippers onto all of your shorts and slacks yourself! Learn this important sewing technique with these instructions. An incredibly useful technique for those who have children in need of a fresh spring or summer wardrobe, or those who need to perform a basic repair job, these tips will help you in your next clothing sewing project.

Project TypeLearn a Technique

Time to CompleteWeekend project

Sewn byEither Hand or Machine