where can I buy a zipper that will ship fast?
#11
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I second Zipperstop. Never had a problem or issue with any order placed.
Another thought, if you are unable to find the size and length of zipper you need in time, maybe go to a thrift store and look for jackets with zippers. You may find one the right size and length you need, at a good price maybe, all you would have to do is remove from jacket. It isn't hard to do with a seam ripper and a bit of patience. Not as good as finding a new one, but a "last ditch" approach.
Another thought, if you are unable to find the size and length of zipper you need in time, maybe go to a thrift store and look for jackets with zippers. You may find one the right size and length you need, at a good price maybe, all you would have to do is remove from jacket. It isn't hard to do with a seam ripper and a bit of patience. Not as good as finding a new one, but a "last ditch" approach.
#12
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Join Date: Mar 2013
Location: Southern Indiana
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wow! thanks everyone I have some leads.
The LQS is out of the pattern now as well - will have it Wednesday. But I know the instructor has a pattern and has taught the class several times so she will cover me during class
The LQS is out of the pattern now as well - will have it Wednesday. But I know the instructor has a pattern and has taught the class several times so she will cover me during class
#14
I have started using ZipperIsland. Zipperstop took 3 months to send my order the last time I shopped with them!
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ZipperIsland
https://www.etsy.com/shop/ZipperIsland
#16
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Location: Southern Indiana
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Thanks everyone I am trying Wawak Sewing supplies.... lets hope they get here in time
Thanks Kathy for the tip on the Seymour store - I had already placed my order by time I saw your suggestion
Thanks Kathy for the tip on the Seymour store - I had already placed my order by time I saw your suggestion
#17
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Central Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
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For my duffle, I bought a 30" separating zipper, because that is what I could find. I just stitched over the zipper many times by hand, with a double threaded needle, at what would be the open end at the desired length. Still works great nine years later
#19
I got my larger ones, like you would use for a duffle bag at an upholstery store. I made quilted zipper cases for my church's bells for the bell choir. They came in hard cases but were being a bit mauled. The covers remonded those using them to be careful and were colorful. The upholstery store had lots of choices too.
#20
While I cannot help with a source for the correct zipper, I did find this information on the website thezipperlady.com:
Toothed: #3, #5, #8, #10, #15, #20. The number denotes approximately how wide the teeth are across when closed.
Toothed: #3, #5, #8, #10, #15, #20. The number denotes approximately how wide the teeth are across when closed.
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