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From: Bahrsmom
Date: 11-14-2006, 06:41 PM (1 of 12)
| Has anyone replaced a broken zipper in Jeans before. If so, any tips. tia. |
User: Bahrsmom
Member since: 04-28-2005 Total posts: 3 |
From: esrun3
Date: 11-14-2006, 07:51 PM (2 of 12)
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I did it once-that was enough-now I just buy new jeans! I'm sure someone will come along with a better answer than mine!!
Lyn
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User: esrun3
Member since: 12-02-2004 Total posts: 2345 |
From: lendube
Date: 11-14-2006, 08:19 PM (3 of 12)
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Hi and welcome to the boards. I've done it a couple of times and just jumped in. I bought the gold colored thread to match what is on jeans. I removed ANY and ALL stitching associated with the zipper, waistband included and just put the zipper in place and restitched everything. For whatever reason it worked and with at least some sewing experience it should work for you too. Good luck, Lennie |
User: lendube
Member since: 08-06-2006 Total posts: 1548 |
From: plrlegal
Date: 11-15-2006, 10:38 AM (4 of 12)
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I've done it a couple of times also but it is a time intensive process. However, recently I got rid of a couple pairs of jeans that needed a zipper replaced. Patsy Patsy
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User: plrlegal
Member since: 05-19-2001 Total posts: 318 |
From: paroper
Date: 11-15-2006, 11:13 AM (5 of 12)
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I've done it and I hate it but it wasn't as bad as it seemed. Just BE SURE that you replace it with a jeans zipper!
pam
Bernina 200e, Artista V5 Designer Plus, Explorations, Magic Box, Bernina 2000DE & 335 Bernette Serger, Bernina 1530 Sewing Machine, Bernina 1300 DC Overlock (with coverstitch) |
User: paroper
Member since: 02-03-2004 Total posts: 3775 |
From: breezy2560
Date: 11-15-2006, 11:38 AM (6 of 12)
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I've done it too, and it is somewhat time intensive. The process is pretty much the same for most manufacturers, but sometimes you can not rip something out on one pair, but have to on another. The easiest way I have found is just to look at it closely and write down as I go what I have taken apart to get the zipper out and then just do that in reverse when I go to stitch everything together once I've gotten the zipper in. The gold colored jeans thread is the way to go for the top stitching and the jeans zipper, too. Debbie |
User: breezy2560
Member since: 11-11-2006 Total posts: 26 |
From: sewinglady4u
Date: 11-15-2006, 05:48 PM (7 of 12)
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If you're using a home machine, get the biggest needle you can find. I usually sew the side that gets sandwiched between the 2 layers of fabric first. Then I zip up the zipper, and see where the top of the other side needs to be placed before stitching so I don't get "puckering" after the zipper is in. Good luck and don't give up. If I can do it, anyone can. You just show that zipper and your machine who the boss is! 
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User: sewinglady4u
Member since: 10-07-2005 Total posts: 18 |
From: AndreaSews
Date: 11-15-2006, 07:02 PM (8 of 12)
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I agree with all above. I also think that the process of removing the existing stitching, if you do it slowly enough, will help you figure out how to piece it back together. It will give you a visual aid. Ohh--with technology on your side, you could take a digital picture of each piece as you un-do it, then you'll have a step-by-step guide, even if you have to wait several days to get back to it.
Andrea
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User: AndreaSews
Member since: 02-18-2005 Total posts: 1007 
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From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 11-21-2006, 05:58 PM (9 of 12)
Know whats funny ?? Since I have gotten older it seems that the jeans have longer zippers than they used to have.. I haven't broken one in years with my big butt.. (pardon the word) I had to save up to buy a new pair of jeans the last time I broke a zipper.. I just did without til then.. That is a truly labor intensive Job.. Nowadays , I would just toss them .. Life is too short for that kind of torture..LOL
Sew With Love
Libby |
User: LeapFrog Libby
Member since: 05-01-2002 Total posts: 2022 
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From: Sewlite
Date: 11-22-2006, 10:21 AM (10 of 12)
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Heres a down an dirty method, for replacing zippers on jeans or jackets. Cut close as possible to the zipper teeth,close up the new zipper to be put in,pin and sew on top of the old zipper tapes.viola done! Ive done this on a snow jacket,it helps and keeps the feathers in side too. |
User: Sewlite
Member since: 04-04-2001 Total posts: 37 |
From: lendube
Date: 11-22-2006, 12:57 PM (11 of 12)
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Oooo, that's a good one. Down and dirty. Guess it's not for sewing for others but sometimes it just doesn't matter when it's your own. Thanks, Lennie |
User: lendube
Member since: 08-06-2006 Total posts: 1548 |
From: Sewlite
Date: 11-22-2006, 07:01 PM (12 of 12)
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Oooo, that's a good one. Down and dirty. Guess it's not for sewing for others but sometimes it just doesn't matter when it's your own. Thanks, Lennie It really isn't that noticable ,because your sewing on top of the old one and its hidden.I picked this trick up from a seamstress long ago, she did repairs to clothing in a dry cleaners shop.Grins. |
User: Sewlite
Member since: 04-04-2001 Total posts: 37 |
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