So next time your zipper acts up, don’t panic, and don’t automatically assume you need to toss your item. I've put together a ...

Expect to spend about $5 at a fabric store on the two key ingredients: a zipper and some interfacing. If you also need pins, thread, or an entire sewing machine, budget a little bit more.

To do this, bring the slider to the top of the zipper. You can use a seam ripper to remove fabric stitching if needed. Make sure you remove the zipper stop, if there is one, by cutting it with pliers.

First, if the zipper is stuck and not caught on any fabric, there is likely some gunk or debris jamming the zipper. Although it is tempting, avoid using a lubricant you may have on hand (like ...

Once you begin detaching the zipper, you’ll likely end up with two or three fabric layers: the lining, the outer material and, possibly, a placket (only on the left or right, depending on gender).

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This is the most common issue with typical zippers. You’re gliding along fine and then… it’s stuck. Don’t worry. The workarounds are easy. First, check to see if it’s caught on stray fabric, on the ...

For zippers encased with fabric, apply petroleum jelly to the exposed side. If the potential mess of petroleum jelly deters you, here are some other easy ways to fix a stuck zipper: ...

We’ve all been there. That sad day when the zipper on our favorite hoodie, bag, or pair of pants breaks in some seemingly irreparable way. But there is hope, and [Magic Stitches] is gonna show ...

This is especially handy to fix a zipper stuck in the fabric itself. One of the most annoying problems with a zipper is teeth that won’t close. The problem can result from a few different scenarios.

Drivers going through the work zone are asked to use a zipper lane to merge into the open lane. The westbound on-ramp at Exit 27 will be shut down, and I-490 westbound will be reduced to a single ...