Sewing a box cushion cover with zipper
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How to replace a zip in a cushion cover.
Concealed zip in cushion
Follow our step-by-step instructions for how to sew a zip on a cushion cover. Making do and mending is much more commendable than just buying something new, and it means you can save a household favorite.
A cushion that works just like new can be yours in just seven steps.
How to sew a zip on a cushion cover
We have created a video tutorial to show you how to sew a zip on a cushion cover.
But we've also outlined the instructions simply below too.
What you'll need
This project could be done by hand, but we recommend using a sewing machine. If you don't own one read our guide to the best sewing machines.
- Cushion pad measuring 45 x 45cm
- Two pieces of fabric measuring 48 x 48cm
- General purpose plastic coil zip measuring 35cm
- Zipper foot
- Seam ripper
- Matching thread
- Contrasting thread
- Needle
- Tape measure
- Ruler
- Set square
- Dressmaker’s chalk
- Scissors
- Pins
- Iron and ironing board
How to sew a zip on a cushion cover
Step 1
On the wrong side of one of the fabric panel’s edges, position your zip in the centre and, using dressmaker’s chalk, mark on w
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