How to Make a Zipper Bag

I’m super excited to share with you how to make a zipper bag!! I have wanted to learn how to make a zipper bag forever and this weekend I officially mastered it! I think (and hope) that my video will help you be successful at making a zipper bag too!

Zipper bags are fun and easy to make and with a lining inside they look professional.  You can use them to hold candy, makeup, Air Pods, charge cords, medicine, the list goes on and on!! If you’ve never sewn a zipper on a bag, this is the perfect one to make!  I’ll show you everything from start to finish!  

Here’s just a few of the Zipper Bags I made this weekend..

How to video

Easy to follow and step by step tutorial.

CLICK on the image below to print our FREE PDF.

Update July 1st: We have updated our FREE Zipper Bag PDF to include all the different measurements shown in the picture. I believe my two favorite sizes are the 7-1/2″ x 5″ and the 9-1/2″ x 6-1/2″. Which size is your favorite?

Details about the zipper bag demonstrated in the video

  • Dimensions (size of bag): 7-1/2″ x 5″
  • Fabric (two for outside and two for lining): 8″ x 7″
  • Interfacing (four pieces): 7-1/2″ x 6-1/2″
  • Fabric: Lovestruck by Lella Boutique Moda Fabric

Same size with same fabric line using a different pattern of the fabric. I’m not sure which one I like best!!

The next bag is slightly larger and the fabric is: Honeyblooms by 3 Sisters Moda Fabric 

Here’s the supplies I used to make the zipper bag:

  • Bernina B 475 Sewing Machine
  • Oliso Mini Project Iron – https://amzn.to/4aZeWG9
  • Zipper – https://amzn.to/4aYVJV9
  • Pellon Interfacing 931TD – https://amzn.to/3FoWZTW
  • Cricut Heat Press – https://amzn.to/3Q0fKlC
  • Teflon Sheet or Silicone – https://amzn.to/3FnzM4I
  • Clips – https://amzn.to/3M395pC
  • Pins – https://amzn.to/3s0bf2v
  • Scissors – https://amzn.to/3M7BhaK
  • Creative Grids Ruler 3-1/2″ x 6-1/2″ https://amzn.to/3S50eaF
  • Erasable Marker – https://amzn.to/3FoONmW
  • Wonder Clips – https://amzn.to/3WPzv2v
  • Creative Grids Ruler for cutting fabric 12-1/2″ x 24-1/2″ – https://amzn.to/43JE0xL
  • Rotary Cutter – https://amzn.to/3oInC1t
  • Tabletop Ironing Board – Dave and I make these ironing boards: https://tinyurl.com/yrw4czfy
  • Label – Dutch Label Shop – https://www.dutchlabelshop.com/
  • Zipper Foot
  • Walking Foot

Several years ago I made these two zipper bags, but I didn’t film a video and I forgot how to make them. This time I filmed the video the day after I relearned how. I’ll film new videos for the two bags below (once I figure out the measurements).

Here’s a chart of my other Zipper Bags…

Thanks for stopping by!

12 thoughts on “How to Make a Zipper Bag”

  1. I LOVE your new zipper bags!
    Beautiful fabrics too!
    I have never been adept sewing in zippers so I appreciate that you can.
    Yay, Angie!

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  2. Angie, this is ADORABLE!!! I am really going to try to make this bag, I am not very good at zippers, but we are on Summer Break so I am going to give it a go! I did the reversible bags you did a demo on years ago and I can put them out like a factory! I am hoping with a little practice and watching and re-watching your video,I can master it! I LOVE LOVE LOVE the camper bag, too cute!

    XO Rach

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  3. I LOVE these zipper bags!
    Thank you for posting the additional sizes.
    Is there a certain place you purchase your fabric?

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  4. Angie, your zipper bags are awesome. I love your sewing tutorials. You have taught me to sew with your easy to follow instructions! Thank you for starting a separate sewing blog. I know it’s more work for you, but I love your creations!! ❤️

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