How can I fix the zip on my jacket?

Question

On my jacket the zip is not gripping when you pull it up, it just comes apart again. and you end up with just a big gap at the bottom.

Does anyone know how you can fix this with out having to replace the zip or take it to a shop.

Thanks :)

Answer 1

Things You'll Need:

Needle

Strong Thread

Scissors

Small Pair Of Pliers (needle-nose Are Best)

Step1

With a small pair of pliers (needle-nose pliers work best), pry off the zipper's metal stop, the little band at the bottom of the zipper that stops the slider when you open the zipper.

If you don't have needle-nose pliers, you might be able to pry off the stop with a screwdriver or even a blunt kitchen knife.



Step2

Once you've removed the stop, move the slider all the way to the bottom of the zipper, just below the bottom-most teeth.

Step3

Realign the zipper's teeth so that they mesh smoothly.

Step4

Move the slider up to the top of the zipper, zipping it completely.

Step5

Thread a needle with strong thread. Tie a knot at the end of the thread.



Step6

Starting with your thread on the back side of the zipper, make six or seven stitches across the bottom of the zipper where the old stop was, creating a new stop out of thread.

Step7

With your thread on the back side of the zipper, tie a knot in the thread and snip it off with your scissors.

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If the zipper is merely sticky and not separated, try rubbing a candle along the teeth of the zipper, then zipping and unzipping it several times. This quick fix will often make the zipper work more smoothly.