I'm doing a bit of research to see what are the most popular zipper colours, because I am "formulating" (mwa-ha-haa!) a plan towards stocking some zippers that will be geared specifically towards bag making. Quality bag zippers seem to be quite hard to find for me locally, and I really have had quite a lot of requests from my lovely customers.
But where to start? Colours, sizes, pull styles, teeth styles? It's a bit confusing and it seems that this zipper thing is an all or nothing kind of thing. I just can't have a few, but if I'm going to start somewhere, I need to start small and therefore I need to stock exactly what you want and need, but on a reasonable scale.
So this week I had a small giveaway/contest on the Emmaline facebook page and commenters had to tell me what colour zippers they most like to use on their bags and wallets. I was not surprised in the love of Red, Black, Grey and White, but I have to say I was surprised at the purple & pink!
It should be noted that the pink, grey, red and brown include different shades and GEEZE what does Aqua, Turquoise and Teal mean to you, because they seem to look different to different people!
1) I'd love to hear what your fave colours would be if you were limited it a few colours.
2) I'd love to hear what SIZE your zippers would need to be. I'm am probably going to have matching #3 zippers (dress size) for internal zipper pockets, and #5 zippers for bag openings, but I am concerned about lengths of zippers the most. What is your favourite length for your internal pocket (8" or 9"?) AND if you were to choose a couple of basic zipper lengths that you could cut down to size to fit your bag openings, what would they be:
A) 14"
B) 20"
C) 22"
D) 24"
E) Another Length
F) Zippers by the yard/meter
Now... zipper pulls are a whole other story!! As some of you know, I stock my own zipper pull designs, so those are a given... but what about another choice! Nickel, Antique Brass, Painted enamel to match the zip? What do you like??
Tell me about your zippers please! I need some comments here!
But where to start? Colours, sizes, pull styles, teeth styles? It's a bit confusing and it seems that this zipper thing is an all or nothing kind of thing. I just can't have a few, but if I'm going to start somewhere, I need to start small and therefore I need to stock exactly what you want and need, but on a reasonable scale.
So this week I had a small giveaway/contest on the Emmaline facebook page and commenters had to tell me what colour zippers they most like to use on their bags and wallets. I was not surprised in the love of Red, Black, Grey and White, but I have to say I was surprised at the purple & pink!
It should be noted that the pink, grey, red and brown include different shades and GEEZE what does Aqua, Turquoise and Teal mean to you, because they seem to look different to different people!
1) I'd love to hear what your fave colours would be if you were limited it a few colours.
2) I'd love to hear what SIZE your zippers would need to be. I'm am probably going to have matching #3 zippers (dress size) for internal zipper pockets, and #5 zippers for bag openings, but I am concerned about lengths of zippers the most. What is your favourite length for your internal pocket (8" or 9"?) AND if you were to choose a couple of basic zipper lengths that you could cut down to size to fit your bag openings, what would they be:
A) 14"
B) 20"
C) 22"
D) 24"
E) Another Length
F) Zippers by the yard/meter
Tell me about your zippers please! I need some comments here!
Some NEWS about my Zipper Pulls that may concern you, if you are looking to buy them in the next couple of weeks.
I have been very disappointed that my recent batch of the NICKEL COLOUR "handmade" zipper pulls (the top one in the above photo), are scratched and not acceptable to me. They got by QC unnoticed, but my manufacturer has been very accommodating and apologetic and is remaking the whole order of zipper pulls and labels. Sadly this means that I have to make them "Out of Stock" again. They have promised a rush order, and they will be ready in 2 weeks.
I still have the Antique Brass ones (shown below), as well as the "handcrafted" & one with a maple leaf. Thank you for your patience, I really think this is necessary to ensure that you get the best quality product that I can give.
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Last month Veronica, from sewVery, shared a gorgeous Echino Purse and zipper pouch that also featured one of my rectangle purse locks. I have really been meaning to share it with you all!
It's so beautiful! Her post goes into great detail about the interfacing and stabilizer she used in her bag construction and I think it's a great read for any bag maker. Also, nice bag and fabric inspiration!
Great post, Veronica!! Well worth a read.
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It's so beautiful! Her post goes into great detail about the interfacing and stabilizer she used in her bag construction and I think it's a great read for any bag maker. Also, nice bag and fabric inspiration!
Great post, Veronica!! Well worth a read.
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