How to Sew a Zipper on Your Body Pillow Cover The Simple Way
Zippers have a reputation in the sewing world.
They’re often the thing that makes people pause a project, set it aside, or tell themselves “I’ll come back to this later.” Especially when the project is large—like a body pillow—zippers can feel like the make-or-break moment.
That’s exactly why I filmed a dedicated video tutorial for the body pillow zipper assembly.
Not because the pattern isn’t clear—but because sometimes it helps to see the process unfold in real time.
This tutorial walks through the zipper method used in the body pillow pattern slowly and calmly, exactly as I sew it myself. No rushing. No skipped steps. No pressure to already “know” what you’re doing.
If you’re the kind of maker who likes to:
watch once before sewing
sew along at your own pace
or just get reassurance that you’re doing it right
this video is for you.
I show how the zipper comes together, how the zipper strips function (think of them like a little binding for the pillow), and how everything lines up so the pillow turns right-side out cleanly and works the way it should.
I also share a few personal preferences along the way—things like using glue or tape instead of pins, why opening the zipper before sewing matters, and how to avoid the small frustrations that can sneak in during this step.
👉 You can watch the full video tutorial here:
If you’ve already purchased the body pillow pattern, this video pairs directly with it. You can watch it all the way through first, or keep it playing beside your sewing machine and sew along.
And if you’re still feeling unsure after watching, you’re always welcome to reach out. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
Zippers don’t have to be scary—and they definitely don’t have to stop you from finishing something you’re excited about.
Happy sewing,
Kim
Exshaw Quilts
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I'm Kim, quilting and dyeing from an old cabin in the woods. This is where I share beginner-friendly tutorials, slow craft tips, and stories from a life stitched by hand. I hope you find something here that feels like home.
