Red plastic two-way zip, open-ended, 6 mm teeth

Open-ended two-way zip with plastic teeth for jackets and bags

This open-ended two-way zip with plastic teeth suits jackets, waistcoats, coats and bags that need to open from both the top and the bottom. You can also use it for outdoor clothing, sewing projects and repairs.

The tooth width is 6 mm, which makes it a good match for medium to heavier fabrics. Because it is open-ended, it opens completely, and the plastic teeth make it easy to close and open. The colour is red; choose your length from the options.

Inserting the two-way zip

A two-way zip has two sliders on the row of teeth. This lets you open a jacket or coat from the bottom, for example for more freedom of movement when sitting, and from the top at the collar. Pin the zip in place before sewing so that both sides are the same length and inserted without puckering. Sew as close to the teeth as possible using a zip foot. When pressing, do not put a hot iron directly on the plastic teeth; place a cloth in between.

Two-way zip product details

• Type: two-way zip, open-ended
• Teeth: plastic (moulded tooth zip)
• Tooth width: 6 mm
• Use: jackets, waistcoats, coats, bags, outdoor clothing
• Colour and length: choose from the options

You will also need: sewing machine or needle and thread, zip foot, pins or clips