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Foldover Zippered Clutch Sewing Tutorial

Written by Kimberly Coffin · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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Learn how to make a super stylish lined zipper pouch with this tutorial that features a step by step video and pictures.

Table of Contents

  • Foldover Zippered Clutch Sewing Tutorial
  • Want to learn how to make even MORE fabric bags?
  • How to Shorten a Zipper
  • How to Sew a Zipper Tab
  • How To Sew a Zipper Pouch

Foldover Zippered Clutch Sewing Tutorial

Zipper Pouches are such a fun and easy way to learn how to sew a zipper! This Foldover Zippered Clutch features a fully lined inside, an exposed zipper and zipper tabs for a professional looking finish.

This little clutch is just begging to be taken for a night out on the town! Fill it up with all your necessities and head out for a fun-filled night!

How to Sew a Zippered Pouch Sewing Tutorial
 
 

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Supplies
1 Sheet Cricut Faux Leather Woodgrain
1/3 yard Outer Fabric (Riley Blake Petal Lane)
1/3 yard Inner Lining
1 Zipper (longer than 7")
Matching Thread
Heat N Bond Ultrahold Iron-On Adhesive
Zipper Foot
Sewing Machine
Acrylic Ruler
Clover Clips
 
Foldover Leather Pouch Sewing Tutorial and Free Pattern
 
Let's get started sewing our foldover zipper clutch!
 
Watch the video below!
 

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small zipper pouch supplies

Begin by cutting the two outer and two lining pieces of fabric to 9 1/2” x 11”.

On the lining fabric (the shorter side) mark 1/4 inch in from the edge of the fabric on both sides.

Lined zippered pouch tutorial

How to Shorten a Zipper

Place the zipper by the fabric and trim a small amount from the top of the zipper and enough from the bottom that it lines up with the line you just drew.

If your zipper is too long for your project you can always shorten it! The easiest way to shorten a zipper is to grab a strong pair of scissors (not your good sewing scissors) and cut the zipper to your desired length. Once you've done that you'll want to create a new zipper stop. That's what keeps the zipper from coming all the way undone. You can do this by simply using a needle and thread and sewing back and forth around the end of the zipper tape.

How to Shorten a Zipper that is too Long

With a needle and thread sew 1/4 inch from the edge to secure the zipper teeth together.


How to Sew a Zipper Tab

How to Sew a Zipper Tab

Cut two pieces of fabric 2”x2”. These squares will be used to create the zipper tabs.

Fold the squares in half and press a crease with a hot iron. Then bring the outer edges to the middle. Basically this createsa double fold bias tape. Press the tab again.


Learn how to sew a zipper tab

Open the bias tape so that the raw edges of the tab are facing upwards and sandwich the zipper tab inside. Pull the zipper out of the way and line either side of the zipper tape as close together as possible.

sew a zipper tab

Use clips to hold the bias tape in place.

Easy Zipper Tab Tutorial
With a 1/4 inch seam allowance sew along the edge of the bias tape securing it to the zipper.

If you are using a zipper with thick coils you may want to switch to a sturdier needle or hand crank the needle as you go over the coils. This part can be a bit tricky!


Handcrank the needle

How To Sew a Zipper Pouch

Lay the faux leather face up on the table in front of you. Place the zipper face down and centered on top of the faux leather.

Take the lining fabric and place it on top of the zipper and leather.

Clip all three layers together making sure that all three edges are perfectly aligned.

How to sew a lined zipper pouch

Switch out your normal presser foot to a zipper foot.

Since I like to have a bit of the zipper exposed for a pop of color I like to sew further away from the zipper than I normally would. If you want to hide the zipper tape align the presser foot with the edge of the zipper.

Sew the three layers together and be careful to keep the seam allowance consistent the entire time.

Sew a lined Zipper Clutch Purse

If you have a bulky zipper pull you can sew half of the zipper in place and then tug the zipper to the opposite side and continue sewing.


Sew a clutch

Lay the second outer fabric face up and repeat this entire process.

Diy Pouch Tutorial

Once both sides of the zipper pouch have been sewn you will need to press them flat with a hot iron. If you are using faux leather be sure to use a pressing cloth to avoid burning the leather.

Learn how to sew a zippered pouch

Now it’s time to topstitch the zipper pouch. Increase your stitch length to a 3 and sew 1/4 inch from the edge. I like to use an edge stitching foot to get a perfectly straight line.

You will be topstitching through the main fabric and the lining. Repeat on the opposite side.

Once you come to the zipper put your needle in the down position raise the presser foot and pull the zipper to the opposite side.


Diy Clutch Tutorial

Lay the bag out flat on the table with the main fabrics facing upwards.

Pull the floral fabric over to the faux leather side.

Make sure to open the zipper! This is really important!

The lining fabric should be on one side and the outer fabric should be on the other.

Clip the fabric in place.

Turn the Lining
Sew around the entire pouch with a 1/4 inch seam allowance leaving a 4-5 inch opening along the bottom of the lining.

When you come to the zipper, you should be sewing right next to the zipper tab but not on top of it.

Trim all four corners of the zipper pouch. This will help you to get a sharp point on the finished bag.

Turn the bag right side out pulling it through the opening in the lining.


Cut a piece of Heat N Bond to the size of the opening in the lining. Trim it down to match the seam allowance.

Use an iron to heat the tape, then remove the backing and press the two pieces of fabric together.

Push the lining into the bag. Use a turning tool to gently push the corners out to create a sharper looking point.


DIY Clutch Purse Tutorial
Throw all your necessities in your bag, zip it up, fold it over and you're ready for a night out on the town!

How to Sew a Stylish Foldover Clutch Sewing Tutorial with Free Pattern

Learn how to sew a lined zippered pouch with this sewing tutorial

I hope you enjoyed this zippered pouch tutorial, be sure to check out this zipper pouch as well!

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Comments

  1. Kristie says

    March 04, 2018 at 3:54 pm

    This is so cute! Thanks for sharing. Now to make a few to keep on hand for some gifts.

    Reply
    • Kimberly Coffin says

      March 05, 2018 at 6:51 am

      Thanks so much, Kristie! I'm so glad you liked it! That's a great idea to keep some on hand for gifts! I think I need to make a few more now. 🙂

      Reply
  2. paola serrano hellal says

    December 19, 2020 at 2:10 am

    THANKS! this is so adorable, I can't wait to learn how to do it!

    Reply
  3. Carin says

    May 18, 2022 at 6:37 pm

    Hi Kim,

    I need this clutch! Is there a way to Print the Instruktionen? This way it would also be Rainer to do and keep the conversions to metric. I am just more in to paper. Have a nice evening/ day
    Carin

    Reply

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