: If the zip doesn't slide smoothly, rub a bit of candle wax or chalk on the teeth to help it glide.
: Ensure the bottom of the zip is tucked neatly inside the garment so it doesn't scratch or show. Pro Tips for Finishing
For visual learners, you can find detailed step-by-step tutorials on YouTube specifically for attaching zips to a kameez .
: Sew along the center crease, keeping your stitches about half an inch apart. This creates the opening for the zip.
: Cut a fabric strip about 3 inches wide and slightly longer than your zipper length to use as a backing or placket. Step-by-Step Installation
Align the zipper teeth with the pressed fold or chalk guide.
: Create a center crease on your fabric strip and the back of your garment where the zip will go. Align these two pieces.