Sandwich a folded piece of fabric between your backing fabric and the zipper. Adding Zipper Tabs

If you're making a pouch or a bag, you might find that the ends of the zipper look messy. (small fabric caps) cover the ends of the zipper tape where it meets the side seams.

This method involves using the main fabric of your project to create a fold that hides the zipper.

Some sewers use a glue baste to hold the zipper in place before sewing, which prevents shifting.

Essential for getting close to the zipper teeth without hitting them.

Sew one edge of the covering tape to the zipper tape. This initial seam is hidden from the outside. Press the tape over to cover the zipper.