How to Make a Tassel Zipper Pull

Adding a tassel to your zipper pull is a fun and easy way to personalize your bags and pouches. This simple tutorial will guide you through making a stylish tassel using embroidery floss or any thread of your choice.

Materials Needed:

  • Embroidery floss, cotton thread, or thin yarn

  • A small piece of cardboard (slightly longer than your desired tassel length)

  • Scissors

  • A tapestry needle 

  • A zipper bag 


Sew Along Video

1. Attach the Base Strands to the Zipper Pull

  1. Cut one strand of floss, about 8-10 inches long.

  2. Take one strand, fold in half, and thread it through the hole in the zipper pull, matching the ends.

  3. Hold all four ends together, loop them around, and tie a tight knot at the top.

  4. Divide the strands into two sections and leave tehm spread apart while preparing the tassel.  


2. Make the Tassel Body

  1. Cut a piece of cardboard slightly longer than your desired tassel length. Mine is about 2" x 1.5" [5cm x 3.8cm]

  2. Wrap the embroidery floss around the cardboard about 20-40 times (adjust depending on how full you want your tassel).

  3. Press and crease the top edge, then cut along the bottom edge to remove the loops.


3. Assemble the Tassel

  1. Place the center crease of the tassel strands on top of the strands attached to the zipper pull.

  2. Tie the strands together tightly with a double knot to secure them.

  3. Fold down the strands to cover the knot.

  4. Use your fingers to smooth them neatly.

 

4. Wrap the Tassel Neck

  1. Cut another strand of floss, about 8 inches long, and place it above the folded-down strands and form a small loop at the bottom.

  2. While holding onto the loop and the tassel with the left hand, take the other end and wrap tightly around the tassel about ½ inch from the knot (about 5 times).

  3. Once wrapped, thread the end through the loop and gently pull on the top strand until the loop disappears inside the wrapped section.

  4. Thread a tapestry needle through the strand.

  5. Insert the needle through the loop underneath the knot.

  6. Bring the strand downward through the tassel neck, and pull it downward to secure it.


5. Trim and Finish

  1. Cut a small piece of paper, about a half the length of the tassel. 

  2. Wrap the paper tightly around the tassel to form a cylinder, and slide it down the bottom to desired tassel length.

  3. Cut close to the edge of the  paper an even trim.

  4. Fluff strands with your fingers and snip any stray ends for a polished look. 

You're Done!

Now you have a beautiful handmade tassel to enhance any zip pouches, bags, and accessories. 


If your're looking for a project to complement your new tassel, check out my latest pattern, Lila Pouch, that will highlight details like this.  

Thanks for visiting and happy crafting! 

Warmly,

Darae

 

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