Our haberdashery team frequently receive a high volume of enquiries from customers who are looking to Buy Zips for dressmaking projects. There are a number of zips you can purchase for dressmaking including nylon dress zips and concealed/invisible zips. The most popular zip for customers who Buy Zips for sewing into dresses and skirts is the closed end nylon dress zip. Available to purchase in a variety of sizes from 4" to 22" theses zips feature lightweight teeth and a nylon material making them compatible with almost any fabric - nylon zips can be used on the lightest weight fabrics without pulling or affecting the weight of your garment. Our fantastic selection of nylon zips are available to purchase in a huge range of colour options so you can make sure you are able to Buy Zips to complement the shade of your fabric. Nylon closed end zips feature matching teeth and fabric and when inserted correctly into a garment it should not be visible. Many customers will purposely Buy Zips as a statement addition to their design by choosing a zip in a contrasting colour to their fabric. Many customers, particularly those working on formal garments or evening gowns, will not wish for their zip to show at all on the finished piece. These customers will most often Buy Zips such as concealed zips - these zips are a particularly popular choice for bridal gowns as they create a more high end, professional finish and allow you to create a perfectly smooth seam where the zips has been inserted. Concealed zips are available to purchase in  8", 9", 16" and 22", the most popular zip sizes for skirts and dresses. When you Buy Zips at Calico Laine we can guarantee that they meet and exceed British Standards for strength and durability giving you the peace of mind that they are high quality and will last through repeated wear.