There are several men responsible for the evolution of the zipper: Elias Howe, the inventor of the sewing machine, patented the “Automatic, continuous clothing closure” in 1851 — but it didn’t look a ...

I’m a grown man, and zippers can still be tough. Lining up the slider perfectly with the very bottom of a zipper is the simplest thing in the world. . .until something goes wrong. Maybe I pull ...

The common zipper was first conceived in the 19th century, but still holds its own in competition against modern fastening rivals.(Rob Tringali/Sportschrome) From simple to sexy, Colin Bisset looks at ...

“What does it say on your zipper?” I’m guessing YKK. Check now. Am I right? Depending on how we’re conducting this game, either you have to knock back a tequila shooter, or I do You can save this ...

Peggy’s guest, Ella Pritsker, demonstrates easy and efficient methods of zipper installation. The Automatic Continuous Clothing Closure, commonly called the zipper, was first invented in 1917. Sewing ...

What, you need a zipper? O.K., Eddie Feibusch is going to sell you a zipper. Brass? Nylon? Swarovski rhinestone crystals? What color? Mystery orchid? Big or little zipper? For a purse? Or a hot-air ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Hey, McFly. Look down at your pants. Chances are there are lots of tiny metal teeth down there, interlocked tight, keeping your britches ...

Set Daily Express as a 'Preferred Source' to get quicker access to the news you value. 1. Sundback received a patent for his zip, which he called a “Separable fastener” on March 20, 1917. 2.

The Zipper has always been a rite of passage, a way of showing the world that not only are you taller than 52 inches, but childhood is someone else’s game. Growing up, I couldn’t wait for my turn at ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." So next time your zipper acts up, don’t panic, and don’t automatically assume you need to toss your item.