How to Sew Patch Pockets on Any Pattern To show you how to add simple patch pockets to a piece of clothing, I used Amy’s new and FREE Pajama Party Pants pattern. I was a tester on this one and it’s such a quick and easy sew, with a cute result. So I decided to make one ...
Fabric Pockets I use whipstitch to attach pocket linings. I whipstitch woven fabric linings with a sewing needle and thread (as shown). Pre-wash and dry fabric. Cut 4 pieces of fabric to the size directed in your pattern. With RS’s together, sew 2 pieces together around edges, leavin...
(Haven't tried to sew this free tote pattern yet? Give it a try!) Let me show you an easy way to make fancy-looking patch pockets - lined and with a flap! Too often have I seen unlined pockets, and though you might think those are easy, nope - they often end up wobbly and ...
Sewing is one of the most useful skills to know. Even if you’re not making elaborate costumes, or launching your own clothing line, knowing how to sew basic elements of clothing like hems, buttons, and pockets can save you in a pinch. It can also make that slightly too large thrift ...
HowtoSewIn How to Sew In-Seam Pockets into a Waist Seam (Christine Haynes - Citystitching) November 21, 2016 by CityStitching 0 comments Like most people, I love having pockets in my garments. Pockets can come in many forms–patch, welt, in-seam, etc– depending on the garment and the...
Here's how to make single welt pockets with no hand sewing. This tutorial is specifically written for Katy and Laney's Tap Shorts sewing pattern [update: this sewing pattern is no longer available] but can be adapted for any single welt pocket. Can't wai
In this third and final part of theSmall Backpack Patternsew along, we're going to be sewing the applied pocket and doing the final assembly of the bag. Hopefully, everyone has been following along fromPart 1, where we cut the small backpack pattern, attached the outside zipper, added the...
If using a single-piece pocket lining, fold up the pocket lining and pin along the 3 open sides. This is where having plenty of space to work will be important. Stitch the 3 sides of the pocket lining, making sure to only sew the lining, not through the outer fabric as well. ...
We’d like to thank Kelly for her help in teaching us how to make piping and how to sew piping. She went through the Beachcomber shorts as an excellent example of how and where to use piping. Let me point out some other Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop patterns that will allow you to practic...
This tutorial is shown on the left front of the cardigan with set in pockets. When you see the instructions, refer to the stitch pattern – this is the 4-row repeat of the Irish moss (double moss) stitch pattern. The WS is the wrong side of the work. ...