The absolute easiest way to sew mitered patch pockets. And this easy patch pocket tutorial will teach you how to sew a patch pocket in just a few steps. Specifically, the stepbystep process for creating a square, round and a lined. This is an example of one i did for a messenger bag pattern for the intrepid thread newsletter a few years ago. If you are planning on making a womans sports jacket, but the pattern you will be using does not include pockets, you can easily create lined patch pockets and sew them to a jacket by following the steps below. Mar 11, 2016 but when i make it for myself, i nearly always add patch pockets on the front of the dress. They are also incredibly easy to add on to any garment, or if you just need a pocket for an already finished piece. For beginners i recommend to draw four lines of all borders a pocket. Fold patch pocket facing g along the foldline toward the wrong side of the fabric. Its one thing if its being sewn on a flat front of a shirt, but what happens when you have a princess seam that it needs to be placed over, or a bust dart. How to sew a curved patch pocket patch pockets are one of the most versatile of all pockets and lend themselves to infinite variations and applications. Learn how to sew such pockets with this stepbystep guide.
When making the lining for the pocket, if you are using a 14. First, youll cut, hem and turn under the edges on the pockets. How to sew a patch pocket sewing circles, sewing hacks. You often see patch pockets on button up shirts or as the back pockets on a pair of jeans. The way i sew on a patch pocket isnt groundbreaking in any way, and it is the way most people seem to do it too. Jan 19, 2018 tutorial 21 beginning sewing series make it sew how to sew pockets by surefit designs duration. Its one thing if its being sewn on a flat front of a shirt, but what happens when you have a princess seam that it needs to be placed o. But when i make it for myself, i nearly always add patch pockets on the. Lay your pocket on the garment to determine placement, and pin to mark the top and bottom of the opening. How to sew place and sew patch pockets fair fit studio. Oct 03, 2019 a shirt pocket is a patch pocket with the bottom edge shaped into a triangle and the top edge sometimes having a welt effect, with the fabric turned over. They look a lot like inset pockets but are external and topstitched onto a garment. Patch pocket is easiest way of making pockets for any garments.
I cant claim credit for inventing these steps by any means, but like anything, i tweaked the process until i had a series of steps i really liked, so i wanted to share. Mark the centre point of the half moon shape and the rectangle. In this tutorial we are going to show you how to sew cargo patch pockets. If you have a somewhat fitted garment, inseam pockets and welt pockets are not ideal. They can be made in any shape that you choose, although in my example i will be making square shaped pockets. The pattern i intend to use has no pockets, so this tutorial will be of help when i get to that stage. So i dipped into my tome of power readers digest complete guide to sewing wherein lie the instructions for achieving the clean finish on the pocket flap attachment below. Patch pockets are shaped pieces of fabric that are finished on all sides and then are attached on the outside of the garment. They look a lot like inset pockets but are external and topstitched onto a.
You can make a patch pocket with a strap on it face. Patch pocket definition of patch pocket by merriamwebster. How to sew a lined patch pocket see it, design it, make it. Cut two pocket pieces using the template at the back, or drafting your own by cutting a. Sep 25, 20 lucky for us, patch pockets are as easy as they are adorable, and even a novice seamstress can pull off one with relative ease. Using the marks you made in step three, fold the fabric, right sides. Not only they are practical but can also act as a beautiful design detail.
Learn how to make a patch pocket perfect for almost any garment. Patch pockets are versatile and very easy to sew, and can be found on anything from shirts and trousers to purses, dresses, tops, bathrobes and more. This could be on the outside, with or without a flap, or inside using lining fabric. This tutorial shows angled patch pockets, but the same method would work on rounded or rectangular pockets as well. How to make patch pockets, a line skirt pattern hack. Pockets add an attractive finishing touch to jackets, and they provide you with a safe place to temporarily store important little items such as jewelry. Below you will find the steps to draft a pattern for your patch pocket and detailed instructions on. You can make an applique out of any design you can think up, so the. A shirt pocket is a patch pocket with the bottom edge shaped into a triangle and the top edge sometimes having a welt effect, with the fabric turned over. I have been squeezing a little selfish sewing in, a red cord a line skirt with large patch pockets seemed the perfect addition to my wardrobe. Make sure you perform these steps on your front piece and not your back piece, or you will have patch pockets on your back instead of your front. They can also make the perfect addition to your knit garments. How to sew the perfect patch pocket the pattern pages.
It is a handy compartment and can be easily added to a garment you are creating, or to a garment you already have, but would like to enhance with your own creative touch. Lucky for us, patch pockets are as easy as they are adorable, and even a novice seamstress can pull off one with relative ease. Apr 25, 2018 despite having some shortcomings, i personally prefer patch pockets on my sport coats for their relaxed appearance and what i consider a cleaner look than flap pockets. Dec 22, 2019 for now though, well continue with this pockets overview. The two common types of patch pockets on shirts are angular shaped pockets. If you care about the look of your patch pocket, at this point, you are screaming to yourself and asking why you are doing the pockets to begin with. Patch pockets really are one of the easiest types of pockets to sew and add to a garment, whether something you are sewing from scratch or an upcycling project. Also, if you use the same fabric as the pocket, you wont see the lining edges peeking out when. Meghan hunt shows us how to add the perfect patch pocket. This strap is basically a trim and doesnot serve any purpose rather than give it a well tailored look this type of pockets are usually found on tailored shirts and coats.
Beginning at the folded edge, stitch patch pocket facing g to patch pocket f using a 38. Dec 12, 2016 pockets are a vital addition to any garment. Sewing techniques couture how to sew side seam pockets and patch pockets how to sew patch pockets and side seam pockets. Clever use of household tape will give you the guide to sew the outright simplest mitered corners. Learn how to sew the perfect patch pocket with a tutorial from mayra at so sew easy.
While grafting on a patch pocket lacks some of the ta da of an inset pocket, it was every bit as satisfying to do, and looks amazing. The happy upside being that i wound up making patch pockets for the first time, and you know how much i like to do something new especially in an otherwise extremely straightforward project like this one. Repeat steps for the back skirt and other pocket bag. Patch pockets can be the finishing touch for a linen dress shirt, or just the exact touch of flair needed for your next pair of fabulous denim jeans. Pockets are an excellent addition to many garments, instantly making a garment more practical. And they most certainly add a stylish rugged touch to any piece of. Partly because you can make a patch pocket any shape or size that you want, but also because you can literally just sew it onto a garment during a moment of inspiration. This tutorial is the outcome of our fun sewing visit.
But when i make it for myself, i nearly always add patch pockets on the front of the dress. Getting a patch pocket on straight isnt the easiest process in the beginning. If you need to sew decorative patch pockets these sewing tips help you do a flap for these pockets correctly. A patch pocket consists of a piece of fabric sewn to the outside of a garment, forming one side of the pocket, with the other side formed by the material of the garment itself. Curvy patch pockets pdf document with sewing templates to make 12 sizes of patch pocket to add to your sewing projects. Also, sometimes you just want some surface interest on your garments. Believe me, this step alone is going to save you so much time. Round its bottom corners using a saucer and cut the pocket pattern, then cut 2 pockets from the cotton fabric. Press the pocket and seam allowances away from the skirt. My husband is a musthave pockets person, and i am making him a couple of new shirts. Appliques are the perfect way to jazz up plain articles of clothing, or make old clothes into something fresh and fun. How to easily add a patch pocket to your clothes sew guide. You will need to rip about a half inch to an inch more that the height of your pocket in either direction to allow for easy sewing.
Turn and press the top facing of the pocket and attach one of the pocket linings as shown. How to sew a patch pocket sewing pockets, sewing, patch pocket. Awesome patch pocket the smarter way itch to stitch. You may choose to trim the seam allowance, but you would be making the next step more difficult, which is sewing the patch pocket on the garment. Pin and stitch between the two small circles at a 58 seam allowance.
If youre putting a patch pocket on a garment youre making from scratch, its easiest to attach the pocket before you sew the sides of the garment together. The following tutorial includes three examples of construction techniques for patch pockets. How to make a patch pocket mood sewciety mood fabrics. They can be used on the backs of trousers, as breast pockets on shirts or feature pockets on skirts in fact any where you think you might need a pocket. Patch pockets are really simple to create as they are sewn onto the outside of the garment rather than being included in seam allowances or linings e. When sewing a patch pocket, top stitching isnt the only thing that makes for perfect patch pockets. Heres a pro tutorial on making decorative pockets flaps for pants or skirts.
Patch pockets are ridiculously easy and versatile theyre great for adding a pop of color and functionality to pants, skirts, shirts, and many other items. Diy patch pocket tutorial for the double down day dress. Thanks much for the help with what should be a simple task. How to sew a patch pocket sewing pockets, sewing, patch. Cut lightweight fusible interfacing to hemline of the pocket.
This is an unlined patch pocket tutorial and the third tutorial in our pocket series. Ultimate patch pocket sewing patterns sewing pockets. As the basis for the skirt i used pattern k6106, new look from dressmaker magazine make it today. But if this is a new skill to you, there are some good pointers that can elevate a simple patch pocket to a wellsewn one. Making lined patch pocket patterns national sewing circle. Patch pockets can be the finishing touch for a linen dress shirt, or just the exact. Bag making basics patch pockets the littlest thistle. This is good for pockets on light or medium weight fabrics. As simple as the name suggests, patch pockets are pockets constructed by placing patches of fabric on top of the main fabric.
This isnt strictly necessary, but its desirable to mark a pockets place on fabric of garment also. With right sides together and notches aligned, match one pocket to one side of the front skirt at the side seam. One of the most common pockets you will come across is a patch pocket. Sep 02, 2014 i dont need to sell you on why you need pockets. After the side panels without pockets are sewn to the back piece, sew together the side seams as directed in the main pattern, making sure to keep.
Oct 19, 2015 i decided to share with you this tutorial i wrote for my mom. Learn to sew a patch pocket for professional results. How to sew patch pockets unlined patch pocket tutorial for. How to sew patch pockets unlined patch pocket tutorial. Patch pocket definition is a flat pocket applied to the outside of a garment. A patch pocket consists of a piece of fabric sewn to the outside of a garment, forming one side of the pocket, with the other side formed by the. I cant claim credit for inventing these steps by any means, but like anything, i tweaked the process until i had a series of steps i really liked, so i. For heavier fabrics, like pockets in a cotton duck beach bag or picnic table covering, i have another technique that works very well. Tailors began to loosely attach them to garments in order to better secure ones valuables from pickpockets and thieves, and fully attached patch pockets were just the obvious next step to that end.
Guide by tilly walnes from her book, love at first stitch. When gents of the 19 th century desired additional pockets for storing their odds and ends while out in the countryside, tailors began adding patch pockets to their sport coats. It is a continuation of a lesson she taught me many many moons ago, since my first patch pocket. Sewing on pockets is a relatively easy task, you just need to see the steps in the right order. Easy no pattern gathered skirt with pockets tutorial. First, cut two pocket shapesone out of pocket fabric and the other out of liner fabricabout half and inch all the way around bigger than you want your finished pocket to be. Below you will find a stepbystep guide and advice on how to sew the perfect patch pocket. With right sides together, align the tops of patch pocket facing g and patch pocket f. Also, if you use the same fabric as the pocket, you wont see the lining edges peeking out when you are done. How to sew the perfect patch pocket the pattern pages sewing. A pockets series for those who sew their own clothes. I wanted to do a nice job on the patch pockets of the mara shirt dress im making for my mum, but stylearc is sadistically terse with their instructions. How to sew a curved patch pocket love to sew learn to sew. When i was working on my sew for victory jacket, i was quite tickled with how my lined patch pockets turned out, and ive used moreorless the same technique ever since.
This pocket flap consists of two pieces a fabric without lining. Patch pockets were actually the first iteration of blazer pockets pockets originated as separate pieces think of a manpurse. If youre making more than one, getting them to be the same size and shape is easier said than done. Each patch pocket will have a pair pocketlinings cut for it i. Finally, on occasion, you will come across a blended pocket, such as this patch pocket with a flap, which steps up the formality of the pocket slightly above a plain patch pocket. Step by step guide for how to make a patch pocket with a5 starter cards which link to lesson. Learn how to sew such pockets with this step by step guide. They can also be used to make personalized gifts like tshirts, tote bags, or caps for friends. So, skipping the sales pitch, heres a free pocket pattern and tutorial so you can add handy and adorable gathered pouch pockets to your tie dye diva patterns, or anything you have in need of a little colorful accent or helpful place to hold stuff. I decided to share with you this tutorial i wrote for my mom. The most basic pockets are flat, but if you want to put something a little more substantial than, say, a credit card in it, then making a 3d one will give you a little more room. Tutorial 21 beginning sewing series make it sew how to sew pockets by surefit designs duration.