If you would like to know how to sew a patch pocket onto any dress, there's good news in store for you!
Below is a tutorial plus a FREE pattern download so that you can sew a patch pocket onto any dress!
Let's get started!
First you will need to download and print the FREE pocket pattern. Click HERE to download. Then print the pattern using 100% scale.
Cut out the pattern pieces and you are ready to make pockets! Below are the pieces you will need to make patch pockets on any skirt.
The front skirt piece.
Two pocket pieces, one for the left side and one for the right.
Two pocket tape pieces, one for each pocket.
Fold over by 3/8 inch, each long edge of the pocket tape pieces. Press using a hot iron.
Lay the right side of each pocket tape piece on the wrong side of each pocket piece and stitch using 3/8 inch seam allowance.
Press the seam with the pocket tape away from the pocket piece.
Fold the pocket tape to the right side of the pocket, keeping the other pressed edge of the pocket tape folded. Press. Then stitch close to the edge of the pocket tape.
Now fold over and press the side and bottom edges of the pocket by 3/8 inch towards the wrong side of the pocket.
Next place the pockets on the front skirt piece, lining up the top and side of the pocket with the top and side edge of the skirt. Topstitch close to the edge of the fold as shown in the above picture.
And last of all baste the top and side of the pocket. Then continue as normal with the rest of the skirt.
All you need to sew a patch pocket is the Free printable pattern, which includes instructions as well, and your favorite skirt pattern! Then follow the step-by-step instructions and complete your dress as usual. Easy peasy! 😊
Do you like pockets on your dresses or skirts? What type of pocket do you like the best, one that can be seen like the patch pocket or one that is hidden?
I would love it if you would let me know in the comments below!
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