How to sew a patch pocket with lining | Clean finish tutorial
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How to sew a patch pocket with lining | Clean finish tutorial
Want a neat and professional pocket finish? This step-by-step tutorial will teach you how to sew a patch pocket with a lining using clean techniques that are perfect for blouses, dresses, jackets, or skirts. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced sewist, this method will elevate your projects.
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🪡 Materials Needed:
- Main fabric (same as your garment)
- Lining fabric (lightweight cotton or poplin)
- Matching thread
- Iron and pins or clips
- Sewing machine
- Hand-sewing needle (for invisible stitches)
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🧵 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Mark the Pocket Hem Line
Use chalk or an erasable pen to mark the top fold line of the pocket on the wrong side of your fabric.
2. Stitch Pocket and Lining Together
Place the pocket and lining right sides together. Stitch around the edges, leaving a 5–6 cm opening for turning. Backstitch at the beginning and end. Trim corners.
3. Fold Seam Allowances and Refold
Turn the seam allowances towards the lining side. Then fold the pocket in half at the hem fold, right sides together, aligning all edges. Pin in place.
4. Reinforce Edges
Sew around the outer edge at 0.2 cm from the first seam. This reinforces the pocket edge. Trim the corners carefully.
5. Turn and Press
Turn the pocket right side out through the opening. Push out the corners gently. Press, slightly rolling the seam toward the lining side.
6. Close the Opening
Close the opening with invisible hand stitches (blind stitch or ladder stitch).
7. Attach the Pocket
Pin the pocket to your garment. Topstitch close to the edge, reinforcing the upper corners with backstitching or triangle tacks.
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💡 Pro Tip: This method works well on woven fabrics with some structure. Avoid using overly slippery linings.
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