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Figure 4 Secure and reinforce top of pocket by sewing a bar tack or triangle in each corner Figure 5. Finish edge of hem. To avoid stretching the pocket, stitch from center bottom to top on each side Figure 6. Figure 6 Trim the seam allowance of hem close to the stitching.

Turn hem right side out and press. Figure 7 Trim seam allowances of rounded edges close to the gathering stitches Figure 8. Figure 9 Trim and notch seam allowance, if necessary, to reduce puckers Figure Figure 10 Press pockets to form even, matching curves on each side of pocket Figure To move money from your Primary Pocket, simply go to the new pocket you would like to top up and tap 'Deposit'.

Plum will then ask you where you would like to deposit from either your bank account or your Primary pocket. Select Primary Pocket and enter the amount. The money should then transfer over instantly. Please note that the funds will go back to your Primary pocket, not your main linked account. Lay the pants and pocket pieces right outer sides together. After you have attached the pockets to the front and back sides of the pants, lay the front and back pant pieces on top of each other.

Position the pieces so that the right print or outer sides of the pockets and pants are facing each other. As you do this, make sure that the edges of the front and back pieces are lined up. Line up any notches in the pocket pieces or pants at this time as well. Pin above and below the 2 dots from the paper pattern. These are the dots that indicate the pocket opening. Pin along the edges of the pocket and pants above and below these dots, but do not place any pins in this area.

The space should be about 5 in 13 cm wide. If you are not working from a pattern, measure 1 in 2. Mark the space with pins at each end. Sew a straight stitch along the pinned edges of the pants. Begin sewing at the top edge of the pants and sew a straight stitch down to your first dot or pin X mark. Keep the stitch about 0. Be careful not to sew across the pins or you may damage your sewing machine. Remove the pins as you sew. Backstitch when you get to the X mark.

Once you reach the dot or X mark, take your foot off of the pedal to stop the machine. Then, locate the reverse lever on the side of your sewing machine and press down on it. Continue to hold down the lever as you apply gentle pressure to the pedal again. Sew back by 1 in 2. Then, release the lever and sew forward to the X mark again and stop the machine.

Reposition the needle below the second X and sew forward. Cut the thread and lift the needle out of the fabric. Raise the presser foot to free the fabric from the machine. Then, reposition the pocket and pants so that the second X or dot is under the needle. Remove any pins in this area, then lower the needle and presser foot over this spot. Sew forward by 1 in 2. Backstitch again and then sew to the bottom edge of the pant leg.

After you backstitch, sew from the second X mark down to the bottom edge of the pant leg. Continue to keep the stitch about 0. Topstitch along the opening of the pocket. After you finish securing the side seams, turn your pants so that the right sides are facing out and the pocket material is tucked into the inside of the pants.

Then, sew a straight stitch along the edge of the pocket about 0. By Ashley Poskin June 18, Save Pin More. Credit: Ashley Poskin. With a seam ripper and some beginner skills, you can add pockets to any piece of clothing in your closet.

Start Slideshow. Turn the garment inside out and pin the pocket pieces together. Sew around the pocket, making sure to close up the seams where you start and finish. Turn the garment right side out, tuck the pocket inside, and press along the seams with an iron. Replay gallery. Pinterest Facebook.

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