How to Make an Inside Pocket for a Jacket
Creating an inside pocket for a jacket can add both practicality and style to your garment. It provides a convenient place to store small items such as keys, a phone, or a wallet without cluttering the outside of your jacket. In this article, we will guide you through the process of making an inside pocket for a jacket, ensuring that your creation is both functional and visually appealing.
Materials Needed
Before you begin, gather the following materials:
– Fabric: Choose a fabric that matches or complements the jacket fabric.
– Thread: A color that matches your fabric.
– Scissors: For cutting the fabric.
– Pins: To hold the fabric in place.
– Sewing machine: Optional, but recommended for precision.
– Ruler: To measure the fabric.
– Chalk or fabric pen: To mark the fabric.
Step 1: Measure and Cut the Fabric
First, measure the desired size of your inside pocket. A standard size is around 8 inches wide and 5 inches tall. However, you can adjust the size to fit your needs. Once you have the measurements, cut two pieces of fabric to the desired size, adding a seam allowance if you are not using a sewing machine.
Step 2: Create the Pocket Lining
Fold one of the fabric pieces in half, right sides together, and sew along the long edge, leaving the top edge open. Turn the fabric right side out and press the seam flat. This will create the pocket lining.
Step 3: Sew the Pocket to the Jacket
Place the pocket lining inside the jacket, with the right sides facing each other. Pin the lining in place, ensuring that the edges are aligned. Sew around the edges of the pocket, leaving a small opening to turn the pocket right side out.
Step 4: Turn the Pocket Right Side Out
Turn the pocket right side out through the opening you left in the lining. Press the seam flat and topstitch around the edges of the pocket to secure it in place.
Step 5: Attach the Pocket to the Jacket
Place the jacket on a flat surface with the right side facing up. Pin the pocket to the jacket, aligning the edges. Sew the pocket to the jacket, making sure to reinforce the stitching at the corners and edges.
Step 6: Finishing Touches
Now that your inside pocket is attached to the jacket, you can add any desired finishing touches. This may include topstitching around the pocket edges, adding a button or snap to close the pocket, or even adding a decorative trim.
Conclusion
Making an inside pocket for a jacket is a simple and rewarding project that can enhance the functionality and style of your garment. By following these steps, you can create a custom pocket that fits your needs and complements your jacket’s design. Happy sewing!
