I prepared a few universal pocket patterns for you. Below you can download patterns for three different in-seam pockets (with slanted, straight, and round opening) and pattern for a patch pocket. This article also contains video tutorials that will quickly teach you to sew pockets efficiently. The patterns below are designed without seam allowances - don't forget to add them before you pick up the scissors.
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Round Pocket - Women's dress ![]()
Round pocket - Women's jacket ![]()
In-seam slant pocket - Women's pants ![]()
In-seam pocket - Women's pants ![]()
Hidden in-seam pocket - straight ![]()
Patch pocket - Women's pants ![]()
In-seam pocket - Women's pants ![]()
In-seam slant pocket - kid's pants ![]()
Patch pocket - Women's pants
Download links
Video tutorial - How to sew an in-seam pocket (round)
A video tutorial dealing with an in-seam pocket with a round opening can be found here:
I show the technique on the dress, but you can also use it when sewing a skirt, pants, or sweatshirt. The dress is sewn according to the pattern for the women's dress JACKELINE with raglan sleeves. My dress has shorter sleeves than the original pattern - I simply shortened the sleeve pieces.
Video tutorial - How to sew a patch pocket
Instructions on how to sew a patch pocket (and in-seam pocket with slanted opening) can be found in this video.
PS: Don't forget to turn on captions.
The technique also appears in this video:
PS: Don't forget to turn on captions.
Video tutorial - How to sew an in-seam pocket (straight)
You can watch me sew an in-seam pocket with a straight opening in this video:
PS: Don't forget to turn on captions.
The patterns for pants and sweatpants that appear in this article:
You can find many more interesting patterns in my online store.
Have a nice day, Petra