Becky MacKinnon | Duration: 9:39 minutes
Run time: 9 minutes
In this video, sewing instructor Becky MacKinnon will demonstrate how to sew a professionally lined hip pocket into a stylish pair of brocade trousers. Hip pockets are a popular feature on many pants, trousers and skirts for the added practicality and style. These Hip Pockets cut across the front of the pants from the side seam to the waistband, leaving a portion of the pocket facing exposed. If you enjoy sewing pants or skirts, this is one sewing technique you need to know!
You’ll love this video if:
- You are a pattern with a hip pocket
- You are new to sewing pockets
- You want to sew professional, lined hip pockets on your garment
You will learn:
- How to position the pocket lining, facing, and leg piece accurately
- How to ensure the pocket lining rolls to the underside to remain invisible when worn
- How to clip pocket seam allowance to allow the lining to lay perfectly flat
- How to join the pocket lining and pocket facing pieces
- How to carefully sew a curved seam
- How to use a basting stitch to secure loose pieces before assembling the garmen
- A threaded sewing machine
- Scissors
- Fabric
- Pressing tools
Tools used in this video:
A note from the presenter:
“I love the look of hip pockets on pants and skirts. They are always useful for holding your keys or other accessories. I also love the way this casual hip pocket looks with the fancy purple brocade I used for these trousers!” – Becky MacKinnon
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