How to Make an 18th century Pocket- Part 1

Thinking about starting an 18th century wardrobe or history bounding? Want to try hand sewing? Join us for part 1 of our 3 part Pocket Sew Along. This is a great “lap” project and a good way to practice your stitches. Prior to the 19th century pockets were often not integrated into women’s garments. Instead, they were a completely separate piece worn under petticoats or gowns and accessed through a slit or pocket hole. Sometimes they even came in pairs. Part 1: 01:22 Supplies Check out the supplies list here https://burnleyandtrowbridge.com/collections/pocket-sew-along 03:30 Puppy Break 03:47 Print the pattern https://bit.ly/2Un4S5y (revised 3/26/20 to extend pocket slit by 1 inch) 5:11 Cut out pieces 06:03 Cut slit on front piece Special shout out to Wearing History who turned our pattern into an amazing e-pattern. Check out her website for wonderful patterns from the Victorian era to present. http://wearinghistory.clothing/ Want to know more about Pockets? Here are some great links & Books: The History of Pockets – The Victoria & Albert Museum http://www.vam.ac.uk/content/articles/a/history-of-pockets/ VADS – Pockets of History https://vads.ac.uk/collections/POCKETS.html The Pocket: A Hidden History of Women’s Lives, 1660-1900 by Barbara Burman Part 2- https://youtu.be/5TLwHMXJLwU Part 3- https://youtu.be/W1_GTQaKniI Follow all of our Sew Alongs to get Dressed From Toe to Top! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNyjJVmKWu_rYMBtTj4a7xX0w19VR2fRh