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Add Side Seam Pockets in 15 Minutes (w/ FREE Template!)

Aug 27, 2025 · 54.5K views

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understitchingpocket installation

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Description👉 Want to learn some easy ways to sew welt pockets next? Join us for our upcoming workshop!: https://www.seamwork.com/online-sewing-classes/welt-pockets-skills-workshop/about?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=skill-workshop&utm_content=082725 👉 Get the FREE pocket template: https://promo.seamwork.com/More
👉 Want to learn some easy ways to sew welt pockets next? Join us for our upcoming workshop!: https://www.seamwork.com/online-sewing-classes/welt-pockets-skills-workshop/about?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=skill-workshop&utm_content=082725 👉 Get the FREE pocket template: https://promo.seamwork.com/side-seam-pocket/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=free-pocket-template&utm_content=082725 NEXT UP: Watch this video for another super-simple way to customize your pattern, by changing the neckline! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6c2YJIPBAI&list=PLpd77NK_Xi98HZM0Blkef1MUd32Zg0SZg&index=11 In today's video: Have you ever wondered why ALL patterns don't include pockets? It turns out, they're super simple to add yourself. In just a few minutes you can add side seam (also known as in-seam) pockets to just about anything you sew. I'll show you how, and the little details that make them look even better. I'm wearing: 👆 Ash Slip Dress: https://www.seamwork.com/pdf-sewing-patterns/ash-slip-dress?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=video-desc *Video Chapters* 00:00 - Intro 00:16 - What Are Side Seam Pockets? 01:07 - Essential Tools and Materials 01:54 - Preparing Your Pocket Pieces 03:13 - Installing the Pockets 04:16 - The Understitch Secret 05:23 - Creating the Pocket Shape 06:11 - Finishing Touches 06:32 - Troubleshooting Common Issues *I think you’ll also enjoy these videos next:* ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M6c2YJIPBAI&list=

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