Sewing and Design Specialization

Overview

“In this lesson, you’ll draft a classic three-piece pocket for trousers. Starting with measurements from the waistband block, you’ll create the pocket opening, add seam allowances, and design each pocket layer for a comfortable fit. By the end, you’ll have completed the pocket lining, pocket bag, and pocket-facing patterns, all with carefully placed notches and seam allowances for easy assembly. This custom pocket adds function and style, setting a solid foundation for the next steps in trouser construction.”

In this video lesson Domestika addresses the topic: Drafting the Pockets, which is part of the Domestika online course: Sewing and Design Specialization. Master sewing techniques: from using a sewing machine to creating garments like dresses, trousers, peplum tops, and backpacks.

Partial transcription of the video

“In this lesson we're going to be drafting the pocket pattern for the classic trousers. As a reminder, I just want to show you what the actual process looks like. We're going to be using the block that I drafted waistband on because we're building up layers. So our next layer is the pocket area here and I've taken my measurements based on a classic pair of men's trousers in terms of like the depth from the side to the side of the opening of the pocket, the length of the pocket is based on these trousers as well. So let's start. So our measurement from the side across to the opening for the p...”

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Course summary for: Sewing and Design Specialization

• Level: Beginner
• 100% positive reviews (74)
• 16843 students
• 11 units
• 83 lessons (15h 27m)
• 36 downloads

• Category

  Craft, Fashion

• Areas

  Accessory Design, Arts & Crafts, Botanical Illustration, DIY, Embroidery, Fashion Design, Fiber Arts, Pattern Design, Patternmaking & Dressmaking, Sewing, Textile Design, Upcycling