https://larougetdelisle.com/blogs/sewing-with-cinnamon.atom larougetdelisle - Sewing With Cinnamon 2023-03-28T14:07:25-07:00 larougetdelisle https://larougetdelisle.com/blogs/sewing-with-cinnamon/perfect-pockets-the-cargo-pocket-tutorial 2017-06-27T22:30:00-07:00 2023-09-02T18:16:28-07:00 Perfect Pockets - The Cargo Pocket Tutorial Cinnamon Miles Hi Everyone! This week I'm going to share a tutorial for adding a cargo pocket to any thing you might desire. Maybe you want to add pockets to a basic pair of pants to give them a more rugged outdoorsy look, or you'd like to add a pocket to the front of a basic tote bag. This style pocket is pretty easy to add to pretty much anything!

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]]> Hi Everyone! This week I'm going to share a tutorial for adding a cargo pocket to any thing you might desire. Maybe you want to add pockets to a basic pair of pants to give them a more rugged outdoorsy look, or you'd like to add a pocket to the front of a basic tote bag. This style pocket is pretty easy to add to pretty much anything! This tutorial can work for any garment for any size doll or person. Watch the video below for a step by step look at this technique. 

 

Pattern Overview: The Liberty Jane catalog doesn't include a cargo pockets in any of the designs. But you can add one to these patterns:

  • Liberty Jane Basic Pants (Yoga Pants pattern)
  • Liberty Jane Cross Body Purse (different style cargo pocket, if the purse seems to small try enlarging the pattern 25% to make a slightly bigger bag) 

    Resources (other tips & tricks):

    • Tiny 4" embroidery scissors are a must! I try to keep a super sharp pair on hand at all times. They are great for trimming and clipping very close to the stitching. 
    • A good steam iron!
    • A good pair of scissors
    • Steam A Seam

     Week Four task:

    • Watch the video and then follow along and practice making your own cargo pocket! You can use any of the patterns listed below or simply practice on a scrap like I've done in the video.
    • Post questions as comments under this Facebook Group Post - please preface your question by stating the the pattern used if applicable. Post finished projects as well  - we'd love to see them!

    Next Tuesday  - New Monthly Topic! 

     

     

    ]]>     https://larougetdelisle.com/blogs/sewing-with-cinnamon/perfect-pockets-adding-hidden-side-pockets-into-side-seams 2017-06-20T22:00:00-07:00 2023-09-14T08:11:19-07:00 Perfect Pockets - Adding Hidden Side Pockets Into Side Seams Cinnamon Miles Hi Everyone! This week I have a fun and easy pocket style to share with you - Hidden side seam pockets! This tutorial can work for any garment for any size doll or person, it's super easy to add a pocket into an existing side seam.

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    ]]>     Hi Everyone! This week I have a fun and easy pocket style to share with you - Hidden side seam pockets! This tutorial can work for any garment for any size doll or person, it's super easy to add a pocket into an existing side seam. Watch the video below for a step by step look at this technique. 

     

    Week Three: Watch the video and then go find an item to add a side seam pocket! You can use any of the patterns listed below or any ready made item you'd like that has side seams.

    Pattern Overview: Below you'll find a list of the Liberty Jane patterns that include side seams in the design.

      Resources (other tips & tricks):

      • Tiny 4" embroidery scissors are a must! I try to keep a super sharp pair on hand at all times. They are great for trimming and clipping very close to the stitching. 
      • A good steam iron!

       Week Three task:

      • Watch the video and then go find an item to add a side seam pocket! You can use any of the patterns listed below or any ready made item you'd like that has side seams.
      • Post questions as comments under this Facebook Group Post - please preface your question by stating the the pattern used if applicable. Post finished projects as well  - we'd love to see them!

      Next Tuesday  - Week 4: Cargo pockets tips and tricks...

       

       

      ]]>       https://larougetdelisle.com/blogs/sewing-with-cinnamon/perfect-pockets-slash-and-patch-pockets 2017-06-13T22:00:00-07:00 2023-09-02T18:16:33-07:00 Perfect Pockets - Slash and Patch Pockets Cinnamon Miles

      Hi Everyone! This week we I'm excited to share my tips and techniques for sewing both slash pockets and patch pockets. Both styles are commonly found on jeans, but can be used in a veriety of othe garments.

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      Hi Everyone! This week we I'm excited to share my tips and techniques for sewing both slash pockets and patch pockets. Both styles are commonly found on jeans, but can be used in a veriety of othe garments. Watch the video below for an indepth look at sewing these types of pockets.  

       

      Week Two: Watch the video and then practice sewing either patch pockets, slash pockets, or both! You can use any of the pattern listed below or any pattern you'd like that uses patch pockets.

      Pattern Overview: Below you'll find a list of the Liberty Jane patterns that include welt pockets in the design.

      • Liberty Jane Moto Pants (available separately in several sizes - 18" AG Girl, 18" AG Boy, and 18" BFC Doll)
      • Liberty Jane Jeans 18"AG, 18" BFC, 18" Journey Girls, 18" KNC, 14.5" WW, 14" HFHG, 16" Ellowyne, 16" AGAT, 15" Bitty Baby
      • Liberty Jane Capri/Shorts (WW version)
      • Liberty Jane High Waisted Jeans
      • Liberty Jane Surfrider Sundress (Front Slash Pockets) 18" AG,  WW version will be published this month!
      • Liberty Jane Single Strap Overall Shorts 18" AG and 14.5" WW (coming soon!)
      • Liberty Jane Coronado Shirtdress (Patch Pocket)

        Resources (other tips & tricks):

         Week One task:

        • Using the pattern pieces from any of the mentioned patterns, cut out and sew a pocket. Don't feel you need to create an entire garment! The point of this exercise is to refine your skills :) You don't actually need to use the pattern pieces if you want to work with something larger to begin with.
        • For a simple patch pocket exercise - follow the tutorial posted below to add a cute patch pocket to anything you'd like!
        • Post questions as comments under this Facebook Group Post - please preface your question by stating the the pattern used if applicable. Post finished projects as well  - we'd love to see them!

        Next Tuesday  - Week 2: Side seam (or hidden) pockets tips and tricks...

         

        Bonus Patch Pocket Tutorial:

        Patch pockets are ridiculously easy and versatile -- they're great for adding a pop of color (and functionality) to pants, skirts, shirts, and many other items. Today, we'll make two kinds of patch pockets; a quintessential patch pocket, and a novelty shaped pocket.

        1. The Basic Patch Pocket

        Figure out how large you'd like your pocket to be, then cut a rectangle of fabric that's 1/4" larger on the bottom and sides, and 1/2" longer along the top edge.

        Press under the top edge twice, so that you have a 1/4" double turn hem. Then, edgestitch close to the folded edge to hold it down.

        Press under the remaining three edges 1/4". Position your pocket, and pin it into place.

        Edgestitch around the outer edges to finish.

        If your pocket is going to get a lot of use, it's a good idea to reinforce the corners. Here's a little diagram that shows you how to stitch little reinforcing triangles at each upper edge of the pocket...

        2. The Novelty Shaped Patch Pocket

        But, you say, what about when you inevitably get bored of the basic, rectangular pocket? What if you want to try other shapes? Well, here's one way to get randomly (and delightfully) shaped patch pockets.

        Cut out two identical pieces of fabric, in your desired shape -- be sure you add about 1/4" of seam allowance on all the edges. Lay the two pieces atop each other, with the right sides together, and stitch. Leave an opening at least 1" long somewhere near the bottom.

        Clip into the seam allowance (curious? We give a few hints in this post) and turn your pocket right side out. Press it carefully, being sure to fold in the edges of the opening.

        Then, all that's left is to place your pocket and edgestitch it down. Of course, where to start and stop stitching won't always be clear with this kind of pocket; the rules of thumb here are to make sure 1) your object can still fit into the pocket and 2) the stitching comes up high enough that the object won't fall out of the pocket :)

        And there you have it! Congratulations!

        ]]>         https://larougetdelisle.com/blogs/sewing-with-cinnamon/perfect-pockets-topic-overview 2017-06-06T22:00:00-07:00 2023-09-02T18:16:34-07:00 Perfect Pockets - Topic Overview and Sewing Welt Pockets Cinnamon Miles

        Hi Everyone! Are you ready for a deep dive into the topic of "Perfect Pockets"? Throughout this month long topic I'll share with you my tips and tricks for sewing a variety of pocket types, topstitching tips, placement tips, and more ...

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        Hi Everyone! Are you ready for a deep dive into the topic of "Perfect Pockets"? Throughout this month long topic I'll share with you my tips and tricks for sewing a variety of pocket types, topstitching tips, placement tips, and more ... Watch the video below for an overview of the month long topic.  

         

        Week One: To kick things off, let's start with those pesky welt pockets! You all received the Moto Pants pattern and video as a sign up bonus. You can refer to that for the second part of this tutorial video. In this video I'll walk you through how to practice sewing a welt pocket. Once you become familiar with the welt pocket technique, you may decide to add it to other patterns that could use a bit of added detail! (Download Video Link - may not work on Windows 10)

        Pattern Overview: Below you'll find a list of the Liberty Jane patterns that include welt pockets in the design.

          Resources (other tips & tricks):

           Week One task:

          • Using the pattern pieces from any of the mentioned patterns, cut out and sew a welt pocket. Don't feel you need to create an entire garment! The point of this exercise is to refine your skills :) You don't actually need to use the pattern pieces if you want to work with something larger to begin with.
          • To create a larger test pocket without pattern pieces, simply cut out a 5" square of fabric and 3" x 9" rectangle of scrap fabric. Measure down from the top of the rectangle, 1". Draw a slender horizontal rectangle 1.5" wide x 1/2" tall. Place that piece on the square, lining up the top edges and centering the narrower piece. Follow the directions in the video to sew the welt pocket.
          • Post questions as comments under this Facebook Group Post - please preface your question by stating the the pattern used if applicable. Post finished projects as well  - we'd love to see them!

          Next Tuesday  - Week 2: Patch pockets tips and tricks...

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