How to sew a basic cargo pocket

Check out this cool technique for a basic cargo pocket in today’s Vikisews sewing tutorial.

Cut out the following pieces:

• Pocket — 19.5×22 cm (7 5/8×8 5/8”)
• Flap — 19×15 cm (7 5/8×5 7/8”)

Before you start sewing, interface the top edge of the pocket with 2.5 cm (1”) wide stay tape and half the width of the flap piece.

Sewing steps:

1. Overlock the top edge of the pocket. If the fabric frays, overlock all four sides. Press.
2. Turn the top edge of the pocket to the wrong side by 2.5 cm (1”) and press. Stitch at 2 cm (3/4”) from the folded edge.
3. Turn the bottom and two side edges of the pocket to the wrong side by 1.5 cm (5/8”).
4. Place the pocket on the right side of the garment, aligning the edges with the marked pocket position. Pin or hand-baste and stitch at 1−2 mm from the edge, with 5 mm (about 1/4”) long bartacks at the pocket opening.
5. Fold the flap in half, right side out, and press to create a crease.
6. Fold the flap wrong side out, aligning the side edges. Stitch the sides at 1 cm (3/8”) from the edge. Clip the corners and trim the seam allowances down to 5 mm (just under 1/4”).
7. Turn the flap right side out and press with the seams right on the edge.
8. Stitch around the perimeter of the flap, at 5 mm (just under 1/4”) from the edge.
9. Place the flap on the garment and stitch 1 cm (3/8”) above the pocket.
10. Trim the seam allowances down to 5 mm (just under 1/4”). Fold the flap down and press.
11. Stitch along the flap seam, at 5 mm (just under 1/4”) from the edge.

These pockets can be added to pants, skirts, and jackets. Cargo is still in style!

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