Finally got around to making the modified skirt for patterned materials with inset side seam pockets…
…which was an easy make (easier than expected) and bodes well for a make with the more expensive material I bought recently!
The image for this post shows the full skirt, view into the side seam pocket and the pocket’s construction. This skirt was made with heavy weight fabric (strictly meant for upholstery, but I loved the pattern so bought it to make a jacket, which will still happen in the future). I realised I had enough for one of these simple skirts so went ahead and made it as a test for the inset pocket. I did make this pocket with some light weight cotton/linen as the front of the bag. That was to reduce bulk at the seam with the waistband, which I think now was essential.
This version is cut narrower than the first wearable toiled (also to reduce bulk). I would probably like a bit more ease in versions made with lighter weight fabric, so need to consider that when cutting material for the others I have planned. The waistband is wider than the toile too, and this is more comfortable (in particular with this heavy material).
The overlocker (serger) helped make the finish inside neat, although for the seams themselves I did use my sewing machine. This allowed me to follow the instructions for the inset side seam pockets, and deal with the more precise sizing I needed this time. The pockets are awesome. The way they are worked into the waistband ensures the pocket is able to take even the heaviest phone without destroying the line of the skirt. My previous post on the pattern and my first make shares the details for this pocket pattern.
I think I might make another plain skirt next. In part this is because I’m trying to avoid re-threading the overlocker too often. It makes sense to use the white thread while I can, before switching to black for makes in dark materials!
