I googled welt pocket tutorials and found this (it is quite long):
In the end I didn't use the tutorial, I followed my sewing intructor's advice. There is a lot of information out there, much of it conflicting or different enough to cause confusion!
So, here is the evolution of my pocket:
and finally, in the garment:
The fabric was quite tricky to work with as it is quite thick and almost spongy, but I think it turned out ok!
The next challenge is the invisible zippers. There are three, one at each ankle and one at the waist. I had to order an invisible zipper foot for my machine, which I rather hoped would come with instructions! Unfortunatley not, so I may be trying Youtube again...
Hi Tamsin, I know you mentioned in an earlier post that your sewing class was in a village near Cambridge, I would love to know when and where it is, because I live near Saffron Walden and would be very interested in bringing my dubious (read poor) sewing skills along for polishing
ReplyDeleteHi, I also live near Saffron Walden! I go to the Dressmaking class at Bottisham Community College. There are a number of classes throughout the week and there is also a pattern cutting class, but they are run termly. There are also courses run in Cambridge, but they are heavily subscribed and have waiting lists. I hope that helps..
ReplyDeleteHello Tamsin! Instruction can be so confusing, I also go for youtube when in doubt! Your welt pocket ended up so perfect, congratulations!
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