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Finishing finesse. Pockets for fashion and function. Covers patch pockets (lined, self-patch and modified for a lined jacket) and inseam pockets.
HANDWOVEN Jan-Feb 1990 (v.11#1) pg. 24

Tip: How to line patch pockets.
THREADS #2 Dec 1985-Jan 1986 pg. 6

How to put pockets on a reversible coat, with double-piped pockets on one side and patch pockets on the other side.
THREADS #4 Apr-May 1986 pg. 6

Tip: How to attach a patch pocket without having to topstitch.
THREADS #8 Dec 1986-Jan 1987 pg. 8

Perfecting the pocket. How to use templates for accurate sewing of pockets, yokes and plackets. Accompanying article gives step-by-step instructions for making a shirt pocket.
THREADS #8 Dec 1986-Jan 1987 pg. 28

Tip: The best way to repair men's pants pockets.
THREADS #9 Feb-Mar 1987 pg. 6

Making pockets. Patternwork and construction for inseam, cargo and Indian pockets.
THREADS #13 Oct-Nov 1987 pg. 30

Three styles of patch pockets to sew. (1) A plain patch, (2) a corded, tucked and pleated pocket and (3) a false patch pocket.
THREADS #18 Aug-Sep 1988 pg. 61

Fabulous welt pockets. How to make a two-way coat pocket that has openings on both the outside and inside of the coat. Details on making a pocket welt and on sewing a double-entry pocket.
THREADS #32 Dec 1990-Jan 1991 pg. 54

Couture sewing techniques from Givenchy. (1) A patch pocket. (2) A braided button shank.
THREADS #37 Oct-Nov 1991 pg. 26

A technique for getting a smooth finish on bound or double-welt pockets in heavier fabrics.
THREADS #40 Apr-May 1992 pg. 18

Tip shows how to line patch pockets.
THREADS #45 Feb-Mar 1993 pg. 10

Tip on making a patch-pocket fabric line up with the pattern on garment fabric.
THREADS #45 Feb-Mar 1993 pg. 10

Fine points for perfect welt pockets. Step-by-step instructions for both double- and single-welt pockets.
THREADS #45 Feb-Mar 1993 pg. 46

Tip on sewing no-tear inset pockets.
THREADS #50 Dec 1993-Jan 1994 pg. 14

Sewing a perfect point. A stitching guide, some turning tools and helpful hints to producing accurate corners on collars, pocket flaps, lapels, etc.
THREADS #53 Jun-Jul 1994 pg. 38
Added Info THREADS #55 Oct-Nov 1994 pg. 6

How to make double-welt pockets.
THREADS #55 Oct-Nov 1994 pg. 42

Borrowing from Calvin Klein. Fine ready-to-wear details that enhance the garments you sew. (1) Double-welt pockets with extended pocket bags that hang smoothly. (2) Free hanging lining with darts to reduce bulk.
THREADS #56 Dec 1994-Jan 1995 pg. 44

Winding welts around a curve. The secrets of shaped pocket openings.
THREADS #62 Dec 1995-Jan 1996 pg. 44

Almost-reversible welt pockets that are perfect for unlined garments.
THREADS #66 Aug-Sep 1996 pg. 50

The shopper's vest features 15 concealed pockets inside this knee-length garment. Includes advice on making hidden pockets in sideseam or of pin-in version for waistband, on deeper side-seam pockets and security pockets with zippers.
THREADS #67 Oct-Nov 1996 pg. 46
Added Info THREADS #68 Dec 1996-Jan 1997 pg. 8

Pocket play. Sew an out-of-the-ordinary, free-hanging pocket. Includes suggestions for creative closures.
THREADS #70 Apr-May 1997 pg. 55

The magic ruffled pocket, an intriguing design that hides hips. A poufed pocket with piping to trim the opening is set into the hipline of a dress. Includes instructions for making a loose-fitting, one-piece dress with set-in sleeve.
THREADS #71 Jun-Jul 1997 pg. 56
Added Info THREADS #73 Oct-Nov 1997 pg. 6

No more wobbly welts. Techniques for creating a welt pocket or bound buttonhole.
THREADS #72 Aug-Sep 1997 pg. 62
Added Info THREADS #75 Feb-Mar 1998 pg. 12

The master tailor Richard Tyler. How to add polish to garments by borrowing a few of Tyler's extra-fine details. (1) Tucked peplum and sleeve. (2) Chinese wedding pocket. (3) Narrow, double-welt pocket. (4) Hand-sewn details.
THREADS #73 Oct-Nov 1997 pg. 28
Correction THREADS #74 Dec 1997-Jan 1998 pg. 6

A trio of behind-the-seams designer pockets. (1) Ellen Tracy's minimalist inside-patch pocket. (2) Issey Miyake's vertical-slit pocket. (3) Donna Karan's side-seam pocket.
THREADS #74 Dec 1997-Jan 1998 pg. 38

No-bulk envelope welts for pockets.
THREADS #75 Feb-Mar 1998 pg. 64

How to use a cutout "window" to help visualize, frame and shape a patch, inset or free-hanging pocket.
THREADS #80 Dec 1998-Jan 1999 pg. 44

How to embellish simple garments with darted, dimensional patch pockets.
THREADS #84 Aug-Sep 1999 pg. 30

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