Adding pockets to pants/skirts that don't have any! Easy sewing tutorial

Don't you hate when you find cute pants or skirts but they're missing pockets? This happens all the time to women and it's actually a very simple fix. There are multiple of ways to add pockets to your garments but this one is my favorite because it's hidden at the side seams and easy to do! Hope you enjoy this sewing tutorial and try it out!
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[@coolirpa]

Make sure to use fabric that is equal or lighter weight than your garment. If your fabric is too heavy then it’ll show through your garment on the outside

[@iql-]

Thanks bro I needed this for class

[@moonlightpaw5868]

Got it

[@coolirpa]

Like this comment if you want me to share the other ways you can add pockets to already made garments 😁

[@n3rdygrl]

Is there a way to add pockets on leggings?

[@lilaznchikarita]

Yaaaassss girl! We love pocketsss!!!

[@mxhoneyfoot42]

I have an old wool coat where the old pockets have holes in them, so I've been thinking about putting in new pockets. Maybe that would be an interesting subject?

[@JuniperBronze]

What about for interior chest pockets for a coat or jacket? So jealous of men’s outerwear for having them 🙄

[@iwalani444]

ABSOLUTELY YES PLEASE

[@seafog]

When I added pockets to a skirt before, I got a little greedy and made them too big. I thought bigger the better! But actually when I put my phone in the pocket it was sitting too deep so it felt dangly haha. I know we all love pockets but don’t make the same mistake as me and make sure the pocket size isn’t too big guys! 😂

[@coolirpa]

Lmao! Too funny

[@SH-wk6po]

Justice for pockets (that are actually a good size). Thank you for the tutorial!!

[@coolirpa]

💯

[@cjackman4187]

I know absolutely nothing about sewing but I am going to try and do this. I will be pausing the video A LOT! Thank you so much for the straight to the point video and clear instructions.

[@Danka42]

I feel like this is going to change my life 💖

[@coolirpa]

It will 🫶

[@oneprettyrose1848]

The perfect pocket video and just in time! I’m making a coat and accidentally skipped the pocket insert part lol

[@dawnmason9558]

Welcome back April we missed you. We hope life is treating you well and Eric is good too. Great tutorial more please.

[@coolirpa]

Thank you for the well wishes 🥰 we are doing great!!!

[@thesavingsorceress]

Thank you for this video! I’m going to try to add pockets to all of my skirts and pants that don’t have them yet, so this was so helpful 🪡✨

[@coolirpa]

You are so welcome!

[@nicolehubbard3536]

This is so timely because I just recently decided I wanted to do this with several pairs of my pants! Thank you!

[@coolirpa]

You're so welcome!

[@ninac8867]

That looks so good. I was wondering if it was going to look too bulky but it looks like it was made with them!!!

[@coolirpa]

Will look even better after you press with iron!

[@Truechildofgod]

I learned how to sew from this channel. what I love most about April is how she simplifies pattern making for those of us that actually want to learn without requiring us to have some computer software or forcing us to buy a pattern. If you happen to see my comment truly THANK YOU APRIL!!! You teach so well because you have been where many beginners start and I think that makes you a better designer and teacher than those that throw terms they learned in a course at us ❤

[@natz20100]

Thank you for this quick and easy tutorial, I really needed it!

[@charlotteweaver9736]

Attempting this right now! adding pockets to pj pants for my hubby and myself.

[@MsFriendbear]

wow thanks for the great tutorial! would you be able to make a tutorial on adding pockets to jackets that dont have them?

[@judithdomangue9995]

I needed this, thanks and so happy to see you again April!

[@Paradiselife-13]

Perfect! I got to add pockets to everything now! 😄

[@adelinafranco5888]

this totally worked for me! i’m so happy! turned out perfect. thank you so much!!

[@coolirpa]

Love to hear it!

[@lindastevens7201]

Thank you,thank you!! ❤just what I needed today. Making skirts for Grndaughter. Her only request was POCKETS! I had forgotten how….whew,,saved by your tute😊

[@deniseoates7147]

This was a great tutorial! Thanks for sharing and ta ta for now.

[@chedoggamechewbacka]

Great tutorial. Just curious, why not sew the pocket bag together first before attaching to the seam?

[@coolirpa]

To create the opening, it needs to be sewed to the front and back side seams so it easier to sew it like this. Kinda confusing unless you try it for yourself haha

[@donnapearson6546]

Wow love this I have to have pockets on even my pjs or I just don’t buy the clothes! Any suggestions for skirts that only have a single seam? I’ve sewn a few skirts for my teen granddaughter but she prefers pockets.

[@Angela-jy8um]

So helpful! Thank you!

[@meiliquadrospereira9797]

I needed this so much.

[@ednah150]

I love pockets!!

[@mikkala1]

Thank you for the excellent tutorial. Props for the hilarious intro too

[@MarinaPeebles]

Thanks for making this video! Very straightforward! One question, when I stitch down the pocket bag, are they right sides together? That was the optional but highly recommended step you mentioned. Thanks!

[@Satrazzi]

Thank you, just the thing I was looking for! Super easy to follow your instructions.

[@pliktl]

Draw a giant lima bean, and cut it in half! TWO pocket patterns ❤

[@zoilalulu3798]

That's a huge pocket! Yessss!!

[@sasafreil]

Thank you for sharing this

[@vampirebl4des]

love this!

[@ggchen828]

It’s so helpful Thankyou for sharing❤❤❤

[@coolirpa]

You’re welcome ☺️

[@JustMe-pt1xd]

THANK YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH

[@auomauom]

Beast mode tutorial fr.

[@yanettv154]

Excellent. I need it

[@lucianahaingura1128]

Thank you ❤

[@monikajayescajeda6386]

I love your pants

[@SusanneArtOnline]

You are doing God's work

[@skincare_byabbie7141]

Thanks so much. Very helpful

[@SpiritHeartsSong]

So helpful ❤ thank you

[@gypsygirl731]

I did this to a pr of my sisters jeggings . Thanks

[@lumenardens]

PIVOT! 😂 love it

[@nbsomething]

DUDE I ONLY *THOUGHT* ABOUT WANTING TO DO THIS AND LOOKING UP A TUTORIAL... AND THEN I GET THIS RECOMMENDED??

[@coolirpa]

😂😂😂😂

[@lataejohnson1403]

So helpful!!!! I’m tired of my sweatpants not having pockets. They’re great color but no damned pocketd

[@wandaherring7526]

Good video.

[@cameronmckenzie9047]

What if I don’t have a sewing machine though? Do I sew it by hand or is it impossible?

[@oneprettyrose1848]

That Pen BLEW MY BRAINS OUT 🤯 🧠

[@princesslehaha]

"What the fuuuu " you kill me 😂

[@kevinorr6880]

I need to add a pocket to pants without a side seam. Help?! I think is is a half-welt, but I'm not sure.

[@rebkatesfaldet5050]

❤❤❤❤

[@joannmurphey3727]

Would be easier to see if you used a solid fabric instead of plaid pants. I just watched another one with floral same thing very difficult to see. It's not a difficult process but for people who don't so regularly it's much easier to see if the pants is one solid color and you add a pocket with a different color

[@alyssasmith270]

❤

[@josmith2002]

❤❤❤😊

[@leelulady2010]

Please make videos on how to extend tiny pockets into usable pockets!

[@sherryhannah9262]

Please is unnecessary

[@smileclarenet]

This would be so handy. I've got several pairs of jeans that desperately need bigger pockets, but I have no idea where to start.

[@jcarolinajcos]

😍🙏🏻😍

[@queeneywarren9474]

I was wanting to see more videos that you make it would not let me I don't understand this

[@InfaJoseph-o5e]

👌👌👌👌🙏

[@alcinaysusideasdiy119]

Me gustaba más tu canal antes!

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