In today’s post, I’ll show you how to put together the pockets for the Lou Box Dress 2. These pockets are a little more involved than in-seam pockets but still easy enough for a beginner to sew. These pockets are scooped out of the front of the skirt and the pocket pattern piece will be visible when the garment is finished. I’ll be using a serger for most of the seams but you can follow the same steps using a conventional machine. The steps for the pockets are also the same for knit and woven fabric. Read on for all the details.
How to Sew Scoop Pockets (Lou Box Dress 2)
STEP 1: With right sides together, pin skirt pocket lining to skirt front along curved edge. Stitch.
Press pocket lining to the wrong side. If you wish to topstitch the pocket opening, do so now. Remember, for knit fabric you'll want to use a stitch that has stretch to it, like a zig-zag, twin-needle or triple stretch stitch. If you do not topstitch the pocket, you may want to under stitch the seam allowance to the pocket lining to prevent it showing on the right side. I like to use a narrow zig zag stitch when under stitching knit fabric. Repeat for second pocket.
STEP 2: With right sides together, pin skirt pocket to skirt pocket lining. Stitch curved edge being careful not to catch the skirt in the stitching. Repeat for second pocket.
STEP 3: Smooth the pocket, pocket lining and skirt out flat. Matching notches, pin the pocket to the skirt along the side and waist. Baste pocket and pocket lining to skirt at waistline and side seam.
That’s all for today! Check out the rest of the Sewalong schedule below and catch up on any posts you may have missed. If you haven't bought your pattern yet, there are links to the shop below.
LOU BOX DRESS SEWALONG SCHEDULE
DAY 1 RTW Inspiration Tues Jan 9
DAY 2 Fabric & Supplies Wed Jan 10
DAY 3 How to Print and Store PDF patterns Thurs Jan 11
DAY 4 How to Finish a Knit Neckline Mon Jan 15
DAY 5 How to Finish a Woven Neckline Tues Jan 16
DAY 6 How to Sew a Patch Pocket Wed Jan 17
DAY 7 How to Sew In-Seam Pockets with a Serger Thurs Jan 18
DAY 8 How to Sew Lou Box Dress 2 Scoop Pockets Mon Jan 22
Day 9 How to Sew Lou Box Dress 1, View A Sleeves Tues Jan 23
DAY 10 How to Sew Lou Box Dress 1, View B Sleeves Wed Jan 24
DAY 11 How to Sew Lou Box Dress 2 Waist Casing Thurs Jan 25
DAY 12 How to Sew a Hem Facing Fri Jan 26
If you haven't picked up your pattern yet, they are available in the shop at the links below.
The Lou Box Dress 1 is a loose-fitting cocoon style dress. Worn alone, it’s perfect for warm summer days. Paired with a sweater, tights and boots, it will take you through the colder months. Make it in linen for a casual look or printed silk for a luxurious night out. View A features a medium scoop neck, 3/4 length sleeves with cuffs, in-seam pockets and a knee-length skirt. View B features short cuff sleeves and patch pockets. Instructions are included for sewing the dress in both woven and knit fabrics.
This digital pattern includes an illustrated, step-by-step instruction booklet, a print-at-home layered pattern for letter or A4 size paper, a US copy shop pattern and an A0 size pattern.
Model is 5’11” and is wearing a size 12.
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. After checkout, you will receive a link to the pattern that will be active for 24 hours after you click it. Prices are in USD.
The Lou Box Dress 2 is a loose-fitting gathered waist dress with a ballet neckline, scoop pockets, a knee length skirt and dolman sleeves. View A features three-quarter length sleeves. View B features full-length tapered sleeves and a low scoop back. Instructions are included for sewing the dress in both woven and knit fabrics.
This digital pattern includes an illustrated, step-by-step instruction booklet, a print-at-home layered pattern for letter or A4 size paper, a US copy shop pattern and an A0 size pattern.
Model is 5’11” and is wearing a size 12.
THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT. After checkout, you will receive a link to the pattern that will be active for 24 hours after you click it. Prices are in USD.
This item includes the Lou Box Dress 1 and the Lou Box Dress 2 pdf sewing patterns for a discounted price.
Lou Box Dress 1
The Lou Box Dress 1 is a loose-fitting cocoon style dress. Worn alone, it’s perfect for warm summer days. Paired with a sweater, tights and boots, it will take you through the colder months. Make it in linen for a casual look or printed silk for a luxurious night out. View A features a medium scoop neck, 3/4 length sleeves with cuffs, in-seam pockets and a knee-length skirt. View B features short cuff sleeves and patch pockets. Instructions are included for sewing the dress in both woven and knit fabrics.
Lou Box Dress 2
The Lou Box Dress 2 is a loose-fitting gathered waist dress with a ballet neckline, scoop pockets, a knee length skirt and dolman sleeves. View A features three-quarter length sleeves. View B features full-length tapered sleeves and a low scoop back. Instructions are included for sewing the dress in both woven and knit fabrics.
The bundle includes two digital PDF patterns each with a print-at-home pattern, copy shop pattern, A0 pattern and illustrated instructions. THIS IS NOT A PHYSICAL PRODUCT.
After checkout, you will receive a link to the pattern that will be active for 24 hours after you click it. Prices are in USD.
