An Unusual Way to Sew on a Pocket Using Glue

Step 1

I sew much less often than I embroider, so this method seemed interesting and, most importantly, simple to me. I think it is also perfect for beginner sewists 👍

A patch pocket in itself is not that simple, especially if it is knit: an unstable material plus difficulties with even folds and neat stitching. Even if you use pins, they do not guarantee straight seams.

I found the solution on helenscloset.ca: they suggest using modern adhesives such as fabric glue, a glue stick, or special Wonder Tape adhesive tape. Naturally, all of them must be water-soluble—that is the main requirement.

For clarity, the tape was used: it works like double-sided tape—both of its sides are sticky. Apply a strip of the required length to the pocket piece with the top edge already finished.

Step 2

Remove the protective strip—now the designated section will easily adhere to another surface.

Step 3

Fold the edge under by the width of the adhesive strip.

Step 4

Repeat the trick with the sides as well.

Step 5

Mark the pocket placement using a washable marker.

Step 6

Apply the adhesive tape along all three sides to the required length, using the marks as a guide. Don't forget to remove the protective strip 😉

Step 7

Position the pocket strictly along the markings, adhering it to the surface of the sweater. If it feels like it didn't go on straight enough, you can peel it off and reposition it.

Step 8

Now stitch around the perimeter: the pocket holds firmly and does not shift from the alignment points.

Step 9

All that's left to do after that is simply wash the garment to remove any traces of glue 😍