TYPES OF POCKETS

3RD QUARTER DRESSMAKING 9

MRS. MARY JANE R.CANAYA
NOVEMBER 15,2016
POCKET

It is a bag or
envelope-like
receptacle either
fastened to or inserted
in an article of
clothing to hold small
items.
It may also be attached
to luggage, backpacks,
and similar items.
In older usage, a
pocket was a separate
small bag or pouch.
TYPES OF POCKETS
WELT POCKET
Pocket whose opening is
adorned and reinforced by one
or two thin strips.
PATCH POCKET
- Pocket of various shapes and
sizes, made of a piece of
material sewn onto the
garments outer surface. Seam,
giving the garment a
distinctive line.
TYPES OF POCKETS
SEAM POCKET
Pocket where the opening is
in a side seam of the garment.
HAND-WARMER POUCH
- Patch pocket on the front of
a garment; it opens vertically on
one or both sides to protect the
hands against the cold.
- It contains a decorative
seam, giving the garment a
distinctive line.
Assessment :
In a whole sheet of paper
answer the following
questions:
What are the types of
pockets?
What is the difference
between patch pocket and
welt pocket?
Draw the different types of
pockets.