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customizing the sunny day shorts: hexagon pockets
Today, we're thrilled to have Sparrow from Pumpkin & Bunny sharing a fantastic tutorial on how to customize the Sunny Day Shorts by adding hexagon-shaped patch pockets. Thank you so much for joining us, Sparrow!
I’ve always been captivated by geometric designs, especially hexagons. Their perfect symmetry and ability to interlock seamlessly never fail to amaze me. Whether it’s the intricate patterns found in nature or the sleek lines of industrial machinery, hexagons embody both elegance and structure. When I stumbled upon this Riley Blake hexagon print fabric from their Life In The Jungle collection, I knew it would be perfect for my son, Pumpkin. I prefer creating coordinated outfits for my kids, so pairing this fabric with the Sunny Day Shorts seemed like the ideal choice. This pattern is particularly appealing to me because it allows for easy personalization, giving me the freedom to add unique touches without complicating the design.
While it might seem intricate at first glance, this method of creating patch pockets is surprisingly straightforward. It’s become one of my go-to techniques for adding pockets to garments, and it’s incredibly versatile—you can adapt it to create almost any shape! Today, though, I’ll be focusing on how to transform the Sunny Day Shorts into these Honeycomb Shorts by incorporating hexagon-shaped pockets.
To begin, you’ll need to download the hexagon pocket template. It comes in three sizes—3, 4, and 4.5 inches wide—and you’ll also require some lining fabric. For this project, I used a combination of a bold print and a solid quilting-weight cotton.
Start by cutting one hexagon piece from your main fabric and another from your lining fabric for each pocket. You’ll need two pockets of each size, so that means six pieces from your main fabric and six from your lining.
Next, place the two hexagons right sides together and sew them along the edges with a ¼-inch seam allowance. Remember to leave one side open for turning the pocket right side out later. Backstitch at both the beginning and end of your stitching to secure it.
Once you’ve stitched the hexagons together, carefully clip the corners, taking care not to cut through the stitches. Then, turn the hexagon right side out through the opening you left, and press it neatly. Ensure that the edges of the opening are tucked in properly.
After pressing, topstitch around the pocket about ¼ inch from the edge. For heavier fabrics, I recommend using two threads in your top needle to achieve a more durable finish.
Since these pockets will sit over the side seams of the shorts, it’s best to sew those seams first. Only stitch the outer side seam on each leg, leaving the center seam open for now. Arrange the pockets as desired—place the largest hexagon about three inches from the bottom of the leg, with the medium and small ones stacked above it. I positioned mine so that the medium hexagon faced forward.
Now, topstitch the pockets onto the shorts along the edge, leaving one side open. On mine, I left the edge facing the seam open for the smaller hexagons, while the larger hexagon had two sides open but had its topmost corner tacked down to prevent gaping.
Finally, complete the rest of the shorts according to the pattern instructions.
Voila! Admire your newly customized hexagon-pocketed shorts.
I hope you found this tutorial enjoyable and informative. Thank you again for having me here today!
-Sparrow
P.S. If you’re looking to try out more geometric designs, consider experimenting with different shapes and sizes. The possibilities are endless!
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