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From the Notebook

Open-Top Pocket Construction – Part II

6 October, 2021 by James Williams

With the pocket bags assembled, we can now install them into the trousers. First, we need to trim …

Open-Top Pocket Bag Construction

25 September, 2021 by James Williams

To begin construction of the pocket bags and facings, first transfer any stripes or plaids to the …

Drafting Open-Top Trouser Pockets

25 September, 2021 by James Williams

Drafting an open-top pocket is slightly more involved than the side-seam pocket, due to the special …

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