How to Add a Patch Pocket to Any Bag

April 8, 2025

Pockets are a super fun aspect of bag making but what happens when the pattern you're using doesn't call for the pocket you love. Well, you add your own and I'm here to show you how.

Let's learn how to add patch pocket to any bag!

Here's a video tutorial. There's also a written tutorial below.

First we need to determine the size of the pocket.

Measure the panel that you'll place the pocket on. You want to be sure your pocket isn't too big, so, keep in might seam allowances and whether or not the corners will be boxed etc. This pocket size st totally up to you.

Cut 2 of your patch pockets.

In the above written tutorial is tells you to center the pocket, however, you're the boss, place where ever you'd like as long as it doesn't interfere with the seam allowances or any important feature of your bag.