sew is your face!

i have a firm belief that within every outfit i wear, there should be at least one pocket!  even if it’s in my socks.  during the recent heat wave, i didn’t really feel up for sewing but i managed to crank out these two different styles of pockets.  for the black pocket, i used black and white felt with silver thread.  i free handed the skull and cross bones, cut it out, glued it to the felt, then hand sewed it down with a metallic black/silver thread.  in doing sew, i created the outline of the teeth.  it is the perfect size for business cards, credit cards and a drivers license. perfect for when you’re out clubbing or hooping but don’t have any pockets. you can slip this slender pocket into your boot or sock to hold a few necessities. pretty cute! the black and red pocket is made from the wider end of a necktie. the funny thing about neckties is that they are by no means exact. the point isn’t exactly in the middle like you would expect. but not to worry, when used for a pocket it gives the finished product more personality and a true one-of-a-kind look. to make this pocket, i serged the raw end of the tie together and folded it into the inside before sewing all around the edges with a sparkly silver thread. then i added a snap to make it secure. looks pretty good i think. this pocket is slightly bigger than the other and can easily hold a house key, id, credit cards, and money all at the same time. maybe even more. it also fits into my sock or boot and works well as a change holder in my purse. i could make a longer tie pocket and use it for an iphone or ipod cover. the possibilities seem endless. who wouldn’t love a cute homemade pocket that is also keeping an old necktie from ending up in a landfill? i love upcycling, everyone wins.