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How to Sew a Hidden Pocket in Pants

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While a hidden pocket in a jacket is cool, a hidden pocket in a pair of pants is even better. This pocket can be used to hold extra money that you are trying to keep secret. Follow these steps to learn how to sew a hidden pocket in your pants.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
  1. Step 1

    Determine the best place for the pocket. It can be near the inside of the waistband or inside one of the legs.

  2. Step 2

    Cut some material into a square or rectangle. Make it small enough to fit inside the pants but large enough to actually hold items.

  3. Step 3

    Turn the pants inside out so you can see exactly what and where you are sewing.

  4. Step 4

    Lay the cut pocket material on the pants. Line it up exactly in the place where you want the pocket.

  5. Step 5

    Pin the hidden pocket material to the pants on 3 sides. Make sure you leave the opening of the hidden pocket at the top so your items do not fall out while wearing the pants.

  6. Step 6

    Sew the 3 pinned sides of the hidden pocket to the pants. This can be done using a sewing machine or by hand stitching it. Feel free to double-stitch the hidden pocket for extra security. Use a thread that is the same color as the pants to help hide the fact that a pocket is stitched on the inside. Remove the pins when you're finished sewing the pocket in its place.

  7. Step 7

    Flip the pants right side out. Place some loose change in the new hidden pocket to check for holes.

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