How To Sew A Rod Pocket

Learning how to sew a rod pocket can add a lot of versatility to your sewing projects.

A rod pocket is simply a pocket formed by folding fabric onto itself and securing the bottom edge. This forms a casing into where you can slide a rod.

At first, you may assume that learning how to sew a rod pocket is just for rod pocket curtains. But you can use this technique for lots of things. But before we get into these ideas, let me show you in detail how to sew a rod pocket. In fact, I'll show you 2 different methods!

Method 1

Step 1. Measure around the rod you plan on hanging your material on. Then add 1/2". This measurement will be represented as D.

Step 2. Fold down your fabric so that the folded edge is the top of your project.


Step 3. Measure down from the folded edge the 1/2 of D and mark across the fabric.

Step 4. Fold under the raw edge

Step 5. Sew a straight stitch along the markings in step 3... making sure to catch the fabric folded under step 4


Method 2
This method is idea for when you don't want to fold down the top edge to create a rod pocket. Or perhaps, you need a rod pocket in the middle of your project. And you don't want to fold the existing material. This method will give you a way to create a casing anywhere on your project.



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