Sewing Pattern: Add a zippered pocket to a pair of shorts

Why is it that exercise shorts rarely have pockets? If you’re out getting some exercise, you’re probably going to have your keys or wallet with you. Am I right, or am I right?

Jill from Jembellish and Creating My Way To Success shows how to add a zippered pocket to a pair of shorts (or any garment, for that matter), giving you a safe place to stash a wallet and a pair of keys while out on a walk. Get the tute.

[photo from Creating My Way To Success] Looking for more Shorts patterns? Check out these patterns we found on Etsy.

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!