Page:A complete course in dressmaking, (Vol. 5, Skirts) (IA completecoursein05cono).pdf/53

 marking the tops of the two scallops in the diagram Fig. 55.

This pocket, too, ought to be lined. Allow seams at all edges in cutting out the pattern, being sure that they are marked at an equal depth at all points.

An Oval Patch Pocket: Where you want just a small pocket, an oval outline is effective. See Fig. 57. This style of pocket can be used on almost any skirt, whether the material is a heavy woolen, such as tweed or a medium weight silk, such as rough-weave, sports silk.

The diagram for the pattern is shown in Fig. 58. Decide on the width and depth that you want the pattern, then draw the box ABCD to these proportions. Divide the lower line in two, marking the center as point E. Trace the outline onto another piece of paper, cut it out and fold it as in Fig. 56. Mark the curve for half the lower edge and cut it out. This gives you a guide for making the curve on each side of the pocket exactly the same. Use it in marking the curve on the diagram. In cutting