Free Directions to Sew a Five Gallon Bucket Organizer

The Outer Pockets

The Outer Pockets

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com

• Apply bias tape to the upper edge of both pocket sections.
• Mark 1/2" in on each end.
• Fold the pocket section into four sections, not including the 1/2" marks at the ends. Mark the folds with gentle press lines or chalk.
• Mark 1/2" in from the sides on the outside wall pieces and fold them into four even sections as you did the pocket sections.
• Match up the ends and bottom of the outside wall and pocket piece.
• Match the fold marks.
• Pin in place.
• Sew the pocket section to the outside wall section on the fold lines and the edge 1/2" marks.
• Pleat and press the sides of each pocket section so the pocket fits the area.
• Top stitch the edge of each outer pleat.

Index: Free Directions to Sew a Five Gallon Bucket Organizer

1. Materials
2. Pattern and Cutting
3. The Outer Pockets
4. Finish the Outer Pockets
5. Inside Wall and Base
6. Attach Inside and Outside Pieces
7. Secure the Top Seam
8. Ties