If you are using fabric for the inside pockets of your needlebook, cut two pieces of fabric from Pattern Piece #2. Fold in half lengthwise and press. Note that "pressing" and "ironing" are not the same thing. In this project, many of the pieces are easily stretched out of shape because they have edges that are on the bias. It is important to "press" where indicated by setting down and lifting the iron, as opposed to "ironing" by moving the iron over the fabric. Ironing the pieces may very likely result in stretching that will eventually shrink back and cause wrinkling in the needlebook.

At this point you may choose to add a small lace trim to the folded edge, or finish the folded edges of the pockets with a decorative stitch on your sewing machine. Another choice would be to add buttonhole stitching along the folded edge.

If you are using wide lace for the pockets, do not cut pockets from Pattern Piece #2. Instead, align the lace over the inside panels of the needlebook, centering a scallop or feature of the lace in the center of each inside panel. Then trim the lace along the cut edge of the fabric.

You may also wish to use a single layer of a sheer fabric such as silk organza to make the pockets, finishing the top edge with a tiny hand rolled hem.