Sewing a hoodie: a project that even beginners can easily handle with my instructions. With videos, patterns, and clever tips.
The most important things at a glance
- Many beginners are hesitant to start sewing hoodies because they are unsure about materials and processing
- Thanks to SewSimple, I have now sewn many dozens of hooded sweatshirts and will share with you what really matters
- You will learn which materials, tips, and techniques really help you when sewing a hoodie
- Because when you know how it works, you can implement it for your own sewing project as well
- This ensures a beautiful sewing result – and of course, a great sense of achievement
What is a hoodie?
A hoodie is a garment sewn from comfortable and soft fabric such as sweatshirt fleece or jersey. It usually features a hood that can be pulled over the head and a kangaroo-style pocket on the front. These hooded sweatshirts are often worn as casual leisurewear.
Hoodies are a comfortable garment that can be worn at home or on the go. They can be combined with joggers and sneakers to achieve a cool yet stylish look.
This post is therefore about a particularly popular garment: the hoodie!
How cool would it be to be able to sew such a great hooded sweatshirt yourself in the future! In this post, we will also look at how to create variations from different fabrics.
What you will find in our PDF hoodie patterns
- detailed, illustrated sewing instructions
- sewing patterns in A4 and A0
- all pattern sizes for printing at home
If you don't want to tape the pattern together yourself, you can also find paper patterns in our shop.
Where can I find hoodie sewing patterns to download?
At SewSimple, there are various hoodie variations available. Before we dive into the action, you should choose a pattern that you particularly like. I will introduce some of them here:
Women's Hoodie PEPPER
- Hoodie with divisions and flared hems
- Sleeves are divided for an optimal fit
- Construction with raglan sleeves
- Perfect for sweatshirt fleece and slightly firmer jersey fabrics
Women's Hoodie GUSTE
- Hoodie with raglan cut and flared hems
- Sleeves are divided for an optimal fit
- Perfect for sweatshirt fleece and slightly firmer jersey fabrics
- With wrap-around collar and hood
Muslin Hoodie MAYE
- Hoodie with wrap-around collar
- Optional round neckline also possible
- Construction with set-in sleeves
- Cuffs are included in the pattern
- relaxed fit
- ideally suited for working with muslin fabrics
Women's Hoodika MIEKE
- loose hoodie tunic with wrap-around hood
- large front pocket
- Set-in sleeves
- Lined hood
- Rounded hem in 3 lengths (shirt, tunic, dress)
Men's Hoodie RICKMER
- Hoodie with raglan cut
- large front pocket integrated into the hem
- Lined hood
- Perfect for sweatshirt fleece and slightly firmer jersey fabrics
Hoodie-Slipover ENNIS
- Hoodie-slipover with cuffs
- dropped shoulders
- lined hood
- also possible as a round-neck version
- Pattern from my book: Meine Lieblings-Oberteile nähen*
What fabrics can I use to sew a hoodie?
Perfect choices are slightly thicker, stretchy fabrics with some structure, such as:
But a firm jersey* or punto di roma* is also a good choice. In that case, you might need to sew the hoodie one size smaller if the pattern is designed for slightly thicker fabrics. Our hoodie MAYE was developed specifically for muslin.
If you are still unsure about working with stretchy fabrics, I recommend this blog post: Sewing jersey
It is important that you wash and iron the fabric before processing to remove residues, dirt, and sizing.
Reading tip: Wash fabrics before sewing
How much fabric do I need for a hoodie?
That always depends on the sewing pattern, of course. For our men's hoodie, for example, you need 1.70 m of sweatshirt fabric for size XXS with a fabric width of 1.40 m. For size 6XL, you need 2.75 m.
What other accessories do I need?
Because every pattern is sewn differently, I will show you the most common materials and steps in this post. If your hoodie pattern requires different materials or other accessories, you should, of course, have them ready.
- Hoodie cord (depending on size and needs)*
- 2 cord stoppers* (matching the hoodie cord)
- Marking pen*
- Pins*
- Sewing thread*
- Rotary cutter*
- Fabric scissors*
- Patchwork ruler*
- Sewing machine*
What size should I sew?
To find the right size for the hoodie, you should measure the future wearer of the garment.
For this, you need a measuring tape. Here are the most important measurements you should record:
- Bust circumference: Measured around the fullest part of the bust
- Waist circumference: Measure the narrowest part of the waist by wrapping the tape around it and meeting it at the front
- Hip circumference: Wrap the tape around the fullest part of the hips and meet it at the front
➡️ When measuring, you should wear the underwear (including bra!) that you intend to wear under the finished item. Write down the measured values and compare them with our body size chart.
➡️ Choose the size that corresponds to the bust circumference.
➡️ TIP: For longer sizes, we have included a line in some patterns for lengthening or shortening. For this, simply cut the pattern along the line, insert a strip of paper the width of the desired extension, and then tape the bottom part of the pattern back on.
Sewing a hoodie tunic
A hoodie tunic, our so-called "Hoodika," is just as easy and quick to sew as a "normal" hoodie.
The highlight of this pattern is the nicely rounded hem, which is flattering to the figure.
Sewing a muslin hoodie
To sew a hoodie made of muslin, you need a pattern that is truly tailored to this fabric.
This is because, although muslin is somewhat elastic due to its slightly crinkled surface, it is still a woven fabric.
Sewing a hoodie vest
This hoodie vest is great as a mix-and-match piece for a layered look. You can sew it with or without a hood.
The special feature is the hood, which is cut at the fold in the front and therefore has no seam. This makes it particularly comfortable to wear.
Summary
My conclusion: Sewing a hoodie is a piece of cake with the right pattern and a few tips! It is important that you choose a fabric you feel confident with. A not-too-stretchy sweatshirt fabric or a firm knit fabric are always a good idea. Hoodies can be perfectly combined with joggers, wide-leg trousers, or skirts and add a sporty touch to your wardrobe. :)
Feel free to let me know how you got on with the instructions. I look forward to hearing from you.
Happy simple sewing, your Sabine
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