DIY Pet Hoodie

Great DIY sewing project for all skill levels! This is a step by step sewing tutorial for a simple pet hoodie! This pattern come in multiple sizes and is easy to adjust to your pets exact measurements. Hoodie can be made for both cats and dogs. Hope everyone has fun with this easy sewing project!

Supplies

-LINK to Pattern: https://www.properfitclothing.com/product-page/pet...

-LINK to Fabric(Sweatshirt Fleece):https://amzn.to/3vi39zw

-LINK to Fabric(Ribbing):https://amzn.to/3lJJqFz

-LINK to Cord:https://amzn.to/3AR4Qox

-LINK to Cord Stop:https://amzn.to/3aFxqyG

-LINK to Eyelets:https://amzn.to/3BLUMy

-LINK to Edge Presser Foot (domestic machine):https://amzn.to/3wCxWqf

-LINK to Serger:https://amzn.to/3lJJUeR

-LINK to Sewing machine Singer 4423:https://goo.gl/33eHF8

Step 1: Supplies

Main Fabric: .5 - 1.25 yards (sweatshirt fleece)

Ribbing: .25 yards

Cord: 1 yard

Cord Stop: 1-2

Eyelets: 2

Button Snap: 1

Printable Sewing Pattern

Step 2: Assembling Pattern

Download pattern.

Print pattern.

Tape pattern together alphanumerically from left to right, top to bottom.

Choose garment size.

Cut out pattern.

Step 3: Pattern Pieces

After cutting you should end up with...

• 2 Sleeve panels (Fleece Fabric)
• 2 Pocket Panels (Fleece Fabric)
• 4 Hood Panels (Fleece Fabric)
• 1 Back Panel (Fleece Fabric)
• 1 Chest Panel (Fleece Fabric)
• 1 Waistband Panel (Rib Knit)
• 2 Cuff Panels (Rib Knit)

Step 4: Sewing Options

You can use a serger or a standard sewing machine.

Sergers are great for stretch knit fabrics. The machine cuts and sews making for a clean edge. The stitch also streches with the fabric. This reduces seam breakage. I highly recommend using this machine for the project.

Standard Machine. If you do not have a serger you can still carry on with the project. Just make sure you have your sewing machine set to zig zag stitch. The zig zag stich allows the thread to stretch with the fabric.

Step 5: Hood Assembly Part 1

-Grab all 4 hood panels.

-Place the right sides together.

-Stitch along the back curved edge.

Step 6: Hood Assembly Part 2

-Start by flipping one hood section right side out.

-Place the right side out panel inside the opposite panel with right sides together.

-Line up the bottom edges and top center seam.

-Stitch along the entire front edge.

Step 7: Attaching Eyelets

-Flip hood right side out.

-Make a mark about 1 inch from the opening edge and 2.5 inches from the bottom. This will the placement of the eyelet. Repeat this mark for the opposite side.

-Snip small hole for eyelet. Only cut hole though the outer layer.

-Slide eyelet into hole.

-Place backing on eyelet.

-Use hand die or press to secure eyelet into position.

Step 8: Cord Path

-Next we will be adding a path for the cord.

-Pin the hood together. Lining up the outer and inner panels.

-Stitch from edge to edge on the outside of the eyelet.

-Try to keep the stitch the same distance from the edge all the way around. This will give you a more professional finished sweatshirt.

Step 9: Finishing Hood

-Line up the bottom edges.

-Stitch the bottom edge. If you are zig zag stitching. Stitch directly on the edge.

Step 10: Pocket Panel Part 1

-Grab both of the pocket panels.

-Place the right sides together.

-Stitch all edges except the top.

Step 11: Pocket Panel Part 2

-Flip the right sides out.

-Line up the top edge.

-Stitch along edge.

Step 12: Pocket Placement

-Grab back panel.

-Open back panel up and place the pocket in the center 2.5-3 inches from the bottom.

-Flip the panel directly up. Reflecting it on the up edge.

-Stitch on the inside of the top edge.

Step 13: Finishing Pocket

-Flip pocket back down.

-Pin pocket flat.

-Top stitch the all edges except diagonal hand openings.

-Edge presser foot will help keep stitch straight with top stitching.

Step 14: Attaching Sleeve Panels to Back Panel

-Grab both sleeve panels.

-Make sure you mark each side to keep edges organized.

-Place right sides together. Lining up sleeve back edge with back panel sleeve edge.

-Repeat for opposite sleeve.

-Stitch both edges.

Step 15: Top Stitch Sleeve Seams

-Point seam allowance towards back panel.

-Top stitch both of the sleeve seams.

-This will add both strength and style to the hoodie.

Step 16: Chest Panel Attachment Part 1

-Grab chest panel.

-With right sides together. Line up the sleeve opening with the chest sleeve edge.

-Stitch edge.

-Top stitch edge after sewing.

Step 17: Chest Panel Attachment Part 2

-Grab opposite sleeve opening edge.

-Place right sides together.

-Stitch edge.

-Top stitch after sewing.

Step 18: Side Seams

-Flip the right sides together.

-Line up the are pit seams.

-Stitch side seams.

Step 19: Attaching Hood

-Mark centers on both chest and back panel.

-Place hood in neck opening with right sides together.

-Line top hood seam up with back center mark.

-Line front of hood up with chest center mark.

-Pin into position.

-Stitch around entire edge.

Step 20: Top Stitch Hood

-Point seam allowance down towards body panels.

-Top stitch entire edge.

Step 21: Check Seams

-Flip right sides out and double check all seams.

Step 22: Preparing Ribbing

-Grab waistband and cuff panels.

-Fold in half with the right sides together.

-Stitch edge opposite of the fold.

Step 23: Folding Ribbing

-After stitching ribbing. Fold in half to make clean bottom edge.

-Repeat process for all ribbing panels.

Step 24: Attaching Waistband

-Place waistband on the inside of the bottom edge with right sides together.

-Line up the bottom edge with the bottom edge of the ribbing.

-Ribbing is sorter so you will have to stretch to make even with hoodie edge.

-Pin into position and stitch entire edge.

Step 25: Repeat Process for Cuffs

-Repeat the previous step for both of the cuff panels.

Step 26: Top Stitch Waistband and Cuffs

-Fold seam allowance towards the body.

-Top stitch around waistband and both cuffs.

Step 27: Threading Cord

-Attach safety pin to end of cord.

-Thread safety pin though eyelet.

-Work cord though cord path in hood.

-Pull cord out opposite eyelet.

Step 28: Finished Cord

-Trim cord to desired length.

-Use lighter to singe cord ends.

Step 29: Cord Stopper

-Add cord stopper after finishing cord ends.

-Slide cord stopper up.

Step 30: Adding Hood Snap Button

-Fold hood on back panel.

-Mark center of hood and where the hood center touches the back panel.

-Grab snap button.

-Cut hole on marked areas.

-Place button snap in hold and press into position.

-Snap bottom closed. This snap will help keep the hood from flopping in your pets face.

Step 31: Finished!

Thank you so much for checking out my project out! If you get stuck on any steps you can also checkout my detailed step by step video tutorial.