Avocados in the Wild: Debbie’s Hoodies
It’s been quiet on the blog front the last few weeks because all my energy has gone into some exciting new projects. But hopefully I can share them with you really soon! In the meantime, patterns have...
View ArticlePlus Sized Women’s Avocado Hoodie
The plus sized version of the Women’s Avocado Hoodie is here! It was completely redrafted to suit the needs of a plus sized figure, including a larger bust. You’ll notice that there’s a size 12 in the...
View ArticleOnline Sources for Stretchy Hoodie Fabric
I’m late! Late on Avocado Hoodie Sewalong posts. This week is my birthday AND Chinese New Year. Every time I sat down to write a blog post I got distracted by the allure of allergen-friendly New Years...
View ArticleAvocado Hoodie Sewalong: Inspiration
Fabric makes all the difference. It can take your hoodie from casual to sporty or even a little fancy. Take Aleksandra, Debbie’s, Brooke’s, or Cathy’s Avocado Hoodies. Good, basic, black hoodies for...
View ArticleChoosing your Size and Grading the Avocado Hoodie Sewing Pattern
Alright! You’ve got fabric for your Avocado Hoodie. You’re almost ready to go! Got to pick a size first. There are two important measurements for your hoodie, the bust and hips. Notice in the...
View ArticleBadger Inspiration: the Avocado Hoodie
I have the power! Of the internet! Yes!!! It’s good to be back guys. Especially with this post since it was all ready to go except for pictures before my internet died. But you don’t want a long...
View ArticleMaking a Full Bust Adjustment on the Avocado Hoodie
When doing a full bust adjustment you’re trying to add fabric lengthwise and widthwise across the bust. Princess seams make it an easy task. In this tutorial we’ll essentially be doing two things,...
View ArticleTips for getting Sweatshirt Fleece on Grain
When cutting out your Avocado Hoodie from sweatshirt fleece you might start swearing, particularly if your fleece is sticky. And by sticky I don’t mean like honey. The fleecy side of sweatshirt fleece...
View ArticleSewing the Pockets on the Avocado Hoodie
Ready to begin sewing your Avocado Hoodie? Today we’ll be assembling the pockets. You can see the first video of the sewalong below. There’s a transcript of the video with a few still shots at the...
View ArticleSewing the Body of the Avocado Hoodie
Next up in the Avocado Hoodie Sewalong is sewing the body of your hoodie. Here is the video showing you how with the video transcript and stills below that. Let me know if you’ve got any questions!...
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