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It goes against my natural urge to buy more - but somethings gotta give!
My daughter decided she didn't like overhead hoodies anymore.

Trial and error (on one of my old hoodies) led to this method, cutting first means it is difficult to match up the sides, especially if there is a design or pocket!

Just realised the zip is wonky but that is due to my straight line ability (or inability)rather than anything else.

Afraid I didn't take any photos but I'll explain the steps!
Maybe when I do her pink one I'll remember!
My first how-to so be kind!

So just done the pink hoodie (sorry no pics it's already being worn!)- marked a sewing line this time so no wonky zip HURRAY!

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  • Step 1

    Measure your hoody. Remember it stretches.
    This one measured 20 inches, but stretched to 22" so I bought a 22" open-ended zip.
    Had to go for white - but feel free to match!

  • Step 2

    Turn hoodie inside out.

    Mark centre line where you're going to attach the zip.

  • Step 3

    Using zipper foot attach the zip.

    Streching as you go

  • Step 4

    Turn hoodie right way out.

    Cut up through the channel between the 2 lines of stitching.

  • Step 5

    Enjoy wearing your hoodie without messing your hair!

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Barb S.
Barb S.
I just tried this for one of my spouse's pullover hooded sweatshirts. I marked the centre line from hem to collar, used basting tape to place the zipper, stretching as needed, then pinned it for extra safety, and sewed. Then I cut it up the center, and did a little damage control where the edges of the hood had overlapped at the front. Spouse is delighted and will actually get so much more use out of the hoodie, now. Thank you so much for posting this brilliant idea! Happy
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Barb S.
Barb S.
I just tried this for one of my spouse's pullover hooded sweatshirts. I marked the centre line from hem to collar, used basting tape to place the zipper, stretching as needed, then pinned it for extra safety, and sewed. Then I cut it up the center, and did a little damage control where the edges of the hood had overlapped at the front. Spouse is delighted and will actually get so much more use out of the hoodie, now. Thank you so much for posting this brilliant idea! Happy
Reply
Barb S.
Barb S.
I just tried this for one of my spouse's pullover hooded sweatshirts. I marked the centre line from hem to collar, used basting tape to place the zipper, stretching as needed, then pinned it for extra safety, and sewed. Then I cut it up the center, and did a little damage control where the edges of the hoodie overlapped at the front. Spouse is delighted and will actually get so much more use out of the hoodie, now. Thank you so much for posting this brilliant idea! Happy
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