{"product_id":"thread-technique-hoodie-hacks","title":"Thread + Technique: Hoodie Hacks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThreads + Techniques: Hoodie Hacks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmall construction changes that give your handmade hoodies a more customized finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eA hoodie is a great basic—but a few thoughtful details can completely change how it looks, fits and functions.\u003cbr\u003eIn this Threads + Techniques workshop, we’ll explore a collection of practical hoodie modifications and finishing techniques that can be incorporated into future sweatshirt, hoodie and knitwear projects.\u003cbr\u003eRather than sewing a complete garment, you’ll work through a series of focused samples designed to help you understand how each technique is constructed and when you might want to use it.\u003cbr\u003eThe exact technique lineup may vary as we refine the workshop, but expect to explore \u003cstrong\u003efive different hoodie hacks\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a mix of functional details, design modifications and professional finishing ideas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAT A GLANCE\u003cbr\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friday, Nov 20\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6-9 pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: Beginner \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jodie Kachkar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e The WORKROOM at Fabric + Flow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroughout the workshop, we’ll work through five hoodie-focused techniques and modifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechniques may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a thumbhole cuff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModifying or customizing a hood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating a split hem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternative cuff, hem or finishing treatments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign details that can be incorporated into sweatshirt and hoodie patterns\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final collection of techniques will be selected to give you a useful mix of construction skills and adaptable ideas you can take into future projects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHOW THE CLASS WORKS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThreads + Techniques classes are designed around \u003cstrong\u003eskill building rather than completing a full garment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour instructor will demonstrate each technique step by step, and you’ll create samples you can keep for reference. Along the way, we’ll talk about how the techniques can be adapted to different patterns, fabrics and garment styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ll leave with hands-on practice, reference samples and a better understanding of how small pattern and construction changes can make a handmade hoodie feel more intentional and uniquely yours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIS THIS CLASS FOR YOU?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis workshop is best suited to sewists who are already comfortable using a sewing machine and have some experience sewing garments.\u003cbr\u003eYou do not need previous hoodie-making experience, but you should be comfortable sewing seams and following basic garment construction instructions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eJodie Kachkar has been sewing since she was 12 and has spent 25 years teaching with Edmonton Public Schools, including teaching fashion to high school students. 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