Breathe new life into your wardrobe with this exciting Up-cycled Sweatshirt class! Under the guidance of our guest instructor, Peg Reed, you’ll start with a simple crew-neck sweatshirt and transform it into a vibrant, pieced top using your favorite quilting cotton strips.

You'll learn:

• How to deconstruct a sweatshirt for repurposing

• Techniques for strip placement and piecing

• Options for adding a yoke design

• How to reassemble and finish for a flattering, wearable look

This class is full of personality and possibilities! Your finished sweatshirt will be cozy, colorful, and totally custom. A great way to upcycle clothing and showcase your favorite prints.

Please note:

• Hoodies and raglan sleeves are not compatible with this pattern

• Jelly rolls are not recommended for this project

• One-way directional prints require extra fabric (see materials list)

Materials List

Please bring:

• One used sweatshirt – must be a standard crew neck with set-in sleeves (no hoodies or raglans)

• Sewing machine in good working order (or rent one of ours)

• Thread to match the inside of your sweatshirt + 2 bobbins pre-wound (unless using our machines, then come early to class)

Fabric:

• Six ½-yard cuts of quilting cotton

  • These will be cut into strips: 1½", 2", 2½", and 3" wide

  • Save one piece for an optional yoke insert

• If using directional (one-way) prints, purchase ¾ yard instead of ½

• Jelly rolls are not recommended – they won’t look right for this design

Skills Taught

• Garment deconstruction and upcycling

• Strip piecing techniques

• Fabric strip layout and auditioning

• Optional yoke creation and placement

• Basic machine sewing and reassembly

Skill Level: Confident Beginner and up
Students should be comfortable using a rotary cutter and sewing machine independently.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made 72+ hours in advance will be refunded only if we can fill your spot. If not, or if you cancel later, we’ll offer store credit.

Classes with fewer than 3 participants may be canceled or rescheduled. Weather-related cancellations will be credited or rescheduled.