---
title: "Huey: FreeSewing's Huey Hoodie"
sidebar_label: Huey Hoodie
---
<DesignInfo design="huey" />
## Designer Notes {#notes}
I had a hoodie I liked, but after years of wear it sort of disintegrated. So I
reincarnated it in this design and now its spirit can live on forever.
The name choice is a tip of the hat to [Huey P.
Newton](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Huey_P._Newton).
joost
## What You Need {#needs}
To make Huey, you will need the following:
- Basic sewing supplies
- About 2 metres (2.2 yards) of a suitable fabric (see [Fabric
Options](#fabric))
- Ribbing fabric for the hem and cuffs.
- 1 open ended zipper the length of front seam including hood and waistband.
- (Optional) Cording or suitable alternate for hood strings.
## Fabric Options {#fabric}
You may find a dedicated sweatshirt/tracksuit fabric section in your fabric
store of choice. If you don't, just head for the knitwear section and look for
a thicker comfortable knit fabric.
As far as fibers go, you can go all cotton, or opt for a poly or acryl cotton
blend.
Make sure to pay attention to the inside of the fabric. Sweatshirt fabrics come
in loopback and brushed back. If you want that OMG-it-feels-so-soft-on-my-skin
feeling, go for brushed.
:::tip
You don't have to use sweatshirt fabric. Other options are available, from
fashion-forward neoprene (aka scuba) to a more eyebrow-rising choice like
crushed velour (aka velvet).
Or if you have given up on class, you could go for fleece.
:::
## Cutting Instructions {#cutting}
**Main fabric**
- Cut **2 front** parts
- Cut **1 back** part on the fold
- Cut **2 sleeves** parts
- Cut **2 pocket** parts
- Cut **4 Hood** parts
**Ribbing**
- Cut **2 cuff** parts
- Cut **1 waistband**
