How to Create a Sports Jersey - Using the Kids My Way Hoodie and Cricut Design Space

By Jessica LuckertFeb 19, 2026

Step 1: Determine your size

This pattern is unique in that it comes with three size charts: Sapphire (slim), Ruby (regular) and Emerald (extended). Use the instructions provided with the pattern to determine which size chart to use. A copy of the instructions can be found below:

How to determine which size (chart) to use:

Take measurements of your models chest, waist and hip and height.
Look first at the Ruby Size Chart, you can use this chart when your model has the waist/hip in the same size as or 1 size above/below the height size. When your model has the waist/hip size 2 sizes or more below the height size in the Ruby Chart, your model fits into the Sapphire Chart. When your model has the waist/hip size 2 sizes or more above the height size in the Ruby Chart, your model fits into the Emerald Chart.
Use the files that your model fits into.

For this project I will be using the extended size chart as my teen’s chest is too broad for regular kids sizing, yet he is too short for adult.

Step 2: Choose a Colour Scheme

In choosing a colour scheme you will need a main colour and a contrast. Ideally this will match your child’s favourite sports team. If you aren’t a fan that’s ok (full disclosure: neither am I!), you can do a quick Google image search for inspiration.

Our local hockey team’s colours are blue and white. A lesser known fact is that they wear green and white on St. Patrick’s Day to honour the team’s historic origins. Since my son is a huge hockey fan and happens to love the colour green that is what I went with.

Step 3: Choose Your Design

Use an Existing Logo:

Choose an image that represents your favourite sports team. There are many images available, but the best ones are those that are already in svg format.

If all you can find is a line image that will also work. You can bring any simple drawing into Cricut Design Space and easily remove the background. Not all images are created the same, so you may need to find a few before you are happy.

Create a Logo:

Affinity Designer and Inkscape are free programs that can create vector images. Use your creativity and design a logo for your team.

If you are open to using AI it can be a helpful tool in making your vision come to life. I uploaded an image of the My Way Hoodie and gave it the following prompt:

“Take this modelled photo and make the child into a mannequin. Make the hoodie look more like a pink sports jersey with silver instead of the white arm bands. Add a silver logo on front that represents a sewing team.”

I actually really like it! Perhaps I’ll make one like this for myself in a future project. Would you like to join me in creating an Ellie and Mac Sew Team? Now that is a sport I can happily join!

The My Way comes with crew neck or hoodie options, but if you’d prefer it to look a bit more like a typical jersey you can modify the neckline to be v-shaped.

Step 4: Cricut Design Space - T-shirt Template

Download Cricut Design Space to your PC, Mac or Android device.

Once the program opens, login and select “open a new project”. You have the option of working from a blank canvas or choosing a template.

On the left hand side of your screen choose LAYOUT and then click on T-SHIRT. From the tshirt layout guide choose the size that is closest to your model. I’m sewing an 18E which is roughly the same as an Adult Small.

You will then see a line image of the front and back of a t-shirt with a recommended area for the location and size of your design. Compare the suggested size to your pattern piece.

Since my tshirt is not white, I used the SHAPES feature to draw a square behind my template. To change the colour I clicked on the square at the top of the screen (between “basic cut” and the shape dimensions) and chose green. I will delete or hide the square before cutting.

Step 5: Cricut Design Space - Upload Image

On the left hand side of your screen click “Upload”. You will then see a screen that advises you to upload a compatible file type: JPG, PNG, GIF, SVG, DXF, HEIC & BMP.

Click on Upload Image. It will then ask you to either drag files to the box or to browse your files for the image.

If your image doesn’t have the background removed you may have to fine tune it by manually clicking on all the areas that you want to be transparent. If you subscribe to Cricut Access there is an automatic feature which will do this for you.

In my image the main background is transparent however the letters and squiggles are white.

If you find it difficult to remove the background in small areas you can increase the zoom percentage (located directly below the image).

Click on “Preview Single Layer” to make sure that your image looks as intended. If there are any missed spots you can turn off the preview and continue cleaning up the image.

At this point you can choose “Apply & Continue”, followed by “Single Layer”. The multiple layer feature is only available if you subscribe to Cricut Access.

You can now save your image name and upload it to your canvas.

Resize the logo to the appropriate dimensions for your project.

STEP 6: Add Name/Number

Select “Text” (from the left-hand side of the screen) and choose an athletic font (e.g. Sports Jersey Font) to write your name and number.

If you would like the name and number to print out together you will want to highlight both items, right click and select “attach”.

Step 7: Cutting Time!

Once your design is finished it is finally time to send it to your cutting machine. I’ll be using the Cricut Explore 3. If you have a different model please set up accordingly.

Connect the machine to a power outlet and USB-C port (or via bluetooth).

In Design Space, click the green button that says “Make”. It can be found at the upper right-hand side of your screen.

The type of HTV you are using will be the determining factor in how the material is printed. If you have Cricut brand “Smart” Iron-On HTV you can load without a mat. Most likely you will be using the type of HTV that requires a mat.

Confirm your selection and review artwork. The image can be moved around the mat as well as rotated.

** MIRROR IMAGE MUST BE SELECTED **

Click “Continue” Choose the material you will be using (either Smart Iron-On HTV or regular HTV) and begin the cutting process.

Step 8: Weeding

Weeding is the process by which you remove the excess HTV from the image. I use a sharp tool to grab at the small bits and pull larger areas off with my hands. It’s a bit messy so have a garbage bin nearby.

Step 9: Sew Your Top

Go ahead and sew up your My Way Hoodie as per the written instructions and/or the video tutorial.

Decide whether you want to press the vinyl before the bodice sides are sewn (for easy accessibility - this may be the better option in smaller sizes) or after the garment is complete (to ensure the design is centred).