Hand Mending - Level 1

Oh, the heartbreak of discovering a hole in your fave go-to sweater or the slow fraying of your jeans and your nerves!!

Hand Mending – Level 1 is the perfect place to bring these pieces back from the brink, while fostering creativity, self-sufficiency, and sustainability in your wardrobe. By reimagining your clothing and developing valuable skills, you'll be saving money, honey 🤑—and Mother Earth’s resources 🌎. A win-win!

You’ll learn foundational hand mending techniques, get time to practice, and work on real garments alongside me. Whether you’re going for invisible fixes or visible flair, you’ll walk away with skills that last a lifetime.

aaand Hey, MASSIVE bonus: pair this class with [Machine Mending – Level 1] and get a cute little 10% discount automatically in your chart! While you’re at it add [Alterations – Level 1] for a 1–2 punch to overconsumption 📈 and this late-stage capitalism hellscape 🌪️.

🗓️ 11:00am -1:30pm Saturday 10/11

[Can’t make this one?! Click here to join the waitlist!]

📍Home Ec NYC
44-02 23rd st #315
Long Island City, NY
11101

We will cover things like:

🪡 Parachute stitch
🪡 Blind stitch
🪡 Hand darning (for knits + wovens)
🪡 Intro to visible mending: Sashiko-style embroidery

Prerequisite:

🐣 No prior sewing experience needed! This workshop is beginner-friendly and open to all skill levels.

👉 Note: This class is for adults. If you're interested in classes for kids or teens, email me to inquire!

What is Included:

🧵 2.5 hours of hands-on workshop
💃 Live demo
🛠️ Use of needles, tools, and all studio materials
🎨 Practice fabric to test stitches
👕 Work time on your actual garments
👯‍♀️ Individual guidance from me!

👉Note: This does not include final garment to work on.

What do you need to bring?

👖Garments that you want to mend or practice on. Appropriate items include:
✔️ Jeans or pants with holes
✔️ Sweaters or tees with thinning areas
✔️ Shirts with busted seams
✔️ Woven or knit items

What should I NOT bring?

🦋Items in need of alterations: this is mending class not an alterations class. Check our the [Alterations Workshop]
🫟Soiled or dirty items:  all items must be clean and freshly laundered

👉Note: If the materials brought by the student are not appropriate for the project or they forget them, students can purchase provided materials at the time of class.

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⭐️By registering for this workshop, you are agreeing to our "cancellation & late policy, materials & Liability policy."

LATE
It is strongly advised to arrive early. We will need to start promptly and use every minute of our time together to ensure smooth instruction and completion of the project. The group will move through all instructions and steps at the same time. This is not a drop-in style class.

If a student arrives more than 5 minutes late, it is at the discretion of the instructor whether they can join. If a student arrives 10 minutes late, they forfeit their registration fee and space in the class.

If you suspect you will be late, contact HillaryAODell@gmail.com so we know you're on the way and don't assume you are a no-show.

CANCEL
If you need to cancel, please contact HillaryAODell@gmail.com

Class fees are non-refundable.
If you cancel 14 days before the workshop, you can use the credit towards a future workshop or private lesson with Hillary if booked within 60 days of the original class.

If you cancel 7 or fewer days before the event, you will not receive a credit.

It's strongly advised that if you need to cancel within 7 days of the event to gift your place in the class to a friend.

MATERIALS
It is up to the instructor's discretion if the materials brought by the student are appropriate for the project. If a student brings the incorrect materials or forgets them, they can purchase provided materials at the time of class.

LIABILITY
I understand that by participating in this class or workshop, I will be in an environment where various equipment, including but not limited to sewing machines, steam irons, sharp tools like scissors and pins, and other crafting instruments, will be used by myself and others. The use of such tools carries an inherent risk of injury.

By attending this class or workshop, I voluntarily accept all associated risks. I confirm that I am physically capable of using the necessary equipment without the need for constant supervision. I acknowledge that this Accident Waiver and Release of Liability form will be utilized by Hillary O'Dell, Hilandel LLC and its affiliates for any class, workshop, or event in which I participate, and it will govern my conduct and responsibilities throughout the event.

As a condition of my registration or ticket purchase to attend this event, I agree to the following on behalf of myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and any legal representatives: (A) I waive, release, and discharge any and all liability from the following individuals and entities: Hillary O'Dell, Hilandel LLC, as well as their directors, officers, employees, volunteers, agents, and representatives, along with event sponsors and volunteers. (B) I agree to indemnify and hold harmless all individuals and entities listed above from any and all claims or liabilities arising from my actions during the event, whether brought by other parties or organizations.

I also give my consent to receive medical treatment if necessary in the case of injury, accident, or illness while participating in the event.