Ready, Set, Sew!

The hardest part of sewing? Sometimes, it's just getting started—literally unboxing the machine or wiping off that accumulation of "I'll get to it someday" dust. Maybe you've binge-watched tutorials, taken a class, and swiped your credit card on supplies, only to sit there thinking, "Okay… now what?"

Sewing machines have higher standards than you dope ass single aunt. And unlike your iphone they won’t autocorrect your mistakes like turning fuck into duck, – if you don’t use them properly, they’ll turn fuck into “FFFFFUCK!” 

That’s why this class exists—to help you get started confidently baby.

Details:

Who:😊 This class is for students with no prior sewing machine, beginners, or anyone needing a refresher!
Where: This class is virtual happening on zoom so you can be at home with your machine.
When: Dates and times listed at checkout.If you don’t see a date a time that work for you [Join the Waitlist]. This is a class that I will continue to offer often.
How: When you register, you'll let me know what machine you have so I can tailor the instruction to your model. Let’s get you sewing—without the frustration!
What will we cover?:
🧵 Getting your machine out and set up
🧵 Understanding all the bits and bobs
🧵 Threading your machine (one you’ve been waiting for 🥁)
🧵 Creating a bobbin
🧵 Sewing a basic stitch
🧵 Troubleshooting the most common issues
🧵 Adjusting machine settings like a pro

Want to get 1:1 support virtually or in person? Check out [Private Lessons]
Just starting out and want to get a project under your belt? Check out Sewing 101

Paying with a credit card? Cool, get those points, girl! You can continue checking out here.

Planning to pay with your debit card? Want to help your girl (me) out? Instead of checking out here, head to [Venmo] and send your payment, along with the name of the workshop and your email address in the comments. This helps me avoid transaction fees 😉.

⭐️By registering you are agreeing to our cancelation, late, materials, liabilities, and all studio policies, terms and conditions.

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 info@homeecnyc.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 info@homeecnyc.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.

MATERIALSIt 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.

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