Workshops

On the Syllabus this Term

February 8

Sunday 2:00pm-5:00pm
Sewing 101 - Reversible Tote Bag

February 11

Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Sewing 101 - Stripe Patchwork Pillow

February 12

Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Alterations: Hems

February 14❤️

Saturday 2:00pm-5:00pm
BYOP (Bring You Own Project)

February 15🌳
NEW DATE AND NAME
SAME PROJECT AND CAUSE
Sunday 5:30pm-8:00pm
Sew-lidarity: Patchwork-folio
100% of profit goes to Immigrant Rapid Response Fund through Women’s Foundation of Minnesota

February 15

Sunday 2:00pm-4:30pm
Embroidery 101

February 18

Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm
BAP (Big Ass Pouch)

February 19

Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm
BYOP (Bring You Own Project)

February 21

Saturday 12:00pm-5:00pm
Comfy Pants

February 22

Sunday 2:00pm-4:00pm
Studio Social: Stitch Circle
[FREE/ Low Cost]

February 25

Wednesday 6:30pm-8:30pm
Knitting 101: Scrunchie

February 26

Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Sewing 101 - Reversible Tote Bag

March 7

Saturday 12:00pm-5:00pm
Alterations: Jeans (COMING SOON - Join waitlist)

March 8

Sunday 2:00pm-5:00pm
Sewing 101 - Stripe Patchwork Pillow

March 11

Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Embroidery 101

March 14

Saturday 11:00pm-5:00pm
Patternmaking 101: Bodice Sloper

March 15

Sunday 2:00pm-5:00pm
BAP (Big Ass Pouch)

March 18

Wednesday 6:30pm-9:30pm
Sewing 101 - Reversible Tote Bag

March 19

Thursday 6:30pm-9:30pm
BYOP (Bring You Own Project)

March 25

Wednesday 6:30pm-8:30pm
Sewing 101 - Stripe Patchwork Pillow

March 29

Sunday 2:00pm-5:00pm
Sewing 101 - Reversible Tote Bag

For the most up to date information check in workshop/event descriptions and subscribe to the [Newsletter] for announcements!

Course Catalog

So, what’s your
(workshop) type?

  • Designed to be welcoming and a little bit magical✨. Whether you're here to try a new activity with friends🥰, taking the first step on your sewing journey 🌱 or in need of a refresher 🤔 you’ll leave with skills, confidence, and something you made with your own hands 🎉HOW EPIC?!!?🎉

    This grouping of classes are considered a prerequisite for the rest of the sewing classes offered at Home Ec NYC

  • Centered around a specific project these workshops can run as an intensive or span multiple weeks, allowing for richer learning, creative momentum, and more meaningful connection with your work and your new sewing besties 👯‍♀️.

    As we learn, play, mess up (it’s allowed!), and grrrrow .. You'll get to watch your process evolve and your skills and vision take shape. At the end? We celebrate 🎉—because showing up, sticking with it, and making cool shit with cool people is a big deal.

  • Flexible, expert advice when you need it. Book hourly support across a range of topics—from planning to problem-solving. This focused consultation will help clarify your goals, map out next steps, and identify opportunities for growth.kill Building

    A collection of focused classes to master essential techniques🛠️, gain confidence 💪, slow down🐌, and actually enjoy the process! Each session covers a specific technique, breaking it down into clear, approachable steps with in-depth instruction and expert tips. Think of me as your guide down the rabbit hole 🐇. Leave saying: “Wait—I CAN totally do this!” Because you can. And you will 😘

  • Slow, intentional, and deeply satisfying 🧶✨. These workshops focus on techniques done entirely by hand with no sewing machines required! Rooted in the same creative world, these skills both support and stand alongside machine-based making. From hand embroidery and mending to pattern making and knitting, we’ll explore the quiet magic of working bit by bit.

    Perfect for anyone craving a slower pace 🐌, a deeper connection to materials, or skills you can take anywhere. Come build patience, precision, and confidence while making something beautiful, useful, or both—with your hands, your brain, and a little bit of heart 💖.

Sew-lidarity

Have an idea for

an event or a workshop

that you don’t see here?!

Where your creativity gets more square footage than your apartment.

Open Studio

Finally:
a place to cut fabric without moving your coffee table!

If 1:1 is more

your thing

I believe everyone should have the opportunity to learn, regardless of financial situation. If cost is a barrier: scholarships, sliding scale options, and flexible payment plans are available.

Please email me to discuss your needs.

  • "I wanted to have more clothing making & mending skills for the impending apocalypse. Hillary is super knowledgeable and has a great sense of humor, a perfect guide in these dark times!"

    Anna

  • "It made me look at my wardrobe in a new light. I don't feel like buying anything new anymore, and when I'm thrifting, I'm not intimidated by clothes that don't fit."

    Joni

  • "Hillary is super knowledgeable and never a gate keeper. She wants to share anything and everything that she knows with her students, and does so in a way that's super accessible."

    AC

  • "Was nervous before the class because it’s been years since I’ve taken any type of class but immediately felt relaxed with Hillary. She was chill, funny, relatable, and I learned so much more than I expected."

    Lori

  • "You’ll definitely learn a lot and come out of class with new skills. I think of helpful tips Hillary has taught me whenever I sew now!"

    Deb

  • "Class with Hillary feels like a friend encouraging you to 'just go for it.' She explains everything super clearly and you can ask her anything at all. I felt more capable leaving each class."

    Alyssa

  • "Hillary keeps the class moving forward while providing lots of individual encouragement and answering questions!"

    -DS

Get in Touch

It all begins with an idea and a convo.
Looking forward to chatting with you xxh

Links on links:
Substack @hillary.a.odell @home.ec.nyc

Hilandel:
info@hilandel.com
www.hilandel.com
@hil.an.del