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Alterations - Jeans

Home Ec NYC

Learn practical denim alteration techniques that can dramatically improve the fit and finish of your jeans. This hands-on workshop focuses on preserving the original hem while shortening jeans and adjusting the back waist to reduce gaping for a cleaner, more tailored look.

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18 and older
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44-02 23rd St, Long Island City, NY
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Alterations - Jeans

Alterations - Jeans

Alterations - Jeans

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Description

In this workshop we will address the two essential jean alterations: shortening jeans while maintaining the original hem, and taking in the back waist to eliminate gaping.

We will cover things like:

Proper techniques for fitting jeans on yourself
Shortening jeans while preserving the original hem
Taking in the back waist
Sewing Darts or Flat Felled Seam
Measuring and marking for accurate adjustments
Sewing techniques specific to denim

Prerequisites: This class requires recent sewing machine experience — this is not a learn-to-sew class. Students who have taken [Sewing 101] or a private lessons with me tend to be the most prepared, as my teaching style builds the strong foundation for all other classes. That said, if you feel confident, you know yourself best! This note is simply here to make sure you're set up to enjoy every minute — not spend it catching up or unlearning old habits.

What is Included:

6 Hours of Workshop
Live demo
Use of sewing machines and basic studio tools
Practice materials
Work time on your actual existing garments
Individualized guidance from me

Note: This does not include final garments to alter.

What do you need to bring: Jeans that you want to alter or practice on.

What should I NOT bring:

Items in need of repair: this is an alterations class not a mending class.
Soiled or dirty items: all items must be clean and freshly laundered
no synthetics and no stretch.

Refund Policy

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.

If you need to cancel, please contact [email protected].

Note: In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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Home Ec NYC

Home Ec NYC is a creative sewing studio offering classes, workshops, and private lessons designed to build practical skills in a supportive, community-focused environment. It emphasizes hands-on learning, sustainability, and personal expression through making and mending garments.

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