Beginners All Day - Part 1 and Part 2
Maximum 6 Students
Level 1 & 2 – A perfect starting point for beginners
This full-day workshop is ideal for absolute beginners or those looking to refresh their sewing skills. Combining our Part 1 and Part 2 sessions, this course introduces you to the sewing machine before progressing to essential techniques
Morning: Part 1 – Introduction to Machine Sewing
Start from scratch and get comfortable using a sewing machine. You'll learn how to thread up, adjust settings, and sew with confidence while making a tote bag.
Techniques covered:
- Threading a sewing machine and winding a bobbin
- Sewing straight lines, corners, and curves
- Understanding seam allowances
- Cutting and pinning fabric using a pattern
- Pressing and finishing seams with a zig-zag stitch
- Topstitching strap handles
Afternoon: Part 2 – Essential Skills for Garment Making
Build on your new skills by learning key techniques used in garment sewing. You’ll practise a variety of construction methods and create a small-scale calico garment alongside test samples.
Techniques covered:
- Laying and cutting a paper pattern
- Understanding notches, grainlines, and seam allowances
- Straight darts
- Inserting an invisible zip
- Edge finishing (zig-zag and turned-under methods)
- Three types of pleats (box, inverted, and side)
- Hemming
Testimonials
"I went to Ray Stitch for a Sewing Workshop (the Beginners All Day Course). The instructor was great—patient and informative. She answered all my questions. The atmosphere was lovely; we made a tote bag and a very small skirt. I came out feeling more confident with a sewing machine. Thank you, Ray Stitch!" – Liv
“I attended Introduction to Machine Sewing in the morning then Essential Skills in the afternoon and time passed very quickly, both teachers were very helpful and instructions were easy to follow, will definitely book another class” - Milly
“A really great introduction class, will be back for the follow up class!” - Sian
“An excellent introduction to sewing on a machine. We covered so much in such a short period of time and great to have made something to take home” - Laura
All tools and materials are provided.
What next?
Ready to build on your skills? Try one of our Level 3 courses:
- Lined Holdall – Learn how to sew a structured, lined bag with a zip closure.
- Intro to Garment Making: Make a Top – A great first step into dressmaking, covering simple garment construction.
- Intro to Garment Making: Make a Merchant & Mills Dress (Two Days) – A guided introduction to making a full garment from a commercial pattern.
Before you book, please take a moment to read our cancellation policy:
Unfortunately, our classes are non-refundable. Due to small class sizes, transferring to a different date is difficult. If you notify us at least two weeks before the class starts, we may be able to offer an alternative date, but this is not guaranteed—please give as much notice as possible.