Introduction to Machine Sewing Part 1 - Make a Tote Bag Or Envelope Cushion
Maximum Class Size: 6
Level 1: Complete Beginners. No experience necessary this class is perfect for those new to sewing or looking to refresh their skills.
This friendly, hands-on workshop is the perfect first step into machine sewing. Whether you’ve never used a sewing machine before or just need a confidence boost, we’ll start right from the beginning, getting you familiar with the machine and its basic functions.
You’ll then apply your new skills to make either a tote bag or an envelope cushion cover using Ray Stitch fabric, which is yours to take home. It’s a great introduction to essential sewing techniques and a satisfying way to begin your sewing journey.
Techniques Covered:
- Getting to know the sewing machine: threading, bobbin winding, adjusting tension
- Sewing straight lines, corners, and curves
- Using seam allowances
- Reading and using a simple paper pattern
- Pinning, cutting, pressing, and finishing seams with a zigzag stitch
Materials: All tools and materials are provided. You’ll work with Ray Stitch fabrics and take home your finished project.
Booking a class at Ray Stitch entitles you to 10% off everything in-store on the day of your class. Our team is always happy to offer advice on fabric, tools, and supplies.
If you are under 16, you will need to bring a responsible adult with you who has also booked a place. Please email school@raystitch.co.uk prior to booking for advice on suitable times and sessions. You must be over the age of 12 to attend one of our classes.
If you would like to learn to sew on your own machine, please get in touch so that we can notify the teacher. Please note we can only accept machines that are less than 10 years old.
Testimonials:
“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
Cancellation Policy
Our classes are non refundable. Due our small class sizes it is very difficult to transfer your booking to a different date. If you cannot attend a class and are able to notify us at least two weeks before the class starts, it may be possible to fit you in on another date but this is not guaranteed so please give us as much notice as possible to increase your chances.
In the event that we need to cancel a class, we will provide as much notice as possible and offer either a full refund or an alternative booking date.