Sewing Machine Workshop for Beginners
Group Size
Individual participants or small groups (1–3 participants)
What You’ll Create
During the workshop you will create 1 beginner-friendly handmade garment like:
Woman blouse – 3 pattern available.
Hawaii shirt – 2 patterns available
Pants – 1 pattern available
Tote bag
Duration
~ 2–3 hours (Depending on skill level)
Language
English and Thai
What to Bring
Nothing — all materials and tools are provided
Format
At our Bangkok Studio.
Morning session 9:00 – 12:00
Afternoon session 13:00 – 16:00
Overview
Learn the fundamentals of machine sewing in a practical, hands-on workshop designed for beginners. Sewing is a valuable skill that opens the door to creating your own garments, repairing clothes, and exploring fashion design.
In this workshop at GIGIPAYNE Studio in Bangkok, you will learn how to operate sewing machines, understand basic garment construction, and practice essential sewing techniques. Step by step, you will gain confidence working with fabric, patterns, and stitching.
This workshop is ideal for anyone interested in fashion, garment making, or practical creative skills. By the end of the session, you will complete your own simple garment and gain the foundational knowledge needed to continue sewing on your own.
Techniques & Materials
Participants will learn the essential techniques used in machine sewing.
You will learn how to:
Set up and operate a sewing machine
Use straight stitch and backstitch for garment construction
Prepare fabric and cut pattern pieces
Assemble and sew simple garment sections
Finish seams and edges for a clean result
All materials are provided, including:
Sewing machines (industrial and home models)
Pattern paper and measuring tools
Muslin fabric for garment construction
Cutting tools and sewing accessories
Throughout the workshop you will practice these techniques while building confidence working with sewing equipment.
Your Creative Project
During the workshop you will create a one beginner-friendly garment such as a Hawaiian-style shirt, blouse, or relaxed-fit pants.
Participants will:
Prepare and cut fabric using pattern pieces
Sew the garment using basic machine stitching techniques
Assemble and finish the final piece
You will leave with a completed handmade garment and the sewing pattern used in the workshop, so you can recreate the project at home.
Reviews
Léonie Roland
Gigi is lovely and so kind. The sewing workshop was both smooth and comprehensive. I had an amazing time: I learned so much while relaxing for three hours. I can't wait to go back!
Shiree Woolnough
I went to the Introduction to Machine Sewing class today and I learnt how to draft a paper pattern and then turn that pattern into a piece of clothing, in the same afternoon. Gigi has a great way of teaching; she explains throughly whilst actually demonstrating and producing the paper pattern. I will be going for more lessons in the future.
Bridget Kelly
My 9 year old and I had the BEST afternoon taking Gigi’s “Beginner Sewing 101” class. Gigi was patient, flexible, supportive, AND SO KIND! She gave perfect age-appropriate guidance to both myself and my child at every step of the way. She made learning how to make a shirt both easy to understand and so fun for both of us. My child loved the class and left there feeling so accomplished and wanting to take all of Gigi’s class and wanting to sew more items right away! Win! I wish the class was longer than 3-hours. We never ever felt rushed but only because we were enjoying ourselves so much. We left with a pattern that I will be able to reuse for myself. My son’s pattern will need more adjustments but perhaps I will be able to figure that out comparing them to mine. I still have more to learn to feel confident doing it solo. Thank you, Gigi! Oh, and the studio is just a short, short walk from the MRT so super easy to travel to.
