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Crochet 101: The Basics
Instructor: Helen Tankersley
Level: Beginner
Crochet is a versatile fiber art making a comeback on social media for all ages, and for good reason! Do you want to make all of the cute sweaters, summer tops, bags, blankets, and stuffed animals you can think of? Start here- this is the class for you!
In this two part class, you will learn all the basic stitches needed to make everything from granny square blankets to socks to teddy bears.
How to make a slipknot
How to make a foundation chain
Single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, treble stitch, and slip stitch
If time permits, we will also discuss changing colors
Materials:
Worsted or bulky weight wool yarn (we recommend Cascade 220 Superwash in a light color so that you can easily see your stitches).
One crochet hook in size US H (5.00 mm)
Kits are available for purchase in shop.
Each kit contains:
A Susan Bates aluminum crochet hook OR an ergonomic hook from Clover
The color of your choice from Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Merino Wool (we suggest a light color so that it is easy to see your stitches).
Instructor: Helen Tankersley
Level: Beginner
Crochet is a versatile fiber art making a comeback on social media for all ages, and for good reason! Do you want to make all of the cute sweaters, summer tops, bags, blankets, and stuffed animals you can think of? Start here- this is the class for you!
In this two part class, you will learn all the basic stitches needed to make everything from granny square blankets to socks to teddy bears.
How to make a slipknot
How to make a foundation chain
Single crochet, double crochet, half double crochet, treble stitch, and slip stitch
If time permits, we will also discuss changing colors
Materials:
Worsted or bulky weight wool yarn (we recommend Cascade 220 Superwash in a light color so that you can easily see your stitches).
One crochet hook in size US H (5.00 mm)
Kits are available for purchase in shop.
Each kit contains:
A Susan Bates aluminum crochet hook OR an ergonomic hook from Clover
The color of your choice from Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash Merino Wool (we suggest a light color so that it is easy to see your stitches).