Service Description

Welcome to the beginner's crochet course. In this course, we'll start with the basics and gradually build up your skills, step by step. By the end, you'll have the knowledge and confidence to tackle more complex projects on your own. Throughout the four-week course, we'll cover essential techniques such as how to hold the hook and yarn and how to create basic stitches. We'll also explore how to read crochet patterns and charts, troubleshoot common mistakes and finish off your projects neatly. This is the ideal course if you've never crocheted before. Learning to crochet takes patience and practice. With dedication and perseverance, you'll soon be crocheting like a pro! Each piece made during the lessons will come together to make a pouch, your first crocheted project. What you will learn: - How to hold a hook and manage tension. - The most common crochet stitches: Chain, Double Crochet, Half Treble Crochet, - Treble Crochet, and Slip Stitch. - How to crochet in rows. - How to crochet a granny square. - How to create increases and decreases using a treble crochet stitch. - How to start using a magic circle. - How to make a colour change. - How to finish ends. - How to block your work and why this is important. - Introduction to reading a pattern (written and diagram). - Introduction to fibre types when buying yarn as well as reading yarn tags. - Discuss the difference in crochet terms and abbreviations. - Resources for ideas for beginner projects. Knowledge required: No previous experience or skills are required. Class inclusions - Introduction to Crochet Handbook - Canvas bag for your project - 2 x balls of yarn: Millpost Merino Superfine Wool (plant-based yarn option available) - KA Seeknit- 5.0mm Bamboo Crochet hook with Aluminium tip - Two stitch markers - Darning needle What to bring: Just yourself! Session repeats: This class series runs over 4 consecutive sessions, each 2hours in duration, at the same time every week. Session dates: Downer Community Centre: Starting Thurs 8th Aug - 6pm- 8pm Starting Sun 20th Oct - 3pm- 5pm

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations can be made 5 days before the first class for a full refund. Please contact us via email: thislushcorner@gmail.com. Cancellations made 5 days to 24hrs, before the first class, we will offer a credit for a later date. A refund cannot be offered unless another person is able to fill your spot. Cancellations less than 24hrs before the first class- no refund or credit available. Classes require a minimum of 3 people to go ahead. If the minimum number isn't reached, we'll notify you 4 days before the first class. You will have the option to reschedule to the next course available or receive a full refund. Once a course has commenced no new bookings can be taken. Please have a look at alternate dates offered.

Contact Details

• unit 4/6 Frencham Pl, Downer ACT, Australia

  thislushcorner@gmail.com