Beginner Amigurumi: Crochet a Butterfly!
In this self-paced class, students will learn the ins and outs of crocheting their own amigurumi butterfly via detailed step-by-step instruction. Steps will be presented through a written pattern as well as a pre-recorded video lesson.
Alex Nolan-Ingham
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5.0
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What's included
1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
Beginner Level
This one-time beginner friendly self-paced course will show learners how to crochet their own amigurumi butterfly. We’ll go over the basics of stitch abbreviations, how to read a crochet pattern, and go over the butterfly’s construction from start to finish. There will be a step-by-step video tutorial provided for both the pattern reading and physical construction components of our butterfly. Basic crochet skills would be an advantage, but demonstrations of each stitch will be given for absolute beginners. My teaching style revolves around always striving to provide a friendly and encouraging learning experience. *This pattern is written using US terminology not UK, and video demonstrations are given by the right handed teacher. Students are always welcome to message me for advice if they are having difficulty with their work. This is a self-paced class so no live meetings are scheduled.
Learning Goals
How to read a written crochet patternHow to perform chain stitches, slip stitches, and double crochets.
Syllabus
1 Lesson
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Crocheting a Butterfly
This lesson will go through each step needed to crochet a butterfly from start to finish. Two videos will accompany this lesson, one will show how to properly interpret the written pattern, and the second will be a step-by-step demonstration of the butterfly construction. Other Details
Parental Guidance
Students will need to use scissors and a yarn/darning needle for this project. Please provide guidance if you feel the student requires it to use these items safely.
Supply List
-5mm crochet hook. -worsted weight yarn in 3-4 different colors (or less, depending on the student’s desired look for their butterfly. The example shown for the class listing has 3 colors for the wings and a 4th color [black] for the body and antennae). -Scissors. -Stitch marker (or safety pin, or scrap yarn). -Yarn (or darning) needle. *The written pattern for this project will be provided as a PDF by the teacher.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
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Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I have 3 years of crochet experience making various amigurumi, hats, bags, gloves, headbands, and other accessories; a B.A. minor in studio art, and a background of 10+ years of knitting and other fiber arts experience such as lanyard weaving, jewelry beading, and friendship bracelet making. I run an online shop for crochet commissions and occasionally sell at local art markets as well.Reviews
Self-Paced Class
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