Crochet Stuffed Animals! Turtle and Penguin Amigurumi for Upper Beginners
Join me for this fun and engaging 7-week course where upper-beginner crocheters ages 8-12 will crochet a turtle and a penguin amigurumi (plush toy). We will learn new stitches. Written patterns are included for each week of this course.
Christine McGoveran
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(11)
Rising Star
What's included
7 live meetings
5 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Learners will be expected to complete any unfinished work for each class meeting. We will be moving on to the next component at the start of the next class, as we will have lots to get done each week. Learners will receive a written pattern each week, covered the content for the week.Assessment
I will be watching the learners throughout the class. I will offer assistance, positive encouragement, and helpful feedback as they work on the parts of their stuffed animals. If they have particular questions about their projects outside of class time, they can send me a message.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Does your upper-beginner level crocheter want to expand their crochet skills and explore the exciting world of amigurumi (crochet stuffed toys)? Join me for this fun and engaging 7-week course where learners ages 8-12 will learn to make 2 crochet stuffed animals, a penguin 🐧 and a turtle 🐢. We will learn the most common stitches used to make amigurumi, including the criss-cross "x" single crochet, magic ring, increase, decrease, and changing colours. We will then put these stitches into practice when making our amigurumi. This course is intended for upper-beginner level learners. Learners should already know the chain, slip stitch, and single crochet stitches before enrolling in this course. I have been crocheting for over 30 years! My mother taught me how to crochet when I was 8 years old, and I've never stopped. Crocheting is a wonderful way to release stress and anxiety, while being creative at the same time. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CLASS BREAKDOWN: Each class will follow this format: 1. Introductions, get to know you activity (week 1 only, 5 minutes) 2. Show and tell for learners wanting to share their projects from the previous week (weeks 2-7, 5 minutes) 3. Lesson on this week's stuffed animal parts we are making this week (rest of class time) Please see the syllabus for a description of what we will be making each week. 🚨 NOTE: There will be no meeting of this class on Monday, October 14, 2024. It is Canadian Thanksgiving, and I will be celebrating with my family. Meetings will resume on Monday, October 21st, 2024. REQUIRED MATERIALS: ✂️ yarn (I recommend at least a yarn weight #4) ✂️ crochet hook that matches the yarn size (see yarn label for recommended size) ✂️ scissors ✂️ sewing needle with an eye large enough for the yarn (can also use crochet hook if using very big yarn) ✂️ stitch markers or safety pins ✂️ fiber fill to fill stuffed animals (you can also use any scrap yarn, fabric, embroidery floss, clean old clothing, etc) ✂️ sewing pins for deciding placement of add-ons and facial features TEACHING STYLE AND EXPERIENCE: ⭐️ I have been been crocheting for over 32 years. ⭐️ 3 years online teaching experience ⭐️ 7+ years grades K-8 classroom teaching experience ⭐️ Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) in good standing ⭐️ Bachelor of Education, Primary/Junior Divisions -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Please feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to meeting your learner in this class soon!
Learning Goals
Learners will learn the criss-cross "x" single crochet stitch, magic ring, increases, decreases, and how to change colours when making amigurumi.Learners will use problem-solving skills to resolve issues they encounter while making their amigurumi.
Syllabus
7 Lessons
over 7 WeeksLesson 1:
Foundational Amigurumi Crochet Stitches
Welcome! Before we begin making our amigurumi (plush toys), there are some new crochet stitches that you will be using throughout this course. In this lesson we will cover:
- magic ring
- single crochet increase
- single crochet decrease
These stitches will also be reviewed weekly, as we use them in our patterns. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Penguin - Wings, Feet, and Stomach
It's now time to get started making our penguin. The pattern I created has very little sewing involved, and we will build our penguin as we go. This week we will make the wings, feet, and stomach of our penguin. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Penguin - Body
This week, we are going to start working on the body of the penguin. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Penguin - Finishing Touches
Learners will be putting the finishing touches on their penguin this week. We will talk about sewing the eyes, attaching the beak, and how to close the top of a stuffed animal. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Learners will be using scissors and sewing needles in this class. They may also use safety pins in place of commercial stitch markers, and sewing pins to determine placement of animal body parts and facial features.
Pre-Requisites
This class is NOT intended for learners who are brand new to crochet. Learners should already know basic crochet stitches, including chain, single crochet, and slip stitch before enrolling in this course. We will be building on this skills.
Supply List
Learners will require:
- yarn (I recommend at least a yarn weight #4)
- crochet hook that matches the yarn size (see yarn label for recommended size)
- scissors
- sewing needle with an eye large enough for the yarn (can also use crochet hook if using very big yarn)
- stitch markers or safety pins
- fiber fill to fill stuffed animals (you can also use any scrap yarn, fabric, embroidery floss, clean old clothing, etc)
- sewing pins for deciding placement of add-ons and facial features
Joined February, 2023
5.0
11reviews
Rising Star
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Ontario Institute of Technology
32 years of crochet experience
3 years online teaching experience
3500+ online classes taught
Bachelor of Education degree, Primary/Junior divisions
6 years of classroom teaching experienceReviews
Live Group Course
$15
weekly or $105 for 7 classes1x per week, 7 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-4 learners per class
