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Fiber Arts and Crafts - Introduction to Crochet Club for Beginners
Christine McGoveran
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(8)
Join me for this fun and engaging 5-week course where learners ages 8-12 will learn the foundational crochet stitches and practice their skills while making four different crochet projects. Full written patterns included.
Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner Level
New to Outschool? Use the code MCGOVERAN20 to get a $20 credit to use towards your first class on the platform. Does your learner want to learn to crochet and express their creativity in a new way? Join me for this fun and engaging 5-week course where learners ages 8-12 will learn the basic crochet stitches. Learners will be introduced to the chain, slip stitch, single crochet, and double crochet stitches. In every class meeting (weeks 2-5), learners will have time to practice their...
5 lessons//5 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Welcome, Read a Yarn Label, Chain StitchWelcome! This week we will learn how to read a yarn label. There is a lot of information on a yarn label, but what does it all mean? We will also learn the chain stitch, the most basic of crochet stitches.Week 2Lesson 2Scarf, Single CrochetThis week we will learn the single crochet stitch. We will also start working on our first crochet project, a scarf.Week 3Lesson 3Dishcloth, Single Crochet/Moss StitchThis week's project is a dishcloth. Based on the learners' comfort level with the single crochet, we can make our dishcloth using just single crochet stitches, or combine them with chain stitches to create the moss stitch pattern. I will demonstrate both.Week 4Lesson 4Hair Scrunchie, Slip StitchWe are doing a fun project this week. A hair scrunchie! We will learn the slip stitch, and I'll get you started making your scrunchie. I will show you how to finish your scrunchie too, so you can finish on your own time.Week 5Lesson 5Bag, Double CrochetFor the last week of the course, we are going to learn the double crochet stitch. We will then use the double crochet stitch to make a bag!
- Learners will learn the chain, slip stitch, single and double crochet stitches.
- Learners will practice their crochet skills in a variety of crochet creations.
- Learners will use problem-solving skills to solve mistakes and challenges while making their creations.
- Learners will express their creativity with their colour choices.
32 years of crochet experience 3 years online teaching experience 3500+ classes taught Bachelor of Education degree, Primary/Junior divisions 7 years of classroom teaching experience
2 - 4 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: as neededDetails: Learners will be encouraged to finish making their crochet projects after every class meeting. The first few minutes of the next class meeting will be used to share progress on the previous week's project. Each crochet project in this class typically takes between 1-4 hours to complete.Assessment
Frequency: 7 or more throughout the classDetails: I will be watching the learners throughout the class. I will offer assistance, positive encouragement, and helpful feedback as they work on their crochet projects. If they have particular questions about their projects outside of class time, they can send me a message.
No experience is required for this class. It is intended for beginners.
Learners will require these materials for this class: - Yarn (recommended weight for each project is given in the class description) - Hook (recommended size will be on your yarn label) - Scissors - Yarn needle (also called a tapestry needle)
Learners will use scissors and a sewing needle in this class.
https://sarahmaker.com/basic-crochet-stitches/
Joined February, 2023
5.0
8reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Hello there! From the time I was a young child, crafting has been a passion and a constant in my life. I always have a crafting project on the go, and can't wait to share my excitement with your learner! CLASS CONTENT AND TEACHING STYLE: 📿 My...
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Group Class
$12
weekly or $60 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Completed by 6 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-3 learners per class
