People Playing With String: Yarn Crafts Social Circle
Once a week, crafters can get together to chat and share their skills.
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Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(11)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
Learners will generally continue their projects outside class time.Assessment
No formal assessment or grading. Families can see what learners are working on by discussing their projects.Grading
includedClass Experience
Whether the young crafter in your family is interested in knitting, crochet, spinning, weaving, sewing on plastic canvas, or other yarn crafts, they're welcome to meet likeminded fellow crafters in this social circle! As part of our routine for each circle meeting, we'll share what we're working on, and I'll demonstrate working on the week's project prompt. Sometimes, especially when we have crafters who are new to the circle, we will have icebreaker and conversation starter type questions. This is not a class where crafters have to learn specific skills through imitating my project -- bringing their own project and enjoying the conversation is definitely OK, as is doing something similar but putting their own spin on it. If crafters are not sure how to do something, they can ask questions whether they're working a prompted project or their own project. If I need to choose between questions to answer I will usually start with questions from crafters who are working on the current prompted project, because the answer is likely to help more crafters. If crafters are doing their own project, they might ask about a technique I'm not familiar with, in which case I'm happy to try to figure it out but it might not be during class. Upcoming weekly project prompts: Week of August 22: Knit a Hat Week of August 29: Basic Spinning Week of September 5: Weave a Pencil Pouch Week of September 12: Crochet Coasters
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Some crafting supplies and equipment like knitting needles, yarn needles, and scissors have functional sharp edges/points. For an average person of the intended age for this class these tools are age-appropriate, but if there are safety concerns such as grabby younger siblings or dexterity issues, some safer options include pre-cut yarn, using nail clippers instead of scissors, using dried glue on the end of yarn instead of a needle, or choosing projects that don't require the particular tools. I'm happy to research and brainstorm if you need more safety tips!
Supply List
Needed materials and equipment will depend on the projects the crafter chooses. Some common supplies: Yarn Cotton balls (for projects involving stuffing or as a fiber source to spin) Embellishments like ribbon or beads Permanent markers, fabric pens, or tie dye (for projects involving coloring yarn or fibers) Plastic canvas Knitting needles in various sizes and lengths, possibly also double-pointed Crochet hooks in various sizes Knitting looms in various sizes Stitch markers Ruler or tape measure Scissors Yarn needle Drop spindle (for spinning longer pieces of yarn; can be homemade from a chopstick or skewer and a brick-style pencil eraser) Options under $5 each are typically available for all of the above
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2021
4.9
11reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Mathematics from Western Governors University
Hello mathematicians, puzzlers, and other curious people!
I'm a homeschool graduate, math professor, textile/sewing enthusiast, literary hobbyist, and general curious individual, here to share all of the above with the next generation. Math classes that are helpful and understandable, instead of just trying to figure it out for yourself from a book, are my main focus — I believe deep, confident understanding of math is for everybody.
I'm in US Central Time but flexible as to time zones. If you need a class offered at an international friendly time, just ask!
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Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
1-6 learners per class
