Knit, Crochet, Craft & Social Club
In this ongoing class learners will be equipped with all the basics of knitting (loom and needles) and crochet. We will also visit other crafts including cardmaking, paper craft and other skills.
Miss Sarah
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(14)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekProjects
1 hour per week. Learners may enrol with a specific goal in mind and I will support them in achieving that goal, and change of goal, or subsequent goals, with feedback in class as well as through Classroom if photos of their work can be uploaded and I can respond with feedback and next steps.Grading
I will offer advice and next steps as needed based on the project each learner is working on.Class Experience
Learners will be taught: Loom Knitting: E-Wrap (equivalent standard knit stitch when knitting on two needles) Purl Stitch (equivalent standard purl stitch when knitting on two needles) Rib pattern (1x or 2x knit then purl to create a ribbed effect in a cuff) Cast on and cast off Thread off (cast off not required for all items) Create a pom pom How to form a brim of a hat, continue the hat, complete the hat, add a pom pom or other chosen embellishments Sew over mistakes/missed stitch loops Crochet: Starting off and Casting off Single, Double, Half Double, Treble, Half Treble Crochet Basic Granny Square Other simple projects How to follow patterns Class structured: Sharing our progress each lesson would be a great way to share and encourage each other as we learn new skills. Learners are invited to bring along whatever they are currently working on and show their classmates what they're doing. I will have several ongoing projects to hand to demonstrate on camera different techniques to learners. How will I teach: I will teacher using my visualiser, showing learners how to complete each type of stitch and invite them to copy and consolidate the skill until they can progress to the next step. I will be able to tailor teaching to each individual learner - showing different techniques on different projects to ensure every learner progresses. My teaching style: I believe it is important to know each individual well, their needs and their next steps, so while showing the skills and techniques on the visualiser I will deliver the support required by each learner. I would encourage discussion and motivations in class, inviting learners to share their knitting, crocheting and crafting goals, and offer any additional assistance in class and through the Classroom upload facility to help learners meet their goals. Learner-Teacher Interaction: We will interact constantly on camera. I have a visualiser and learners are welcome to use their own visualisers or reposition their cameras to share their looming work. As well as discussing our technique, what we are finding tricky and how we are improving, we will discuss our motivations, how crafting can be so useful, charity, the value of homemade gifts. Online quizzes about knitting, textiles and textile history are also a nice addition to classes.
Learning Goals
Each learner will be supported in creating a hat, cowl, scarf and/or a pair of mittens, or combination of these, alternatively a homemade card or other project they may choose. Learners will be supported in moving onto new crafts and skills thereafter.
Other Details
Supply List
For loom knitting: One loom or a set of circular looms (41, 36, 24 peg) - one loom alone would suffice if it matches the learner's initial goal. Loom hook Looming needle (plastic, chunky) Yarn - 2-3 x 50g balls Chunky yarn OR 3 x 100g balls DK (double knitting) to be knitted together (more cost effective) per item or two (ie. hat and cowl, hat and mittens). For knitting on straight needles: 4mm needles (or larger) Yarn of choice (DK for 4-5.5mm, aran or chunky for larger) For crocheting: 4-5mm crochet hook DK yarn For cardmaking: Blank cards Glue or double sided sticky pads Coloured paper and other embellishments, pictures, magazine cut outs etc Scissors Other crafts: Parents will receive a week's notice for the crafting session ahead. We may need a jam/jelly jar or other cheap/free and easy-to-source supplies. A little toy stuffing, scissors, sellotape, a pen/pencil are also useful supplies to have to hand as we start off our projects.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Some useful YouTube links.
Joined April, 2024
5.0
14reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
I have been a keen, proficient and prolific knitter, crocheted and crafter for over ten years. I am passionate about knitting, what it can do for the knitter's mental health as well as the power of gifting something handmade to a loved one or to charity.Reviews
Live Group Class
$9
weekly1x per week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
2-12 learners per class
