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Beginner Crochet Class - Flexible Schedule

Please Note: This class is a flexible class and schedule. Lesson videos will be shared weekly  in the Outschool classroom. This class does not meet in a live setting. 

This is a beginner Crochet class. In this 6 week flexible class learners will learn all they need to know to begin crocheting. We start at the very beginning and learn how to make a slip knot, chain and single crochet. This class is designed to match each individual level, and learning pace. A flexible class allows learners to pause, and repeat steps as many times as they require to master the beginning steps of crochet. The Outschool Classroom will welcome learners to share their crochet questions, frustrations and triumphs. 

Crochet combines creativity and mindfulness.  The repetitive nature of crochet is calming, and has been proven to boost mood and lower stress. Each week we will explore and build on the beginning steps to crochet. We will familiarize ourselves with crochet patterns, terminology and advance our own personal crochet level. This 6 week class will build, and each learner will be able to follow along to complete three projects. 

This class welcomes all crochet levels within the 8 - 13 age. 

Materials: 
Crochet Hook - Size 8 MM 
Yarn size - worsted or bulky yarn (not teeny tiny yarn) any color
Tapestry Needle ( a plastic or metal needle with a very large eye (hole).
scissors

Structure: Each week we will explore the beginning techniques and crochet stitches. 

Week 1: Welcome to the wonderful world of crochet. Introduction to crochet hook sizes, yarn weight and how they can impact your crochet learning journey. 
Techniques: Slip knot, chain

Week 2: Chaining, and the importance of counting in crochet. We learn how to add a row.
Techniques: Chain, Turning work, and Introduction of single crochet
 Mastering the single crochet. We try our very first quick project. We explore rows, turning work and counting. 
Project: Bookmark. 

Techniques: Chain, turning work and single crochet. 

Week 3: Doll size blanket, or coaster. 
Project: Doll Blanket (coaster)We will learn how to crochet a blanket or coaster -- a small rectangle. We will learn how our skills from our earlier weeks help to create a mini blanket. 

Techniques: Chain, turning work and single crochet.

Week 4: How do we end our mini blanket? Let's hide our ends and start a new  project. 

Project: Mini Hat. We will learn how to make a miniature sized winter hat. Why miniature? quick projects give us the triumph of completing a project and gives us the skills to make a lifesize version! 

Techniques: Chain, turning work, back loop only and single crochet.

Week 5: Headbands

This week we learn how to read a pattern. Giving you the tools to explore new crochet projects all on your own. 
Project: We will make a crocheted headband with a twist. 

Techniques: Chain, turning work, back loop only and single crochet.

Week 6: Final week, final project -- Stuffy time!

This week we learn how to read a pattern. Giving you the tools to explore new crochet projects all on your own. 
Project: We will crochet a jellyfish.

Techniques: Chain, turning work, back loop only, single crochet, and decreasing.

Teaching Style: I teach in a step by step teaching style with the initial introduction of our projects. I like to get to know each learner on an individual basis and help them in their own creative journey. All learners will have different areas of interest, different skill levels and different work ethics -- some learners prefer freedom to explore whereas others prefer guidance throughout. 

Interaction: All learners will be invited to share projects, thoughts, ideas and are welcome to share tips and tricks. 

Required experience: Beginner class for learners who really want to learn how to crochet.