- DURATION 60 mins
Event Description
1st November:
Amigurumi Crochet – Crocheting Small Stuffed Toys
Amigurumi crochet is a type of Japanese crochet used to make small stuffed toys – animals or characters. In this session, we will explore the basics of Amigurumi crochet and I'll show some samples of items you can make including a demonstration on where to begin, how to stuff and assemble your item. Amigurumi items work up quickly and make great gifts!
Suggested Materials:
If you wish to crochet along during the session:
- Yarn – small amounts in various colours of DK weight yarn. Light shades of solid colours are easier to see. Do not use variegated/multi-coloured as it is more difficult to see when learning a new technique.
- Crochet Hook –5.00 mm, size H
- Stitch Markers (safety pins work well too!)
- Scissors
- Fibrefill for stuffing
Helpful but not required:
- Notebook/Pad of Paper
- Pen/Pencil
- Darning Needle
Skill Level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate / Refresh Your Skills
You should be comfortable with slip stitch, single crochet (US) / double crochet (UK).
6th December
Crocheting - Granny Squares
We’ve all seen them, the colourful blocks trimmed in black. Granny Square blankets adorned our grandparents’ homes, and were often seen laying across the back of the sofa. Fast forward to 2023 and we’re seeing granny squares come back in the form of vests, sweaters, jackets, ponchos, holiday stockings, blankets and more, all made out of granny squares. This traditional pattern is being used for so many wonderful projects
Join me as I walk you through step-by-step instructions to make traditional granny squares. We’ll cover starting with a chain and a magic loop, changing colours and joining the squares together.
Suggested Materials:
- If you wish to crochet along during the session:
- Yarn – Your choice of solid or variegated yarn in DK weight.
- Crochet Hook size H/8 5.0 mm
Helpful but not required:
- Scissors
- Notebook/Pad of Paper
- Pen/Pencil
- Darning Needle
Skill Level: Beginner / Intermediate / Refresh Your Skills
- Duration: 60 mins
- Online Zoom event: Join from your computer, phone or tablet (no replay available)
Meet the Host, Marlys
Marlys is an avid crafter and has been enjoying needle arts since the age of seven. With a family full of crafters she has learned crocheting, knitting, quilting, embroidery, and even some wood working techniques! Her background includes 30+ years of teaching crocheting to right- and left-handed students at all ability levels, while serving professionally as an administrative officer at a prominent university in Boston, MA.
Preparing for the Event
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We also recommend that pets are either calmly sitting on your lap or in another room, and any refreshments you may require are within your reach!
More Information
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