I’ve taught a fair few people to crochet over the years, friends and members of the various craft groups I attend. I was recently asked if I would run something at The Amble Pincushion as their usual crochet tutor has retired. I’ve agreed to teach a 2-hour session on making classic granny squares, something suitable for beginners. If it works out I may do more.
Granny squares seemed a good choice. The catwalks and clothing shops have featured loads of garments that include crochet squares this year. I’ve even just seen a picture of a jumper made of crochet-printed fleece on the Nicola Knits Blog– simulated granny squares!
To get ready, I’ve been preparing yarn packs and handouts. I’ve even made a promotional video.
I’ve also been making lots of granny squares, most of which I made up into a sleeveless pullover. I used shades of brown, beige and white, crocheted them together and added a double crochet edging.
I used four different colour schemes for the squares and joined them sequentially.
The only thing I would have done differently is join the squares together as I went along – it did take ages to join them up. I used the crochet method which gives a really neat join.
I edged the neck, armholes and waist with a band of several rows of double crochet, placing some decreases at the underarm to improve the fit.
If I wear this for my course I’m hoping it gives my students confidence that I know what I’m talking about. Maybe I should call it my credibility top!
I just heard today that the course is fully booked, which is great news!
Have you been on a craft workshop recently? What did you enjoy most about it?
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