6 Week Beginner Crochet Course

Schedule: Every week 
Time: 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM
Start Date: April, Thursday 16th, 2026

Location: Ledbury Community Hub, 8 New Street, Ledbury, HR8 2DX
Instructor: Faith / Wild Flower Crochet

Price: £80 for all 6 lessons

Course Overview

This 6-week course introduces absolute beginners to crochet through a series of relaxing and creative projects. Students will learn foundational stitches, how to work in straight lines and rounds, and how to shape and combine stitches to make beautiful finished items.

The course culminates in a colourful African Flower Coaster project, a perfect introduction to pattern reading and motif work that students can easily expand into blankets, cushions, or table décor in the future.

Lessons are every week, Practising between lesson's is key to being able to move onto the next week's lesson.

Course Outline

Lesson 1: April, Thursday 16th, 2026

Topic: Getting Started with Crochet
Focus Skills:

• Holding the hook and yarn comfortably
• Understanding yarn weights, fibres & hook sizes
• Making a slip knot
• Creating a foundation chain
• Learning the single crochet (sc) stitch
• Working evenly in straight rows
  

Mini Project:
Start a dishcloth worked in rows using single crochet.

Homework:
Continue practicing your dishcloth, focusing on even stitches and straight edges.

Lesson 2: April, Thursday 23rd 2026

Topic: Expanding Your Stitches
Focus Skills:

• Review: chaining and single crochet
• Learn half double crochet (hdc) and double crochet (dc)
• Understanding stitch height and texture
• Combining stitches in rows
• Reading simple row instructions

Mini Project:
Finish your dishcloth with a stripe pattern using sc, hdc, and dc.

Homework:
Finish your dishcloth and bring it to the next class.

Lesson 3: April, Thursday 30th 2026

Topic: Working in the Round – Circles & Increases
Focus Skills:

• Working in rounds vs. rows
• Magic circle (adjustable ring)
• Joining rounds with slip stitch
• Increasing evenly to create flat circles
• Counting rounds and stitches

Mini Project:
Crochet circular face scrubbies or coasters using single crochet in the round.

Homework:
Make multiple round scrubbies to practice consistent tension and increasing.

Lesson 4: May, Thursday 7th 2026

Topic: Pattern Reading & African Flower Coaster Introduction
Focus Skills:

• Understanding written crochet patterns and abbreviations
• Recognising pattern repeats
• Combining multiple stitches (sc, hdc, dc)
• Colour changes between rounds

In-Class Activity:
Guided walkthrough of the African Flower Coaster pattern (each round step-by-step).

Homework:
Start your African Flower Coaster at home using the printed pattern handout.

Lesson 5: May, Thursday 14th 2026

Topic: Practicing the African Flower Coaster
Focus Skills:

• Working from a pattern independently
• Managing yarn colour changes
• Troubleshooting stitch placement and counting
• Finishing rounds neatly

In-Class Project:
Work through your African Flower Coaster with instructor support.

Homework:
Finish your coaster and bring it to the next class for final touches and joining practice.

Lesson 6: May, Thursday 21st 2026

Topic: Finishing Techniques & Creative Variations
Focus Skills:

• Fixing common mistakes
• Fastening off and weaving in ends neatly
• Blocking for shape and smoothness
• Joining motifs with a darning needle
• Exploring creative uses for the African Flower motif

In-Class Activity:
Finish and block your African Flower Coaster.
Demonstration: how to join motifs to make a larger set (placemats, table runner, cushions etc.)

Join us for a warm, welcoming evening of creativity at our Beginner’s Crochet Classes in Ledbury, where you’ll learn how to crochet the basics. Whether you’ve never picked up a hook before or you’re looking to refresh your skills, this class is the perfect gentle introduction to the world of crochet.

Hosted by Faith from Wild Flower Crochet, this hands-on workshop will guide you step-by-step through the basic crochet stitches, including chain, single crochet, half-double crochet, double crochet, and slip stitch, before helping you combine them into 3 different projects. You’ll receive plenty of one-to-one support and encouragement, so you’ll leave with new skills, confidence, and a beautiful handmade square to take home.

What’s included:

A goody bag filled with everything you need: crochet hook, yarn, patterns, and a few little extras to make your evening special.

All materials provided, no need to bring anything!

Access to tea and coffee facilities for a cosy, relaxed crafting atmosphere.

Small group setting for plenty of personal guidance and support.

Expect a calm, creative space where you can slow down, connect with others, and experience the simple joy of making something with your own hands.

Perfect for:

Absolute beginners wanting to learn crochet.

Anyone looking for a relaxing, social evening in Ledbury.

Craft lovers who enjoy mindful, creative activities.

Come along, unwind, and discover the joy of crochet in the heart of Ledbury. Spaces are limited to keep the class friendly and personal. Book your place now for £80 and start your crochet journey today!