{"product_id":"6-week-beginners-crochet-class-in-ledbury","title":"6 Week Beginner's Crochet Class in Ledbury","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e6 Week Beginner Crochet Course\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSchedule:\u003c\/b\u003e Every week \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTime:\u003c\/b\u003e 6:15 PM – 7:45 PM\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStart Date:\u003c\/b\u003e April, Thursday 16th, 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"260\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ledbury Community Hub, 8 New Street, Ledbury, HR8 2DX\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eInstructor:\u003c\/b\u003e Faith \/ Wild Flower Crochet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice: \u003c\/strong\u003e£80 for all 6 lessons\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCourse Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLessons are every week, Practising between lesson's is key to being able to move onto the next week's lesson.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCourse Outline\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLesson 1: April, Thursday 16th, 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopic:\u003c\/b\u003e Getting Started with Crochet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFocus Skills:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eHolding the hook and yarn comfortably\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eUnderstanding yarn weights, fibres \u0026amp; hook sizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMaking a slip knot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCreating a foundation chain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLearning the single crochet (sc) stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l4 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWorking evenly in straight rows\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMini Project:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eStart a dishcloth worked in rows\u003c\/i\u003e using single crochet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHomework:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContinue practicing your dishcloth, focusing on even stitches and straight edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0880\/5371\/1172\/files\/IMG_1278.jpg?v=1767536499\" alt=\"\" width=\"452\" height=\"603\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLesson 2: April, Thursday 23rd 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopic:\u003c\/b\u003e Expanding Your Stitches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFocus Skills:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eReview: chaining and single crochet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eLearn half double crochet (hdc) and double crochet (dc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eUnderstanding stitch height and texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCombining stitches in rows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eReading simple row instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMini Project:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eFinish your dishcloth\u003c\/i\u003e with a stripe pattern using sc, hdc, and dc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHomework:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinish your dishcloth and bring it to the next class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLesson 3: April, Thursday 30th 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopic:\u003c\/b\u003e Working in the Round – Circles \u0026amp; Increases\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFocus Skills:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWorking in rounds vs. rows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eMagic circle (adjustable ring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eJoining rounds with slip stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eIncreasing evenly to create flat circles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l2 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCounting rounds and stitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMini Project:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eCrochet circular face scrubbies or coasters\u003c\/i\u003e using single crochet in the round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHomework:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMake multiple round scrubbies to practice consistent tension and increasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0880\/5371\/1172\/files\/IMG_1288.jpg?v=1767536500\" alt=\"\" width=\"501\" height=\"668\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLesson 4: May, Thursday 7th 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopic:\u003c\/b\u003e Pattern Reading \u0026amp; African Flower Coaster Introduction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFocus Skills:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eUnderstanding written crochet patterns and abbreviations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eRecognising pattern repeats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eCombining multiple stitches (sc, hdc, dc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l5 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eColour changes between rounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn-Class Activity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eGuided walkthrough of the African Flower Coaster pattern\u003c\/i\u003e (each round step-by-step).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHomework:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStart your African Flower Coaster at home using the printed pattern handout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0880\/5371\/1172\/files\/IMG_1284.jpg?v=1767536500\" alt=\"\" width=\"470\" height=\"627\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLesson 5: May, Thursday 14th 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopic:\u003c\/b\u003e Practicing the African Flower Coaster\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFocus Skills:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eWorking from a pattern independently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eManaging yarn colour changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eTroubleshooting stitch placement and counting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list 36.0pt;\"\u003eFinishing rounds neatly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn-Class Project:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eWork through your African Flower Coaster with instructor support.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHomework:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinish your coaster and bring it to the next class for final touches and joining practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLesson 6: May, Thursday 21st 2026\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTopic:\u003c\/b\u003e Finishing Techniques \u0026amp; 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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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1140\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1162\"\u003eWhat’s included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1167\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eA goody bag filled with everything you need: crochet hook, yarn, patterns, and a few little extras to make your evening special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1360\"\u003eAll materials provided, no need to bring anything!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eAccess to tea and coffee facilities for a cosy, relaxed crafting atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1514\"\u003eSmall group setting for plenty of personal guidance and support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1516\" data-end=\"1664\"\u003eExpect a calm, creative space where you can slow down, connect with others, and experience the simple joy of making something with your own hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eAbsolute beginners wanting to learn crochet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eAnyone looking for a relaxing, social evening in Ledbury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eCraft lovers who enjoy mindful, creative activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCome along, unwind, and discover the joy of crochet in the heart of Ledbury. 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