Description

 Learn to crochet with a focus on the essential stitches. In this class you'll learn the slip knot, chain stitch, single crochet, and double crochet as well as how to hold your yarn for even tension and straight rows. We'll also cover choosing the right hook and reading yarn labels. If time allows, we'll touch on reading simple patterns and finishing your work. No experience needed.  

Details

Date

• Thursday, August 27, 2026 (6:00pm - 8pm CT)

Price

• Members: $50
• Non-members: $80

Location

• Live online using Zoom
• Recording is available to registered students for 2 weeks

Required Knowledge

• None

Supplies

• One skein of light-colored, worsted-weight yarn (to easily see your stitches)
• H (5.0mm) crochet hook
• Tapestry needles and scissors

Pre-class Homework

• None

Class Size

• 30 students

Registration Deadline

• Thursday, August 21, 2026 or when class fills

General Class Info

• Zoom Info & Policies

Questions

• cgoa@crochet.org

Instructor - Carmen Rice

Bio

• Certified Crochet Instructor since 2018, with a lifelong passion for fiber arts sparked by learning to crochet at age 15
• Skilled in both crochet and knitting, bringing a love of texture, color, and design to her teaching
• Dedicated to helping crocheters build confidence and creative skills in a warm, welcoming environment
• Believes in the joy of handmade creations, whether with yarn, in the kitchen, or around the table with family

Website

• www.hookswipsnchains.com