Improvers Crochet

Can you crochet but need some
help to take it to the next level? Then this 3-week course is just for you!

This short course is designed for
Those with basic crochet skills to build confidence and improve their crochet
knowledge. Tutor Bonita will take you from groundhog granny squares to pattern
perfection. During this course you will also get the opportunity to ask for
Help with techniques and patterns that you would like to try.

You will need to know the
Following before you start the course:

How to make a slip knot hold the
Hook and yarn.

Work chain, slip stitch, crochet
And treble stitch.

In the first session we’ll
discuss your crochet skill level and set the pace from there! The aim of the
Course is for you to be able to crochet along a foundation chain, learn how to
Increase and decrease stitches, learn new stitches such a bobble or shell, and
create patterns within your crochet. We will also look at various patterns and
Diagrams to help you better understand how to read them before moving on to
Starting the pattern you have chosen.

This course has a relaxed structure and worksheets will be provided for the skills covered. However, this course is very much guided by you and what you would like to learn and can be adapted to your individual skills and what you
would like to learn. As well as gaining a sense of achievement and improving
Your skills, it's also a very mindful craft and can help improve mental health.

Over the three evenings we’ll
Cover:

Reading a simple pattern and making basic crochet
Flowers.

Making and joining Granny squares with the join as you go
Method.

Reading crochet diagrams and using this to create the
Ripple pattern

Learning textured stitches such as popcorn stitch, bobble
Stitch etc.

About the tutor:

Tutor Bonita Keay is a passionate crafter and always says making
is part of who she is! She started her handmade business journey in 2007 when
Her children were small and now sells regularly at craft fairs (including our
Attenborough Arts Centre fairs!). Bonita is also an experienced tutor, sharing
Her knowledge, skills and passion with adults and Young people, inspiring
Creativity and wellbeing wherever she goes.

She sources all materials ethically and sustainably, supporting
Other small businesses where possible.

Further information:

This three week course will run on Tuesday evenings, 6pm - 8pm
starting on 12 January, ending on 26 January 2027.

Recommended for ages 14+. Under
18s must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times.

Please ensure that you read and agree
to our updated Terms & Conditions before booking as courses/workshops are non-refundable if
Cancelled within 21 days of the start date for any reason.

We aim to make
all our sessions as accessible as possible and carers/PAs are very welcome
just remember to book their free place when you book your session. If you'd
Like to talk to us in advance of booking or attending your sessions to discuss
your access needs, our Box Office team is here to help! Email
Pop in or call, open 7 days a week.

We have four blue badge parking spaces outside Attenborough Arts
Centre, plus double yellow line roadside parking very close to the building for
Blue badge holders for up to three hours if our parking spaces are occupied.

Free parking for all customers
is available after 5pm on weekdays and all day at weekends in the University of
Leicester car park next door to Attenborough Arts Centre on Lancaster Road.

The closest public car park for parking at all
other times is Victoria Park, 5-10 minutes walk from us.