Crochet - beginners & returners

What prior knowledge, experience and qualifications will I need?
This course is suitable for complete beginners or those with basic and/or rusty skills, as well as returners who want to continue to develop their skills

Learning Goals:
To learn the basic range of stitch techniques & develop these, as appropriate To identify and experiment with different equipment & yarns To produce a range of samples To work on a simple personal project, or develop a more complex project, as applicable

What teaching methods will the tutor use?
The tutor will use a range of teaching methods during the course which will include the following: Demonstration - both group and individual, one to one tuition, group work, assessment of progress, observation, discussion / question and answer sessions.

What assessment methods will the tutor use?
The course tutor will use a range of methods to assess progress on the course. These may include: Observation, completion of an Individual Learning Plan which will be updated regularly, evaluation of work samples, question and answer sessions.

Will extra work be required outside the class times?
Working at home between sessions is encouraged- and will enable learners to practice techniques and progress their projects at a faster pace

What materials will I need for the course and how much will they cost?
You are encouraged to bring along your own crochet hook/s of varying sizes and any yarn that you have at home which you might like to use. We do have some small quantities of yarn and some different sized hooks that you can use and practice with in class initially, but if you do want to buy your own before the first session, we recommend buying some Double Knitting (DK) yarn of your choice & a 5mm hook. A notebook and pen, and an A4 wallet or small bag will be useful to keep your work in, and a phone/camera will be useful for recording ideas and techniques.

What do I need to bring to the first class?
As above, and the tutor will discuss materials and personal course projects during the first session

Options when finished
The department offers a wide variety of fashion and textile courses at different levels. Information about additional or progression courses is available through the tutor, the Curriculum Leader or the current ALL programme on our website. There are also a range of courses at a higher level offered across London and the South East by Colleges, Community & Adult Education providers and through local craftspeople.

Additional information
N/A

For general enquiries and course availability information call 0208 314 3300. For more detailed information and guidance about the course: