{"product_id":"crochet-2-beyond-the-basics","title":"Crochet 2: Beyond the Basics","description":"\u003ch3\u003eTuesdays, September 8 \u0026amp; 15, 4 - 5:30 pm\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You'll Learn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eReady to move beyond the basics? This class is perfect for crocheters who are comfortable with chain, single crochet, and double crochet stitches and want to expand their skills. You'll learn the treble crochet stitch, how to create texture with front and back loop and post stitches, shape your work with increases and decreases, change colors, read patterns with confidence, and master finishing techniques that will take your projects to the next level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn this class you will learn: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 1: Building New Skills (1.5 hours)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe'll begin with a brief review of the foundational stitches before learning the treble crochet stitch, front and back loop stitches, increases, decreases, and how to use locking stitch markers to make crocheting easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass 2: Pattern Reading \u0026amp; Finishing (1.5 hours)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLearn how to change colors, read and follow a crochet pattern, and explore finishing techniques for polished projects. Students will begin a stitch sampler scarf to practice their new skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eAdvanced Beginner. \u003cbr\u003eStudents should be comfortable making a slip knot, crocheting a foundation chain, and working the slip stitch, single crochet, half-double crochet, and double crochet stitches or taken the Beginner Crochet 1 class\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass price:\u003c\/strong\u003e $70 + materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e Stitch Sampler Scarf\u003c\/em\u003e by Kate Ray\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYarn: \u003c\/strong\u003eAt least two colors (1 skein each) worsted weight yarn, more if additional colors are desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe ask that all yarn for classes be purchased in the shop. 10% discount will be applied. Materials can be purchased at the shop prior to class.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHook:  \u003c\/strong\u003eSize H\/8 (5mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotions: \u003c\/strong\u003eLocking Stitch markers,Tapestry\/Darning needle to finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll classes must be paid in advance. If you need to cancel, please do so at least 48 hours before the start of class by emailing \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"mailto:hello@thecreativeknot.com\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehello@thecreativeknot.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e. Cancellations made within 72 hours of the class start time. Missed classes are not eligible for store credit. No exceptions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"preFade fadeIn\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClass Size\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6 person max. Must have two registered for class to occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructors: Donna Schmitt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" class=\"\"\u003eDonna Schmitt, @knitwithattitude (Ravelry), @knittingwithattitude (IG) \u0026amp; \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.knittingwithattitude.com\/\"\u003ewww.knittingwithattitude.com\u003c\/a\u003e is your instructor for this class. Donna learned both knit \u0026amp; crochet as a child, and has fallen back in love with both (knitting for 15+ years, crocheting for 3+). Donna loves to knit \u0026amp; crochet pretty much everything she can get her hands on, including blankets, hats, shawls, cowls, fingerless mitts, tops \u0026amp; sweaters.  She loves anything fiber-related and also felts, dyes yarn, embroiders, and loves needlepoint \u0026amp; crewelwork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Creative Knot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49082462863610,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/1389\/4394\/files\/Screenshot2026-06-27at5.36.33PM.png?v=1782597178","url":"https:\/\/thecreativeknot.myshopify.com\/products\/crochet-2-beyond-the-basics","provider":"The Creative Knot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}