Teaching

[pegnit]

I attempt to teach folks in a senior-living building where I live. Crochet, embroidery, knitting, quilting, even needle=threading . . . if needed. The problem which arises too often is the common excuse: I can't. Exercising the fingers, as well as the mind, is my main objective. I'd love to discover how others are able to engage new students . . . and keep them busy, too. Giggles and grins from someone who refuses to grow old !!!

[Pixieglitter]

My mom has taught a lot of people how to crochet. She always starts them out with a basic granny square. It teaches them the stitches and how to change colors. Plus they have something they've made to take with them after the lesson.

Just encourage them to give them the confidence they need. That's all you can do.

Shelley

[Barbara G.]

Hello and welcome to the crochet forums! Nice to have you here with us! Enjoy your stay among crochet friends!

[Susan2014]

Welcome pegnit, Hope you like it here as we are a great friendly family. We need advise, encouragement at time so feel free to answer. Post, like, add patterns, answer question, or ask one. Glad to have you Have FUN !! Susan2014

[kl1000]

Hi there! I cannot teach anyone but myself... doilies for ever

[pegnit]

Although I may have several students at one session, I teach in a one-on-one method. That means that I patiently re-teach according to each ones ability. I've discovered a method of "rabbit hunting" to explain the basic stitches: sc, dc, hdc, trc. Once the basic stitches are practiced, I encourage the students to combine them in any fashion that they like. That shows them that there are lots of possibilities, even if they only know a few stitches. Some have even invented stitches of their own by accident maybe, but quite interestingly. My main problem is in encouraging old fingers to TRY. When they do, they can surprise themselves. One lady, with a frozen finger joint, discovered a way to hold her hook and yarn. She did it! Took work, but she did it. Yeah!

[kl1000]

You do great for them! I wish you success.

[crochetdiva]

Teaching: I start by teaching something simple like a dishcloth using the basic single crochet. It's keeps students counting and concentrating. Plus, they get to take the dishcloth home. Students learn how to recognize the single crochet stitch because that's the only stitch we work on for a 1st project.
You are great lending your time teaching seniors. Welcome to the site.

[AudreyL]

Welcome from Pa. Very nice to have you with us

[pegnit]

Hi there! I cannot teach anyone but myself... doilies for ever

I'll bet that you could combine your doilies into a fantastic creation. giggles and grins . . .