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Thread: Crochet Club
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04-02-2022, 10:55 AM #11
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04-02-2022, 10:42 PM #12
Try IHOP
Before COVID, we had a crochet meetup at IHOP. They have a free meeting room and of course we would order coffee/tea or a snack, so it was win-win. Unfortunately, COVID killed our group and then I moved out of state, so not sure if they resumed.
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05-20-2022, 09:19 AM #13
Hi Lynda,
Yes, I agree that it is so rewarding to see what you have made, from just a hook and some yarn! I am forever grateful to my mother for teaching me how to crochet. I see women crocheting in doctor's waiting rooms. I always take something to occupy my time, since many times you have a long wait. Please post a photo of the blanket when you get it finished. I am just now seeing your post, so you probably have already finished it! I'm sure your mama will love it.
~~ Hugs, Jo ♥A Travelling Baehr Gathers No Moss!!
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05-20-2022, 09:26 AM #14
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05-20-2022, 09:40 AM #15
Hello all!
Well, we finally started our crochet group! There were only five of us for the first meeting. Two of the ladies know nothing about crochet, so they were my main focus. One lady has crocheted, but it has been a long time since she made anything. She was getting re-acquainted with how to do some stitches. Abother lady has never crocheted, so I was teaching her how to hold her yarn and hook. She is struggling with it, because she has eye problems. She had thin yarn, I told her she should get some thicker yarn, so she can see the stitches better. She agreed. One lady is an avid crocheter like me, so she and I helped the other ladies. We have agreed to meet every three weeks. I had them write their names, phone numbers and emails, so I can make a list for everyone. The first meeting was mainly a "getting to know each other" meeting. We haven't decided on a name for our group yet. We'll get there. I am looking forward to getting everyone up to speed so we can possibly focus on making things for charity or nursing homes. Or, maybe they will just want to make their own things. Either way, it will be fun just getting together. One lady's 13 year old granddaughter wants to come. She wasn't out of school yet, but will be able to come to the next meeting. It is wonderful to hear a 13 year old wants to learn the craft. There are other ladies who wanted to join, but didn't show up. I hope they come to the next meeting.
~~ Hugs, Jo ♥Last edited by dancingbaehr; 05-20-2022 at 09:44 AM.
A Travelling Baehr Gathers No Moss!!
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05-20-2022, 12:27 PM #16
Hello Jo,
Looks like you got off to a good start with your new crochet group. It will be lots of fun and good times teaching and learning together.
Spoula
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05-22-2022, 07:06 AM #17
Jo, I received a newsletter from "I like Crochet" on "How to teach Crochet to beginners"
I read it and thought about you and your new group. It had some great ideas that can help you with plans and things for your group.
Here is the link.
How to Teach Crochet to Beginners - I Like Crochet
Spoula
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05-22-2022, 07:44 AM #18
Hi Spoula. Thank you for the link. I haven't read it yet, but appreciate you sending it. I'm sure there are a lot of good ideas there. I have only taught crochet one-on-one before, but never to a class. I'll look at the link today. You are so kind to think of me.
~~ Hugs, Jo ♥A Travelling Baehr Gathers No Moss!!
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05-27-2022, 06:46 AM #19
Yes ... even though it seems fairly rudimentary, the humble chain can be tricky to master!
I, myself, like to work into the back bump of the chain ... which gives a lovely finished edge and (imho) is less ambiguous than trying to decide which is the front, back or both loops of the chain.
The idea of a single crochet foundation row is great. I learned it only recently, and even as a seasoned crocheter found it challenging to learn ..... but it has become one of my favourite ways of starting a project.
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05-28-2022, 08:03 AM #20
Hi Ellebelle,
I don't use the single crochet foundation much, but need to get used to using it. I think I have only used it twice. I do like to work into the back bump of the chain, for a much nicer look. I think I will teach my class this technique. It will be easier for them to see the bump and their work will look much better. As of right now, there is only one lady who is an avid crocheter like me. It is pretty much "square one" for the rest of them. Luckily, I have plenty of patience and understanding.
~~ Hugs, Jo ♥A Travelling Baehr Gathers No Moss!!