Show off your crochet confidence and make a garment! Choose from three patterns perfect for crocheters ready to craft a closet staple. In this class, you’ll get the guidance to decode the pattern, get started, determine the fit you need, and learn strategies to complete and finish your project. Pattern options include a vest, a 3-season t-shirt, and a cardigan.
3 two-hour sessions
Pick your project based on your skill level:
Advanced beginner: Vest No. 44
Skills needed:
- Chaining
- Single crochet
Supplies needed:
- Aran weight yarn in the amount needed for your size: XS: 876 yards (S: 930 yards, M: 1020 yards, L: 1,095 yards, XL: 1,120 yards, XXL: 1,250 yards). We recommend Wooldreamers Mota, De Rerum Natura Gilliatt, Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino, or Manos Del Uruguay Ideal
- US G/6 (4.00mm) crochet hook, or size to meet gauge
- US H/8 (5.00mm) crochet hook or size to meet gauge
- Scissors
- Tapestry needle
- An assortment of locking stitch markers
- Measuring tape
- A copy of the pattern Vest No. 44 pattern
Preparation:
- Make a 5” x 5” gauge swatch in moss stitch, as explained in the pattern. Wash and block the swatch, referring to the care instructions on the yarn label.
Intermediate: Perfect Crochet T-Shirt
Skills needed:
- Chaining
- Single crochet
Supplies needed:
- DK weight yarn in the amount needed for your size: XS: 696 yards, (S: 928 yards, M: 928 yards, L 1,160 yards, XL: 1,160 yards), (2X: 1,392 yards, 3X: 1,392 yards, 4X: 1,624 yards, 5X: 1,624 yards). We recommend Rosários 4 Regata, Manos del Uruguay Sami or Noro Kakigori.
- Size US F/5 (3.75 mm) crochet hook, or size needed to meet gauge
- An assortment of locking stitch markers
- Row counter
- Tapestry needle
- A copy of Perfect Crochet T-Shirt pattern
Preparation:
- Make a 5” x 5” gauge swatch in the linen stitch as explained in the pattern. Wash and block the swatch, referring to the care instructions on the yarn label.
Intermediate to Advanced: HexaGranny Cardigan
Skills Needed:
- Chaining
- Single crochet
- Double crochet
Materials:
Size: XS/S(M/L, XL/2XL, 3XL/4XL, 5XL)
Actual bust measurement in inches: 28-34(36-42, 44-48, 52-58,60-62)
- DK, worsted or bulky weight in these approximate yardages:
- DK: 1500(2100, 2400, 3000, 3600) yards. We recommend Kelbourne Woolens Scout, Mrs. Moon Plump DK, or Manos del Uruguay Sami or Marla
- Worsted: 1200(1600, 2100, 2400, 2600) yards. We recommend Rosários 4 Terra, Wooldreamers Mota, or Manos del Uruguay Ideal.
- Bulky: 840(1080, 1320, 1440, 1620) yards. We recommend Woolfolk Luft, de Rerum Natura Cyrano, Manos del Uruguay Cardo
- Crochet hook based on the thickness of your yarn. Refer to the yarn label for guidance.
- Scissors
- Measuring tape
- An assortment of locking stitch markers
- Tapestry needle
- A copy of the HexaGranny Cardigan
Preparation:
- No preparation needed. We’ll begin by creating a gauge swatch in the hexagon motif pattern to confirm yarn quantities.
