Beginner's Guide to Crochet

Recent reviews of Beginner's Guide to Crochet

• 5/5 from Paula Mrs Bedford, attended Oct 2026: What i really liked were the clear instructions and encouraging comments from our teacher, Scooby
• 5/5 from Julie Foley, attended Oct 2026: Great class and teacher Scooby. Small class of 3 which was lovely. Great friendly atmosphere made it easy to learn.
• 5/5 from Beejal Bond, attended Sep 2026: Scooby was amazing! Crochet really didn't come naturally to me and I struggled at the beginning but with Scooby's encouragement and help, I ended up creating stitches that I was genuinely really proud of! I would 100% recommend booking this class! Thanks Scooby!
• 5/5 from Amanda Martin, attended Sep 2026: Great teach, very patient. Went so quickly, will be booking again.
• 5/5 from Sue Brown, attended Sep 2026: Scooby lead a great introduction to crochet course. The small group (4) meant we had lots of opportunities to ask questions and for Scooby to look at our work and keep us on track, which she did in a clear encouraging way.
• 5/5 from Janice Vaughan, attended Sep 2026: No particular occasion. I just wanted to learn to crochet properly. Beginners crochet - chain, double and treble stitches. The teacher was brilliant. Clear instructions and good one to one as well as group instructions. The setting was fine although a little chilly. The teacher requested that the air conditioning was turned off which helped. I really felt I learnt how to do the basic stitches properly. The instructions were very good, clear and concise with opportunity to ask questions when needed. I could not have asked for more. Brilliant session. Thank you!
• 5/5 from Barbara McIntivey, attended Sep 2026: I found buying the gift card difficult at first
• 5/5 from Gillian Hill, attended Sep 2026: Charlie was a very good teacher, very patient and it was good to have individual help with the technique. Time flew. I really enjoyed it.
• 5/5 from Rebecca Smith, attended Aug 2026: Scooby was such a fantastic teacher! She really did make everybody feel welcome and was so patient with everybody. I can’t wait to carry on my crochet journey!
• 5/5 from Claudia Cremisini, attended Aug 2026: Lovely experience! I received it a gift for my birthday and I really have a nice time!
• 5/5 from Rebecca Taylor, attended Jul 2026: Scooby was amazing. Very patient and great when she was explaining. Me and my niece loved the whole experience and we can’t wait to book onto the next one.
• 5/5 from Rachel Pateman, attended Jul 2026: The class was brilliant - our teacher Scooby was so friendly and explained everything in a way that was really easy to understand. Very useful for learning the foundations of crochet, and very beginner-friendly
• 5/5 from Deirdre Bell, attended Jul 2026: This class was brilliant, first time crocheting & Scooby was great, so easy to understand everything she was showing us, she explained everything so well & was very happy to help if you got stuck, would recommend this class to anyone.
• 5/5 from Anima Agarwal, attended Jun 2026: Really enjoyed the class. Scooby thought so well. Planning to attend another workshop soon!
• 5/5 from Nicola Burton, attended Jun 2026: Workshop was well planned and thoroughly enjoyable. Our teacher, Scooby, was patient, knowledgeable and friendly. She coped very well as one of us was left handed and one right!
• 5/5 from Lynne Dunley, attended May 2026: Was a very enjoyable class with patient experienced tutor - will go to the next level when the next lesson is on at Hobbycraft Basingstoke;
• 5/5 from Tricia Lund, attended May 2026: I did this with my daughter as a birthday present. Scooby, our teacher, was very clear and adapted the session to our needs. As each of us already had a basic understanding, she showed us how to refine our skills. I now feel more confident in starting and casting off as well as holding the hook and wool in a more relaxed way. My daughter learnt how to do the stitches and picked it up really quickly! Scooby moved us on to granny squares as she could see we were all ready for the next step! A great way to pass a Saturday morning.
• 5/5 from Denise Noonan, attended May 2026: Fantastic first lesson on crochet. The teacher was very patient and clear in her instruction. Hope to practice some more and begin to crochet my first blanket soon. Thank you so much.
• 5/5 from Natasha Jones, attended Apr 2026: Excellent class today for my daughter's 15th Birthday. All four girls learned the basics of crochet and really enjoyed it.
• 5/5 from Victoria Iredale, attended Apr 2026: Scooby was very knowledgeable I will ask for her when I book the next course.
• 5/5 from Debbie Carpenter, attended Mar 2026: A brilliant introduction to Crochet. Charlie was kind, patient and encouraging. Thank you!
• 5/5 from Leanne Chapman, attended Mar 2026: Charlie was such a patient teacher and went at our speed, I never felt rushed and he spent his time evenly with the whole class. It was such a relaxed atmosphere and I had a great morning. We covered the basics of starting with our chain and then learnt two stitches. I practiced as soon as I got home and once I’ve practiced some more, I’ll be booking onto the Granny Square course, I can’t wait!
• 5/5 from Barbara Kesse, attended Feb 2026: The teacher was patient and helpful as both my daughter and I were beginners. My daughter is now crocheting all sorts for her friends and she is really having fun.
• 5/5 from Darren Ings, attended Feb 2026: An excellent class with a small group of four, which made it very personal and supportive. Charlie was a fantastic instructor—patient, engaging, and clear in his explanations. His passion for crochet was evident throughout.
• 5/5 from Gina Haines, attended Feb 2026: Absolutey brilliant. I am a complete beginner and needed a lot of help, but the teacher (Scooby) was fantastic and patient. They provided a lovely bag with a crochet hook and 3 balls of yarn, with instructions to also use at home. I'd highly recommend this as a gift.
• 5/5 from Debbie Darley, attended Feb 2026: Scooby, the tutor was brilliant. She was great at tailoring each step to each of us individually.
• 5/5 from Em Ervine, attended Jan 2026: Charlie was an amazing crochet teacher- calm and kind! He gave clear instructions which he was able to repeat. He had the perfect pace of instruction and was constantly reassuring and offering praise to everyone within the workshop. Thank you, Charlie
• 5/5 from Stacey, attended Jan 2026: Thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and looking to book another workshop as soon as one is available
• 5/5 from Stacey Chandler, attended Jan 2026: Wonderful class which was easy to follow with extra guidance! I’d absolutely recommend taking a class Charlie was a great teacher
• 5/5 from Elly Lee, attended Jan 2026: I had a great time at this class. Scooby was very patient and engaging and I learnt a lot!
• 5/5 from Sam Bull, attended Jan 2026: Really enjoyed the class with Charlie today he was very clear and concise teaching me how to crotchet and tons of patience and personality thanks Charlie looking forward to next class, would thoroughly recommend to anyone wanting a beginner’s class
• 5/5 from Sheryl Thornton, attended Dec 2025: I thoroughly enjoyed this class and I would recommend it. ‘Scooby’ was great in explaining, patient and gave us all individual attention. I will be booking another class soon.
• 5/5 from Tina Penny, attended Dec 2025: Lovely teacher ‘Scooby’ very calming with oodles of patience. 3 ladies on the course today and Scooby had plenty of time with us individually. Had a great time. X
• 5/5 from Nicky Tompkins, attended Dec 2025: I did beginners class to crochet. Teacher(sorry I forgot her name) was brilliant, explained everything really well, was happy to repeat anything we needed, gave group support and individual support. She was friendly and patient. I will definitely practice at home and go back for another class. Highly recommend.
• 5/5 from Toni Warren, attended Dec 2025: Workshop was very enjoyable. Our tutor spent time explaining what we were to do & came round to us individually to see how we were doing. She was readily available if we were stuck & gave us tips to make life easier for us. She explained what further courses entailed to expand on our knowledge.
• 5/5 from Thelma Rich, attended Dec 2025: It was excellent and fun. There were fewer people than I imagined- but that was a positive. Our teacher, Scooby, was very pleasant, very clear, very helpful, very encouraging. I was pleasantly surprised at receiving a bag containing a hook, 2 balls of yarn and printed help sheets.
• 5/5 from Lorraine Hanson, attended Nov 2025: I had fun with 3 other ladies and the teacher. We learnt how to start the crochet, some stitches and how to finish off the piece of work. The teacher "Scoobey" was excellent, helpful, patient and fun! So I will book the next stage of crochet course to learn more
• 5/5 from Sophie Mercure, attended Nov 2025: The class was wonderful. Both my mum and I have little to no experience crocheting and this class was perfect for complete beginners. You get everything you need provided for you (yarn, hook, instructions). We started with a slip knot and made a chain to begin with. Then moved onto double stitches and trebble stitches. I reccomend the class to anyone wanting to start crochet and for those than learn best with someone teaching them! Our teacher was very patient and explained everything so well! And it was only a class of 4 so there was enough time for everyone to have help when needed. I will be booking the 'Next Steps' class soon! Thank you!
• 5/5 from Cheryl Bartlett, attended Nov 2025: Very personable teacher, supported all students equally went at each persons pace while making sure no one was left behind or kept waiting. Would definitely recommend - looking forward to signing up for the next one when there’s space!
• 5/5 from Sue Hanley, attended Nov 2025: This course was just amazing. The teachers were fabulous and could not have been more friendly and so very helpful
• 5/5 from Christine Mitchell, attended Nov 2025: Charlie and Holly were great teachers. It was the first time my grandaughter had touched a crochet hook, she loved the crochet class. She felt a real sense of success. Well done and thank you.
• 5/5 from Orla Young, attended Nov 2025: The class was fab!! Charlie was very knowledgeable and helpful! I would like to do another class asap to focus on granny squares
• 5/5 from Karen, attended Oct 2025: An absolutely brilliant introduction to Crochet in my Beginners Class today- made so enjoyable by the incredible Teacher who was so friendly and knowledgeable -I've already learned the basic stitches and I can't wait to start on some squares to start a project. I am looking forward already to join another class when I get a little more experienced - I am definitely ' hooked ' on crochet!
• 5/5 from Shelley Rounding, attended Sep 2025: Charlie was fantastic. I could not have asked for a better teacher. I covered as much as possible in my allocated 1 to 1 class, including things that weren’t normally covered with the beginner course. Would highly recommend Charlie to anyone starting off :-)
• 5/5 from Natalie Wood, attended Aug 2025: Charlie was extremely helpful and supremely knowledgeable. He broke the technique down and was very patient. I will definitely book further workshops. Photo of my very first piece of crochet attached.
• 5/5 from Angela Martin, attended Aug 2025: Was a really good introduction for 3 total beginners. Can't get over how much we learned so fast. Charlie was a great teacher and very patient. He was very good at explaining and making things simpler. And he gave us insights into different terminology and things we could aim for. He was very positive and encouraging. The starter kit was really good. Plenty for further practising. The wool colours are really nice shades. Would recommend to anyone wanting to have a go at crochet!
• 5/5 from Emma Thomas, attended Jul 2025: Charlie was amazingly supportive teaching my 13 year old daughter how to crochet in only 90 minutes. A thoroughly nice guy who gave us lots of ideas for future projects. 5 stars.
• 5/5 from Patricia Runcie, attended Jun 2025: Scobby and Charlie were very informative, helpful and patient and fun teachers, who led us through how to make a chain, double and treble crochet stitches and other very helpful tips. Included as part of the course was a bag containing a crochet hook, 2 balls of wool and instructions on how to complete the tasks. Very approachable teachers. Really enjoy the session and would highly recommend to others interested in beginning to crochet.
• 5/5 from Lisa Calver, attended Jun 2025: The teachers were very welcoming, very friendly and very patient. I definitely recommend.
• 5/5 from Christine, attended Jun 2025: The tutors were brilliant (Charlie and Scooby). They taught both treble and double stitches, were very patient, gave clear instructions and individual attention where needed. They were very encouraging and positive and I will definitely return to tackle Granny Squares. Great air conditioned work space.