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Beginner's Guide to Crochet
Join us in store to learn the basics of crochet – the perfect introduction to a classic craft.
1.5 hours
4 to 5 guests
£29
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arrow_right_alt arrow_downwardGet hooked on crochet with our beginner’s tutorial! Enjoy this relaxing craft as you get to grips with the simple skills you’ll need to stitch beautiful designs, with one of our craft experts on hand to guide you through the steps.
This workshop provides a wonderful introduction to the world of crochet, perfect if you’re a complete beginner. Through the course of the workshop, you’ll learn double stitch and treble stitch. You’ll also be shown how to create a chain, working in rows to create a tension square.
You’ll have a craft kit included, ensuring you’ve got the yarn and hook you need. It’s a great opportunity to pick up techniques you can then put into practice when you move on to other patterns.
Throughout the tutorial, you will be able to ask any crochet questions you may have.
Please note, our workshop spaces in some stores are located in open areas and we will endeavour to minimise interruption from other crafters.
Please contact your chosen store if you are left-handed to ensure the colleague hosting will be able provide the correct support needed alternatively all of our online session's can support a left-handed learner, BOOK HERE
This workshop is also available as a private workshop for group bookings of 4+.
Please note any participants under the age of 16 will require adult supervision. A ticket is not required unless they wish to craft along.
Keeping everyone safe
At Hobbycraft, we want our workshops to be enjoyable, inclusive, and safe for everyone. Some workshops are suitable for children, and where this is the case, a parent or legal guardian is responsible for supervising their child at all times unless the workshop is clearly stated as suitable for independent attendance. Our colleagues and instructors are there to guide the activity and support a safe environment, and if any concerns about safety or wellbeing arise during a workshop, these should be raised with a member of staff straight away.
What you'll get
- Crochet hook
- 2 x yarns (colours may vary)
- Stitch guide template
Knowledge required
Perfect for beginners!
What to bring
- Just yourself!
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Recent reviews of Beginner's Guide to Crochet
- 5/5 from Sarah Cassidy, attended Jul 2025: A 90 minute crochet for beginners class. Aimed at the perfect level so we could master a new skill and achieve success. Eileen was patient, warm and professional. I will definitely keep my eye out for different classes in the future!
- 5/5 from Trisha Bowler, attended Jul 2025: This was my first attempt at crochet and Eileen was fantastic, she was very patient with us and as a result I enjoyed the class immensely
- 5/5 from Miss Edel Lavery, attended Jul 2025: Eileen was a lovely patient teacher. I was getting frustrated at the start when I didn't understand the stitch but she was great. Thanks again
- 5/5 from Caoimhe Adams, attended Apr 2025: I was the only one to book into the group class which I initially found a bit intimidating but Aileen was fabulous and extremely patient and I'm so grateful to have had the one to one tuition. Aileen has taken 3 children's workshops I have brought my daughter and other children to in the past and is such an asset to the Belfast store. I was shocked at how much I learned in 90mins after having tried to learn from books and YouTube in the past with little success. There really is no substitute for in person tuition, Aileen gave me some helpful tips when she saw me struggling that I have taken away with me. I didn't manage to finish my two squares in the session but I have been confidently practising at home and am amazed at how quickly I can see the little granny squares come together.
- 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Jan 2025: Beginners crochet. Had never tried before but think this class has given me enough knowledge to give it a go. Once I’ve practiced a bit would consider going to another class.
- 5/5 from Alexandra Edgar, attended Jan 2025: I wanted to learn to crochet, so I enrolled in the beginners class. The teacher was Eileen, when I arrived, the yarn, crochet hook and instructions plus a bag to put it into. The venue was in the middle of the shop, which was fine, I didn't feel as if I was in a goldfish bowl. Eileen was great, she put me at ease straight away with her relaxed manner. There were only two of us, one left and right handed, but Eileen was able to switch from left to right with ease. Eileen made the process so simple, I came away with two squares and feel confident to be able to do this at home. Would recommend the beginners course to anyone wanting to learn how to crochet.
- 5/5 from Elaine, attended Jul 2024: Eileen was very patient and a great instructor for myself and my daughter. Very enjoyable thank you
- 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Jul 2024: Excellent class, thoroughly enjoyed it. Eileen was a very patient teacher and had time to go round each of us in our class of 4 to explain stitches etc in detail. Good value for money as cotton tote bag, crochet hook and 2 balls wool included in price.
- 4/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Jul 2024: Beginner crochet course with Eileen. Covered basic stitches and has given me more confidence to go on to follow other YouTube tutorials etc. Chunky wool was provided which made it hard to see the stitches and the resulting pattern - would have been better with a finer wool and smaller hook. Tutor also spent more time with other participants so they got instruction for more stitches - everyone should have received same instruction.
- 5/5 from Geraldine Matthews, attended May 2024: I thoroughly enjoyed the class. The teacher gave clear instructions and provided lots of support. She focused on two types of crochet stitch. The venue was very suitable and I liked the materials provided, especially the little carrier bag! The class was good value for money.
- 4/5 from Clare O'Neill, attended May 2024: Eileen was very patient with me which I appreciated. It was a good introduction to crochet but I think it could be longer so I could get a bit more 1-2-1 support. Nice materials and good venue.
- 5/5 from Samantha Martin, attended Apr 2024: The beginners crochet workshop was excellent. I was a complete beginner who had never attempted to crochet before. The teacher was very patient and ensured that all the attendees were confident at each step before moving on and she was very helpful. I think the work shops are great value for money with the teaching time and a bag of goodies (two gorgeous balls of yarn and a crochet hook) to take home to keep practicing. I feel confident now in the basic stitches and I am excited to continue crocheting!
- 5/5 from Sarah Kidd, attended Feb 2024: The class was great and Elieen Is a fantastic tutor. I was late but she made me feel at ease. I would highly recommend the class to anyone. I do wish some of the beginner classes ran 3 or 4 consecutive weeks.
- 5/5 from Claire, attended Feb 2024: Enjoyed the beginners crochet class. Eileen was a great tutor. She covered two basic stitches and it was a very helpful introduction to crocheting. I would recommend this class to beginners.
- 5/5 from Mary McNally, attended Jan 2024: Teaher excellent venue comfortable a enjoyable class Good music played will enrol for Another class
- 5/5 from Marion, attended Jan 2024: Eileen was very patient and the class was enjoyable. Definitely recommend to anyone wanting to learn.
- 5/5 from Helen Lawne, attended Nov 2023: Great introduction to crochet. Eileen was very patient and explained things well. I would recommend it.
- 5/5 from Ann Henry, attended Oct 2023: Teacher was very patient with myself and the two others. We were given a nice bag with all the materials needed inside. We accomplished a crocheted square with her help. I appreciate that it was a small class in a nice setting. I have the confidence to continue with my new skill.
- 5/5 from Claire Howe, attended Oct 2023: Eileen was incredibly patient when I was all fingers and thumbs! Thoroughly enjoyed learning the basics of crocheting. The time flew in. Thank you
- 5/5 from Sandra Watson, attended Oct 2023: Teacher was very patient, which we needed, all materials provided. I really enjoyed it, would highly recommend.
- 4/5 from Sharon Brannigan, attended Oct 2023: Teacher was excellent and really enjoyed class. Thought it was for hour and half but only an hour so quite short Sharon
- 5/5 from Brenda Herron, attended Sep 2023: Had a great 90 mins learning to crochet. Eileen was a lovely instructor with plenty of patience! There were 4 in the class and she divided her time evenly between us. She was very encouraging and happy to demonstrate and repeat instructions as many times as we needed.
- 5/5 from Libby, attended Aug 2023: I really enjoyed learning to crochet all materials were provided lovely wool crochet hook and instructions to practice at home Tutor was very knowledgeable I recommend this class for anyone wanting to learn the basics of crochet
- 5/5 from Evelyn Campbell, attended Feb 2023: Sasha was my teacher this evening in Belfast, she was so patient at my lack of knowledge and she took me through step by step building my confidence, such a pleasant, gentle teacher and I would definitely return for a further class if Sasha was taking it, I was given a box with everything I needed to start, very impressed overall.
- 5/5 from Josephine Irwin, attended Oct 2022: Sasha was great. Knowledgeable and made it fun. Wool & hook provided. Plenty of room at the table. Great beginners course. Follow up courses would be great.
- 5/5 from Andrea Cochrane, attended Jul 2022: The teacher was lovely and the workshop was great value. The materials were of very good quality.
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