Beginner's Guide to Crochet

Recent reviews of Beginner's Guide to Crochet

• 5/5 from Michelle Elizabeth Sim, attended Oct 2026: Class was great, felt at ease. Teacher was lovely.
• 3/5 from Petra Langr, attended Oct 2026: The teacher was lovely, and it was a good introduction to several crochet stitches. However, I would have found it easier to learn if the stitches were taught through small projects, such as a mini scarf, a simple circle or a square. This would help beginners understand where to place stitches, how to make corners and how everything comes together, while leaving with something they’ve made.
• 5/5 from Ciara, attended Sep 2026: Great simple atmosphere without judgement. Instructor took time to ensure everyone knew what they were doing
• 5/5 from Veronica Tait, attended Sep 2026: We learn the basics of crochet.. the teacher was great and very patient. She explained things really well. The atmosphere was very relaxed and the 4 of us done quite well and felt inspired. You can’t grasp it all in 90 minutes but I feel I can take what I learnt and hopefully progress with that. I bought a book for beginners and aim to practice with the knowledge from the class.
• 5/5 from Sue Harper, attended Aug 2026: Very good teacher. Have started crocheting a blanket all ready
• 5/5 from Lucy Zeitoun, attended Aug 2026: The class was really helpful for a complete beginner like me. The teacher was really nice and patient. The only thing that could be added to the class is how to use the crochet itself after the technique we are thought to use which is very helpful to learn how the stitches work. I also really enjoyed doing the class in the shop where we could get advice on what to buy. Thank oh so very much!️
• 4/5 from Louise Reid, attended Aug 2026: Brilliant class & Victoria the teacher was lovely, very patient & explained the process well. Only reason 1 star has been deducted is because I was given a Hobbycraft voucher which states online courses are included, but this is not the case!
• 5/5 from Heather Galbucci, attended May 2026: What a lovely time we had with Anna. The class was small (3 people) which enabled Anna to spend lots of time with us individually. Her explanations were clear and she went over things when needed. To top it all off we went home with a bag, wool, crochet hook and instructions. Anna was even kind enough to offer help with our future products should we need it. We will definitely return to try other workshops. Thank you Hobbycraft!!!
• 5/5 from Eileen Henry, attended Apr 2026: Anna was a patient and informative teacher. She explained everything very clearly and gave each of the participants much individual help when needed. The yarn and crochet were good quality and the workshop was very good value.
• 5/5 from Kerry Hardie, attended Mar 2026: Ailidh was a great teacher and we actually made something. I am a total novice and my daughter has a wee bit of experience and it was just right for us.
• 5/5 from Irene Watson, attended Mar 2026: I wanted to learn how to crochet, have been a knitter for over 60 years. Lovely young tutor who was most helpful
• 5/5 from Suzy Crozier, attended Mar 2026: I really enjoyed my beginner’s guide to crochet class! The teacher made me feel at ease and made the class fun which is a bonus. Our teacher was very knowledgeable and was easy to approach if we weren’t sure or thought we were making mistakes. Highly recommended this class to anyone interested in learning to crochet!
• 5/5 from Carol White, attended Mar 2026: Enjoyed the class, Sorry have forgotten girls name but she was lively explained clearly and was very patient.
• 5/5 from Laura Condie, attended Mar 2026: Anna was lovely and taught an excellent class. She was very patient with us all.
• 5/5 from Linda Badura, attended Feb 2026: Ailidh taught us single, half double and double stitches in a very straightforward to understand way. Had a lovely hour and a half and will be practicing at home.
• 5/5 from Doreen Meechan, attended Feb 2026: Had a lovely time with my Grandaughter learning the basics of crochet. Teacher was very patient and knowledgeable. Would recommend this class for complete begjnners
• 5/5 from Sheila Bremner, attended Jan 2026: Beginners crochet class. Small class of only 5 people which made it very easy to ask for help if needed. Teacher was excellent at explaining things and showing you what to do. You got a crochet hook, two large balls of wool and a booklet covering what you learn, which made the course excellent value. It was ‘basic’ which was ideal for a complete novice. I would definitely recommend this course.
• 5/5 from Michelle Lane, attended Jan 2026: 4 of us did this as a private workshops. We were two mums wanting to learn with our daughters (age 7 and 8) The teacher was really patient and helpful. Also very.kind because we were 15 minutes late due to traffic and she continued beyond our time so we still had a full session. We really enjoyed it but maybe a bit long for the girls
• 5/5 from Alex Linksted, attended Jan 2026: Anna taught us some basic stitches to get started and gave us feedback and assistance while we practiced. It was a very good workshop with good information about supplies and tips for going forward.
• 5/5 from Yvonne Orr, attended Jan 2026: The teacher was very good at showing what to do and then helping us to sort things when we went wrong.
• 5/5 from Janine Sim, attended Dec 2025: The teacher was brilliant! Thank you
• 5/5 from Fiona Cullen, attended Dec 2025: I've been trying unsuccesfuly for some time to teach myself how to crochet. I now feel that I have the basics to become proficient thanks to our excellent, very patient teacher
• 5/5 from Gail Robertson, attended Dec 2025: Great class, the teacher (whose name I've forgotten!) was really patient and happy to explain several times. Would definitely recommend for crochet beginners or those in need of a basics recap.
• 5/5 from Valerie Hynd, attended Dec 2025: The teacher was very patient, explained everything well, and was nice and cheerful. We learned how to do a chain to start off, then we're shown how to do single and double crochet stitches. It was a relaxed, friendly and enjoyable group of only five ladies
• 5/5 from Suzanne Di Canto, attended Nov 2025: Had a great day and lots of laughs Came back home and practiced making a big long chain. Wonder who the lucky person will be who gets that for Christmas Also great to be able to go in store and ask for help. Teacher was great, very patient and so funny
• 5/5 from Mrs Patricia Kelly, attended Nov 2025: It was so good Emelia was very informative and helped us all with a lovely smile
• 5/5 from Suzanne Reid, attended Oct 2025: Loved it! Great session and I actually managed to crochet by the end (albeit it’s a bit wonky!). Woohoo
• 5/5 from Katie Gullane-Smillie, attended Oct 2025: Ailidh was an amazing teacher! She made it fun and explained everything well. 10/10 would recommend
• 5/5 from Magdalena Widera, attended Sep 2025: Our teacher Ailidh was fantastic! So patient, so clear and bubbly. We learned three different styles which will help with all different types projects we all want to explore. The teacher also said that she is always happy to help when we are stuck and recommended good resources to follow to keep evolving our skills.
• 5/5 from Louisa Langley, attended Sep 2025: Great fun intro to crochet. Teacher was patient and helpful. Came away feeling I'd learnt enough to give i5 a good go.
• 5/5 from Kimberley Tolputt, attended Sep 2025: Ailidh was amazing so patient and explained everything so well. Going to book another class as enjoyed it so much
• 5/5 from Maddalena Fumagalli, attended Aug 2025: I can’t believe how much I have learnt in just 1.5h. I had given it a try (several tries, actually) years ago with YouTube videos and always failed to pick it up and to enjoy it. Our teacher was friendly and knowledgeable, and she adjusted to the flow of the class with both group and individual instructions and feedback. I feel like I have the basics now, and I am keen and ready to learn more and embark on my first projects. Thank you!
• 5/5 from Laura Reilly, attended Aug 2025: Teacher was excellent!!!!!
• 5/5 from Praeveen Ganesh, attended Aug 2025: Teacher was really nice, helpful but also let us learn in our own pace. Thanks very much.
• 5/5 from Marian Macleod, attended Aug 2025: Very knowledgeable teacher. We were all complete beginners at crochet and she went at an ideal pace
• 5/5 from Dora King, attended Aug 2025: I really enjoyed this class, the teacher was very good at explaining visually with clear instructions. She was very helpful if we were stuck on anything. She gave us lots of info & tips at the end of the class. I highly recommend this class for Beginners!!
• 5/5 from Leonor Rodriguez, attended Jul 2025: Lovely class. Fantastic teacher. We learnt 3 different types of crochet in a simple way to understand. Achieved more than I ever have in this type of class before. A great investment.
• 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Jul 2025: Beginners Crochet - workshop leader was helpful, patient, allowed everyone to go at their own pace and gave lots of positive feedback. The venue and materials were both great. I liked learning new stitches.
• 5/5 from Donna Gibson, attended Jul 2025: Ailidh was fantastic. Great at explaining and very patient. She gave us all our tools and step by step sheets before explaining each stich, what it would be used for then demonstrating the stich. She took time to come round and watch as we did the stitch providing help and advice. Very friendly and patient. Great workshop.
• 5/5 from Amy Yeoman, attended Jul 2025: Ailidh was a great teacher. My daughter has been wanting to learn to crochet for a while and asked me to accompany her to the class. I am the least crafty person in the world and Ailidh even managed to teach me how to do 3 different styles of crochet! Ailidh has a very helpful and personable approach. She is a real credit to Hobbycraft at Fort Kinnaird and we hope to attend another one of her classes in the future.
• 5/5 from Katherine Setchell, attended Jul 2025: Lovely teacher - went at the right speed and happy to repeat as needed!
• 5/5 from Gillian Martin, attended Jul 2025: This class is underrated, I cant remember the girls name who was showing me what to do today. She gave me time to refresh my memory on crochet. Give some good pointers on what wool is best when learning. Got a wee goody bag at the end aswell. Would like to see more classes. Maybe let people come into the shop and crochet away and leave some projects that people can look at and maybe buy.
• 5/5 from Claire Lwin, attended Jun 2025: Victoria was a lovely teacher, explained very well and very helpful
• 5/5 from Gemma Nealon, attended Jun 2025: We love the class thank you. Teacher very patient and clear.
• 5/5 from Maria McCrea, attended Jun 2025: Really helpful. I’m now able to crochet following really practical hands on instructions. Ailidh very clear and helpful
• 5/5 from Eleonora Vacca, attended Jun 2025: The teacher was very knowledgeable and patient, probably we will book another session in few weeks to progress as it's not so easy!
• 5/5 from Lindsey McGinn, attended May 2025: Fun Sunday afternoon treat for my 10yr old daughter and I. We both enjoyed the workshop. Ailidh was friendly, helpful and above all super patient. Only five of us in the group so able to have enough 1:1 time to help with tricky bits. Definitely recommend.
• 5/5 from Colette McColl, attended May 2025: Class was excellent. Teacher was great and explained crochet very well.
• 5/5 from Paula Ormsby, attended May 2025: Excellent teacher and great pace. Really enjoyed my class.
• 5/5 from Penny Sneddon, attended May 2025: The teaching was great. Just the right level and very supportive for a complete beginner like me!