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 Class size 1 to 5 guests       £29 Now £23.20
Bournemouth Activities
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Order on or before 21 Oct, for a discounted price of £23.20 per guest (usually £29).

Get 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.

Upcoming dates for Beginner's Guide to Crochet

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 14 Oct 2026, 12:48pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

63 upcoming dates between 19 Oct 2026 and 27 Dec 2027.

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What you'll get
  • Crochet hook
  • 2 x yarns (colours may vary)
  • Stitch guide template
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Knowledge required

Perfect for beginners!

What to bring
  • Just yourself!
Location

Hobbycraft Poole - Unit C9, Poole Retail Park, Redlands, Poole, BH12 1DN

Beginner's Guide to Crochet location
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  • 5/5 from Sally Thorn, attended Oct 2026: What a wonderful teacher Leanne is. Very patient and knowledgable in her craft. It was suppose to be a group class but lucky me i was the only one there. I came a away feeling i can't wait to try this at home.
  • 5/5 from Diane Mills, attended Aug 2026: Thank you!! Helped a lot and the person that showed us very kind as we were both complete beginners
  • 5/5 from Alistair Bennett, attended Jul 2026: Very helpful workshop and a very patient teacher! I learned way more than I thought I would so an excellent use of the time. Very happy with the outcome and will practice in earnest.
  • 5/5 from Debbie Boyes, attended Mar 2026: I have always wanted to learn how to crochet and this course was a realky really good start.
  • 5/5 from Kate Bicknell, attended Feb 2026: Heather was brilliant. She gave me the confidence to go and crochet. When I have mastered the basics I will definitely be back for another class.
  • 5/5 from Frances Eales, attended Jan 2026: It was a really nice introduction to crochet, the instructor (Leanne-I think) was really friendly and encouraging. I’ve come away with the confidence to get started which is exactly what I wanted.
  • 5/5 from Mary Payne, attended Jan 2026: Excellent tutor - everything explained and demonstrated in an easy to understand way. Highly recommend.
  • 1/5 from Hazel Jarman, attended Dec 2025: It was cancelled day before with no alternative date on offer
  • 1/5 from Lisa Pigott, attended Dec 2025: The class was cancelled with less than 24 hrs notice
  • 5/5 from Jenny Philp, attended Sep 2025: I’ve always wanted to learn to crochet. However after watching YouTube videos I still had no idea but thanks to Heather’s patience I managed to produce a square of sorts! Feeling proud! My daughter even managed to produce some great squares with her fractured finger too! Thanks Heather Hobby craft Poole.
  • 5/5 from Jackie Elderfield, attended Sep 2025: I was really happy with the session today. Heather went at our individual paces and was very patient. I will definitely book for a follow on session m. Highly recommended.
  • 5/5 from Sarah Rogers, attended Aug 2025: I had the benefit of a 1-2-1 session with Heather. She was patient and stayed at my pace until I built up confidence. Instructions were clear and easily understood. She was amazing
  • 5/5 from Priscilla Blake, attended Jan 2025: My tutor was called Devon and she was really lovely and put me at ease straight away. She was also very knowledgeable and extremely helpful. I will definitely come back and I’d definitely recommend her classes so thank you
  • 5/5 from Mandy Bates, attended Jan 2025: Only 3 in the class which was brilliant. The teacher was really lovely and very patient!!!
  • 5/5 from Liz Docking, attended Dec 2024: Really great beginners class, I learned how to do 4 different stitches! The teacher, Devon, was very knowledgeable, gave clear instructions and was very patient, thank you :)
  • 5/5 from Anita Somner, attended Dec 2024: Lovely teacher, excellent knowledge, passionate about her craft, learned loads in the time!
  • 5/5 from Kathy Bentley, attended Nov 2024: Teacher very helpful and patient. Sufficient challenge. Shame that we didn’t realise that there are two hobby craft stores in Bournemouth
  • 5/5 from Beth Clark, attended Nov 2024: Really enjoyed the class. Devon (our instructor) was brilliantly patient and helpful. Would recommend. Feel like I could go away and give it a go now.
  • 5/5 from Helen Waller, attended Nov 2024: Devon was a fantastic teacher. Relaxed and friendly throughout, she explained very clearly, and took time with each of us to go through things individually as needed.
  • 5/5 from Sue, attended Nov 2024: A very patient and knowledgeable teacher, Devon helped me conquer the beginnings of crochet. All materials were provided and easy to use. It was good value for money and I can’t wait to keep practicing!
  • 5/5 from Lisa-Marie Pledger, attended Nov 2024: Devon was informative and patient. Very friendly. She took the time to make sure everyone understood
  • 5/5 from Lorraine Hardy, attended Oct 2024: Devon was very helpful and patient never done crochet now I can do more and ready to keep practicing
  • 4/5 from Nicole Bevan, attended Oct 2024: The class was good value for money, as we received good tuition. The tutor was informative and passionate about crochet, which was great.
  • 5/5 from Nicole Ching, attended Apr 2024: Devan is an excellent teacher, two children enjoy their crochet beginner class. Fuiyohhh Look forward to come again.
  • 5/5 from Anonymised ClassBento customer, attended Apr 2024: Having never learnt to crochet, I was keen to see what the fuss was all about. I spent a great couple of hours with some lovely ladies and came away with a good basic knowledge of how to crochet. The tutor was extremely patient and it was very obvious from her lovely personality, that she truly enjoys her job. For me the venue was extremely convenient. I would definitely recommend this class and think it represents good value for money, especially as the materials are included. I now know what the fuss is all about
  • 5/5 from Annmarie Denny, attended Apr 2024: My 10yr old wanted to learn how to crochet so I booked a group session as a family and we all learnt together. The teacher was brilliant and very patient.
  • 5/5 from Lauren Spencer, attended Apr 2024: Heather was just lovely, very patient and so talented. I liked being able to learn face to face and able to get your questions answered then and there. The small group we had meant we chatted to each other and encouraged each other. I learnt how to start and how to finish things off properly as well as actually Woking different combinations of stitches. Yes good value for money. The only thing I didn’t like was the orange wool lol but there again it served it’s purpose. I loved the crochet hook so comfortable I will be buying more of those. I will be back for more!
  • 5/5 from Jill Turner, attended Mar 2024: I've never managed to successfully wield a crochet hook but today, thanks to Heather at Hobbycraft Poole I managed to produce some crochet! I couldn't believe that the hour and a half passed so quickly. Thank you!
  • 5/5 from Carolyn Irish, attended Mar 2024: I attended a beginners crochet class on Tuesday at your Poole store. The class had 5 people which was a perfect number and enabled Heather our tutor to give us all the individual attention we needed at times! We were all given a ball of wool, a crochet hook and tote bag to take home which was great. I really enjoyed the class and the company and proudly took home my crochet sample I achieved Thanks for a great course
  • 4/5 from Jacqui Arnold, attended Jan 2024: The teacher was very good I learned a bit which was fine I need to practice with holding but it was very good i will book another lesson with one on one on
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