Welcome crochet newbies! Have you always wanted to crochet but find it intimidating to start? Sign up for this online course that includes a kit with all the materials you need to get started. Each kit will include the following: Download code for the Zero to Crochet online course 2 skeins of wool, just choose your colour (enough for all 3 projects in the course) 5.0mm crochet hook Set of lockable stitch markers Tapestry needle Wondering what's inside the course? This Zero to Crochet course uses a series of guided projects taking a calm approach to building the foundatons you need before moving on to the next level. You'll start by learning how to choose a hook that's right for you, learning about ball bands and mastering the chain stitch. Then it's time to start on project one a fingerless mitt pattern in single crochet that will have you wondering why you've never tried crochet before! From here you'll learn how to work in the round before taking on crochet increases by creating this stunning ruffley flower. Makers love these as accessories or to create stunning crochet bouquets that last forever. Finally, we move on together to the well loved granny square! You might raise your eyebrow but the granny square is the basis of many a crochet shawl or blanket. Master this and your next crochet project could be a beautiful shawl in complimentary colours or a cosy throw to keep you warm on cold winter days. As an extra bonus Aoibhe has included her professional finishing approach to projects so you can finish you projects with confidence along with videos on: Tension Theory Yarnovers Losing Stitches Gaining Stitches Too many loops on your hook Rows and rounds Picot Edging and more! All patterns are included with the course and Aoibhe is available to answer any questions you might have along the way so you should never feel unable to finish a project. With over 3 hours in videos, all broken up into bite sized bits over the course of 30 lessons, this covers it all! Just take it at your own pace. Are you ready to start your crochet journey? Just choose the colours for your kit now! There are two different types of wool to choose from: SUPER SHEEP ARAN: This is some of my own hand dyed on lovely and soft British Bluefaced Leicester. Spoil yourself from the start! THE CROFT: A great workhorse yarn, 100% Shetland machine washable wool. Your Instructor: Aoibhe Ni (pronounced AY-vah NEE) is a Tunisian Crochet designer from Ireland. Crocheting for over 30 years and designing professionally for ten, Aoibhe's signature patterns have been featured in books and magazines internationally, and has taught students from all over the UK and Ireland. A pioneer of the “Short Hook” Tunisian crochet method for both lace and colour work shawls, Aoibhe is also known to dabble in amigurumi, traditional crochet, and knitting. Aoibhe doesn’t believe in mistakes, instead calling them “alternative methods” and loves to see her patterns adapted and altered by those who make them.
