In this class, you will learn the basics of crochet, from the slip stitch to the double crochet. We will also cover pattern reading, as well as learning key terms and abbreviations of the crochet world. Three weekly sessions.

Make a traditional Estonian scarf of your very own. With a workbook as a resource text, we will cover every step in the process, from yarn and needle selection, casting on, and making the distinctive nupps to binding off, sewing on the edging and blocking. Try your hand at sewing on the edging in the traditional manner and learn how to pick up stitches to give your edging a more modern look.

At a recent ThreadBear retreat one quilter was finishing up a Mexican Star Dance quilt and there was a lot of excitement about the subtly curvy, elegant blocks. Let?s get together on May 28th and learn the unusual curve technique for making this show-stopping quilt.