First Crochet Sweater
Instructor: Valerie Henderson

This fun pattern is a great introduction to creating garments using crochet! Students will take classic stitches to the next level using an origami-like technique to create a cozy cardigan for a little one. All students will make the 18-month-old size of the Squared Up Baby Jacket pattern. This pattern is ideal for self-striping yarns which leave very few ends to weave, take the guess work out of color placement, and lead to a brilliant and fun finished project!

Techniques taught include the Magic Ring, how to get gauge, joining techniques, and basic modifications including sleeve and body length.

Prerequisites:

Students should be familiar with the double crochet stitch (US term), chain stitch, and have confidence in reading a pattern. This class is considered Adventurous Beginner to Intermediate level.

Materials needed:

• 2 skeins of Urth Uneek Fingering
• 3.0mm crochet hook OR hook size required to get gauge
• Removable Stitch Markers
• Scissors
• Darning Needle
  
• Squared Up Baby Jacket by Urth Yarns (please bring printed copy to class for note taking purposes)

Materials for the class must be bought at The Craftivist. Students will receive a 10% discount on the cost of supplies for the class.

This class will be taught in person and masks are now optional. If community transmission rises we may encourage or require masks for the safety of our students and staff. Please stay home if you are feeling sick! Thanks for your support and for helping to keep our community safe.

Class Policies: Payment guarantees your spot in the class. Payment may be made in the store, over the phone, or through our website. Unless noted, supplies are not included in the class fee. Yarn must be purchased at The Craftivist. Students receive a 10% discount on materials purchased for the class. 

Cancellations: If you need to cancel your registration, store credit will be given for cancellations up to 7 days prior to the beginning of a class; no refunds will be given if the cancellation is less than 7 days. Refunds are not given for missed classes.

If we do not fill our class minimum the class will be cancelled and students will be issued a full refund. We will notify students of class cancellations at least 24 hours before the first class.