Have you been wanting to learn how to crochet? This class is the perfect place to start!

In this relaxed, beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn the basic stitches and techniques needed to create a beautiful, textured headband using soft alpaca yarn. This project is designed to help you build confidence while creating something you’ll be proud to wear or gift.

We’ll guide you step-by-step through:

• How to hold your hook and yarn
• Basic stitches including chain, single crochet, half double crochet, and double crochet
• Working in the round
• Creating texture using simple stitch variations
• Finishing your project neatly

By the end of class, you’ll have a well-started headband (and many students finish during class) along with the skills to continue crocheting on your own.

✨ No experience necessary

Enjoy a cozy, creative afternoon surrounded by fiber, color, and a few laughs along the way.

Included in Fee

One skein of Classic Alpaca Yarn, 100% alpaca, is needed to make the headband and is included in the fee for this class. You can choose the yarn you'd like to use on the day of class, or search Classic Alpaca Yarn on our website and include your color choice in note when checking out.

Need to Bring (or purchase with class)

You will need to bring a Size G – 4.0 mm hook to class. Or you may opt to purchase a hook here and have it ready for you when you come to class, if you wish.

Nice to Have

The Crochet Pocket Guide is a very handy reference guide. It's not necessary for this class, but there is an option to add it if desired. It's a laminated, pocket-size encyclopedia with the most popular stitches pictured and described, from single crochet, half double, double, and treble crochet to clusters, popcorns, shells, cables, post stitches, and much more!

Class Time

Class will begin at 1pm and finish about 3;30pm.

Age Guidelines

This class is designed for participants ages 16 and older. Youth ages 12–15 are welcome to attend when registered with an adult companion who is also enrolled in the class.

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Helpful Resources

You do not need to review these ahead of time, but some students find them helpful:

• How to Crochet
• Weaving in Ends
• How to Read a Crochet Pattern

Explore More Fiber Arts Classes at Alpaca Meadows

This workshop is part of our ongoing series of hands-on Fiber Arts Classes at Alpaca Meadows in Mansfield, Ohio. We offer small-group instruction in needle felting, wet felting, knitting, crochet, spinning, and seasonal creative projects throughout the year. View our full Fiber Arts Class Schedule to see upcoming workshops and events at the farm.