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| Date | - |
|---|---|
| Sessions | Thursdays: 1pm - 3pm |
| No. sessions | 5 |
| Venue | Worksop Library, Worksop |
| For ages | 19+ |
| Group size | 5 - 15 |
| Cost | FREE - £40 |
Take your crochet skills further with this five-week “Next Steps” course designed for those who already know the basics. You’ll build confidence by learning how to crochet in the round using soft chenille yarn to create a simple amigurumi figure, explore a new granny square or blanket motif, and finish by planning and starting your own crochet project with tutor support. This course is a relaxed, creative way to expand your crochet techniques while working on projects you’ll love.
Over the five sessions, you’ll develop your existing crochet skills through guided projects and individual support.
In Week 1, you’ll refresh your core techniques and learn how to crochet in the round using increases and decreases to shape a small amigurumi design. The use of soft chenille yarn will allow for quick results and an enjoyable, tactile project.
In Week 2, you’ll explore a new granny square, experimenting with colour combinations.
In Week 3 you will make a simple crochet flower to use as a brooch or to attach to a hat.
In Week 4, 5 you’ll bring along a project idea of your choice — perhaps a pattern you’ve always wanted to try — and your tutor will guide you through reading, planning, and starting your chosen piece, helping you build the confidence to continue it independently after the course.
Some experience of basic crocheting (chain, double crochet, treble crochet, and working in the round) is required.
Resources required:
Crochet hooks (sizes 4mm and 8mm)
Chenille and DK yarn – Light colours of choice
Scissors and a darning needle for finishing
Stitch markers (optional)
Please note there is no session on 12/11/2026.
Funding and Fees
If you receive certain benefits, you may be able to take the course for free.
If money is stopping you from enrolling, please visit our funding page to see what help is available.
Living in England
To book and join one of our courses, you must live in England permanently and either:
Live inside the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) area (Nottinghamshire or Derbyshire)
or
Live outside the devolved areas listed below
You cannot enrol if you live in these devolved areas:
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA)
Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
North East Combined Authority
South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority
Tees Valley Combined Authority
West Midlands Combined Authority
West of England Combined Authority
West Yorkshire Combined Authority
Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority
York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority
Hull and East Yorkshire
Greater Lincolnshire
Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority
Cornwall Council
Lancashire Combined County Authority
Buckinghamshire Council
Residency Requirements (Additional Information)
If you live in the UK on a visa, we’ll need evidence of your visa to confirm funding. You can upload this when applying, and you’ll need to complete a short questionnaire.
Some exceptions include:
Your visa must last until after your course ends.
Asylum seekers must have lived in the UK for at least 6 months while their claim is being processed.
You are supported by your local authority under Section 23C or 23CA of the Children Act 1989, or under the Care Act 2014.
Anyone who does not meet the funding criteria would need to pay full course fees.
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