Amigurumi Masterclass - Three 2hr sessions £75 per person
Amigurumi is a Japanese word that loosely translates as “small and cute”, and is commonly used to describe 3D crocheted toys that are worked in a continuous spiral.
This class is aimed at crocheters who have a basic knowledge of stitches and are looking to build on their skills & knowledge base. Over the three sessions you will learn all you need to create your own amigurumi characters. Starting with a simple ball and progressing on to other shapes and designs, such as a bee, octopus or a doll.
All materials and hooks plus a pattern are included in the price of the class, but you are welcome to bring your own supplies. You will be using a 3.00mm/3.50mm crochet hook and double knit yarns.
You will learn:
Working in rounds in a continuous spiral
Pattern reading & varying formats
Magic ring & alternative start
Basic shapes
How to increase/decrease evenly
Colour changing
Shaping
Troubleshooting
Sewing & finishing techniques
Overview
Week 1 - Getting Started - Sat 14 March
Introduction to pattern formats and how to interpret them
Magic ring, getting started, basic shape ie; ball
Increasing/decreasing
Finishing off
Week 2 - starting a project - Sat 21 March
Magic ring recap
Increasing/decreasing
Colour changes
Troubleshooting
Week 3 - building on your skills - Sat 28 March
Continuing the project
Different shapes
Sewing elements
Finishing techniques
Things to remember
Spaces are limited to 5, booking is essential
Price includes a non-refundable deposit of £25.00
If you have your own hooks, feel free to bring them
Tea/coffee/water will available
The class will run from 10am to Noon
There is limited disabled parking in Green Street and Sappers Walk
Nearest car parks are in Balmoral Road, Jeffrey Street, James Street and Trafalgar Street
Gillingham train station is a 5/10 minute walk
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