My beginners crochet course, consists of four, two hour classes where you will get to grips with all the basics needed to get you competent and confident in the art of crochet.

Tuesdays 10:00-12:00pm – starting 13/01/26.
Saturdays 10:00-12:00pm – starting 17/01/26.
Fridays 10:00-12:00pm – starting 27/02/26.

All three courses are taking place at Farnham Maltings (Farnham, Surrey). Scroll down for all dates & times.

About this learn to crochet course

I have developed a special project that covers starting off, chaining, the basic stitches and joining motifs together for a finished item.

This learn to crochet course is for you if you are :

a complete beginner and you’ve never even picked up a hook.
someone that has dabbled in crochet but never really got to grips with it.
someone that may have crocheted many years ago but need refreshing on the basic techniques.
self-taught from the internet but want to make sure you’re not picking up any bad habits.

As well as my expert guidance and hands on practical work, the course includes detailed class notes with photo tutorials AND everything you need, including hook, yarn, needles, stitch markers and a handy project bag.

You’ll be making a small item which will teach you how to make a traditional and solid granny square.
You will learn all the essential techniques that can be applied to most basic projects such as:

choosing the right size hook and yarn.
how to hold your hook and yarn.
chaining.
slip stitch, single & double crochet.
crochet chart symbols.
how to make a square.
how to change colours.
how to join motifs using sewing and crochet.
how to make a cord.
how to finish off.

Learn to Crochet Course – Tuesday Morning Dates starting January 2026

Week 1*: Tuesday 13th January 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 2: Tuesday 20th January 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 3: Tuesday 27th January 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 4: Tuesday 3rd February 2026, 10am-12pm

*IMPORTANT – Week 1 is compulsory. Please read the Q&As for more information.

Learn to Crochet Course – Saturday Morning Dates starting January 2026

Week 1*: Saturday 17th January 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 2: Saturday 24th January 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 3: Saturday 31th January 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 4: Saturday 7th February 2026, 10am-12pm

*IMPORTANT – Week 1 is compulsory. Please read the Q&As for more information.

Learn to Crochet Course – Friday Morning Dates starting February 2026

Week 1*: Friday 27th February 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 2: Friday 6th March 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 3: Friday 13th March 2026, 10am-12pm
Week 4: Friday 20th March 2026, 10am-12pm

*IMPORTANT – Week 1 is compulsory. Please read the Q&As for more information.

What you might want to bring

Notepad & pen.
Scissors.
Drink.
Reading glasses if you wear them.

This is a great way to learn a new hobby in a friendly setting where you can meet other students with similar interests as well as supporting your local arts centre.

Venue

Farnham Maltings
Bridge Square,
Farnham,
Surrey,
GU9 7QR

Parking

The Maltings have a large pay & display car park – please ensure you pay for enough parking time to cover the duration of the course.

Booking

Please book directly through Farnham Maltings: CLICK HERE

FAQ

Q: Why is the course 4 weeks long?
A : I have seen many day classes and classes that are a couple of hours long, promising to teach you to crochet. Of course there are some that can pick things up very quickly, but a key element of learning to crochet is muscle memory… this is very difficult to achieve in a short, one off class. In fact, a large percentage of my students had previously attended these kinds of classes and not quite managed to commit the techniques to memory. My immersive courses allow you to go home and practice what you’ve learnt in class and come back to me the following week for help with anything you’re unsure of. This 4 week structure really allows the skills to sink in and stick!

Q: Do I need to practice between classes?
A : Definitely! Learning to crochet requires repetition to build muscle memory. Practicing between classes will enable you to get the most out of the course.

Q: I would like to attend your course but I am not able to make all the classes.
A : You can still get a lot out of the course, even if you have to skip some of the weeks, however, Week 1 & Week 2 are mandatory. It’s very difficult for me to re-teach a whole missed class for one student and then fit in the content for the scheduled class. I have tried to do this in the past and ends up being unsatisfactory for the the student trying to catch up and also for the other students who didn’t miss a class. You will be sent class notes and videos (where applicable) for any classes missed and I’m happy to help via email/WhatsApp. The full cost of the course also applies, even if you can only make some of the classes.

Q: Is this class suitable for children (under 18s)?
A: This is not a straightforward answer, please click this link to read my full policy on teaching children.

Q: I do not need the starter kit as I have my own yarn and hooks.
A: After many years of teaching crochet to beginners, I have found that the hooks and yarn used make a massive difference to how easily the student picks up the technique and how much they enjoy the experience. Students that bring unsuitable equipment invariably end up frustrated so I have made the decision to provide and include all the materials in the cost of the course.

Q: I am a knitter. I’d like to crochet but I’m worried I won’t be able to.
A: Yes, I have come across this concern many times. There still seems to be a misconception that you either knit or crochet… of course you can do both! Often those with previous experience of knitting or other types of handicrafts can find picking up a new skill relatively easy.

Q: I use a wheelchair, is there wheelchair access to the studio?
A: Please check with Farnham Maltings.

Q: The dates of this course don’t suit me, will you be running another course and if so, when?
A: Yes, I run my beginners classes regularly. The best way to stay up to date with my courses is to sign up to my newsletter here: Mezzacraft Newsletter .

Q: What are your terms & conditions?
A: Please read our full terms and conditions here: Terms & Conditions

Learn to Crochet Farnham – Various Dates – Starting 13/01/26, 17/01/26 or 27/2/26