Crochet II - Origami Bag; February 24th and March 3rd, 2025

Over two sessions you will learn how to crochet granny stitch squares, incorporate colour changes, work in the round, use increases and join the squares together using the ever-beautiful surface slip stitch.  You will also learn how to fold the rectangle to create your own origami bag and add straps for easy and stylish daily use.  This bag has instructions for an optional fabric lining as well.

Prerequisites: you have completed Crochet I and/or are comfortable with chaining, single crochet, double crochet, starting and finishing off crochet projects.

When: Mondays, February 24th and March 3rd, from 7-9pm

Materials needed:

•  5.00mm hook.
• 1 x 100g of a light worsted weight (no. 4) yarn or a heavier DK (No. 3) yarn.  No dark colours or variegated /textured yarn please for ease of learning (mild tweed or heathered yarn will still work well). 
• 2 - 4 x 50g various complimentary colours of a light worsted weight (no. 4) yarn or a heavier DK (No. 3) yarn.
• 1 pompom
• At least one stitch marker
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Optional: one 13” x 37 ½” rectangle of cotton or other suitable fabric for lining.
  Suggested Yarns:
• Berroco Comfort
• Berroco Vintage
• Istex Lettlopi

All class materials can be purchased at Galt House of Yarn, though you may bring your own. This class occurs after hours and the cash register will be closed. Please purchase items in advance.

Cost: $45

Cancellations and Refunds: If there is insufficient registration for the class (minimum 3 participants), you will be notified at least 2 days before the start of class and your full fee refunded. If you wish to withdraw from the class entirely, you must contact Galt House of Yarn at least 2 business days before the start of classes to obtain a refund. We regret that there are no refunds for class absences or make-up sessions.