Crochet for Wellbeing

Course information

Knitting and crochet are both considered to be meditative activities that can help to reduce stress and anxiety. The repetitive motions involved in knitting and crochet can help to calm the mind and promote a sense of relaxation.

Many people enjoy crochet as a way to connect with others who share the same interest. Joining a crochet group can provide an opportunity to socialize and connect with others, which can be beneficial for mental health and overall well-being.

Crochet involves complex hand movements and the use of spatial reasoning skills, which can help to keep the brain active and engaged.

What You Will Learn

• How to hold the hook
• How to start with a chain cast on
• How to hold the yarn
• Placement of the hook to move forward with the next row
• Single crochet stitch
• Double crochet stitch
• Understand and read patterns
• Learning the symbols and terminology
• Granny squares for blankets and clothing
• Shell stitch
• Ripple stitch
• Linen stitch

Entry Requirements

£10 cost for materials which will cover a bespoke handmade bamboo crochet hook, the yarn, written instructions, visual instructions, symbol sheet and a us/uk conversion sheet.

Progression

Following on from this course, you may opt to take the Access to Creative Arts course available at the college to support you with progressing onto a higher education Art Degree.

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