Beginning crochet class to be held at Greenwood library

If you have no experience in crocheting but would like to learn how to crochet, an upcoming class is for you. You are someone who has never crocheted or maybetriedyearsagobutreallydon’tknow/understand how it is done – yep! This class is for you.

Pat Bell will host a “Beginner Basics” crochet class on Fridays, March 7, 14, 21, and 28, from 4-6 p.m. at the Greenwood Area Library.

You will be crocheting two place mats (more if you finish early and have enough yarn left over).

There is no cost to attend the class, but you will need to purchase your own supplies. The supplies you will need include: — Hook: anywhere from a 4 mm to a 4.5 mm (hence a 4 mm, 4.25 mm, or a 4.5 mm).

— One sewing needle (has a sharp end and is metal) with a very large eye (used to weave in ends), no plastic crochet needle.

— Scissors. — Two colors of worsted acrylic yarn (no bulky/large/heavy weight yarn, and no black or very dark colors). You will need approximately three skeins; hence approximately 1,025–1,225 yards of yarn. (Also, using a variegated yarn in this project adds interest.)

You will learn how to crochet: a chain (all crocheting is based off of a chain), single crochet, change colors, weave in ends, and add a simple edge to your place mats.

Take note: This class is based on you doing crocheting homework outside of the class sessions, in order to finish your place mats by the end of four weeks of class.

Participants are also asked to register for the class ahead of time by emailing Amber Brill at director@greenwoodarealibrary.org calling the library at 715-267-7103.