Fiber Arts
Crochet Techniques - Amigurumi
Meeting Times
- Mon, 8/7/2023 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Mon, 8/14/2023 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Mon, 8/7/2023 - Mon, 8/14/2023
Closed
About
This class is for those who have a basic knowledge of crochet but have not done crochet amigurumi before.
- You will start by learning how to increase and decrease with single crochet to shape the fabric. You will also learn how to change colors and review how to start and fasten off (finish).
- You will then start the project, working during the first session to create the body of the bird. In the second session you will stuff and close the body, then make the nose, tail, wings, and feet for you to attach to the body.
Project
You will crochet a 4-inch goldfinch.
Materials
The $10 material fee included in the price of the class includes worsted-weight cotton yarn, polyester stuffing, craft wire, and safety eyes.
In addition, you should bring:
- A copy of the Little Goldfinch Bird Amigurumi pattern (available on Ravelry for $6 at https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/little-goldfinch-bird-amigurumi)
- 3.75 mm crochet hook (US size F/5)
- Tapestry needle for attaching wings and tail
- Needle-nose pliers for making the feet
Prerequisites
You should be able to do basic crochet stitches (Crochet 101 or equivalent).
Class Policies
- Ages 14 and up are welcome.
BARN Policies
- View BARN's Cancellation and Refund Policy
- View BARN's current COVID-19 health and safety protocols.
- BARN is committed to accessibility. Tuition Assistance is available. Fill out the application before registering.
- Makerspaces like BARN can be noisy and cluttered, smell strongly, and have bright or flickering lights. We try to make accommodations when requested; the earlier you contact us, the more likely we can help. Please email accessibility@bainbridgebarn.org to find out more or request an accommodation.
- For those who might need physical assistance, learn more about BARN's Companion Program.
Instructors or Guides
Robyn Weimer
Robyn learned to crochet from her grandmother in high school, along with many other needle arts including macrame, needlepoint, crewel, and cross stitch. She did many crochet projects over several years, until her children and career squeezed out the time to continue. After retiring in 2019, she resumed crochet and other needle arts and gratefully found that the muscle memory came back quickly. After moving back to the Pacific Northwest in 2021, she joined BARN and now participates in the Fiber Arts, Woodworking, and Tech Lab studios. She’s interested in learning new skills and finding opportunities for cross-studio collaboration.
