Absolute Beginner Crochet-along | Back Loop Shoulder Bag (2 & 9 May)

We’re crocheting . . .

A shoulder bag!!

A small bag for when all you need is your phone, a purse and a couple of essentials.

Begin your adventure into the wonderful world of crochet with this useful make which focuses on some of the absolute basic techniques and skills required for crocheting in the round. There's just 1 stitch to master and use to create interest and simple texture, lots of repetition and after just a few hours work you'll have a fabulous bag for your next night out!

This crochet-along is suitable for . . .

Absolute beginners & beyond!

Refreshing forgotten skills

Crochet skills and techniques we’ll try . . .

Making a foundation row!

Crochet in the round

Single crochet (US terms)

Creating texture

Making an I-cord strap

Invisible joins and tips for neat finishing

Following a crochet pattern

What you’ll need to bring . . .

A 6.0mm crochet hook

Chunky ribbon yarn or cord (approximately 250g)*

A feature button approximately 64 ligne (40mm)

Stitch markers

*I used Hoooked Ribbon XL Solids. If you are using something else you may use less or more!

What’s included/ provided . . .

The crochet pattern

I have stitch markers, scissors and needles to borrow, but you’re welcome to bring your own

Tea and treats (crafting essentials)

When & where?

Saturday 2 & 9 May, 10:00-13:00

You must be available on both dates and there may be a little homework in between!

Classes take place in The Summerhouse with a maximum of 3 guests!

Sew Silly Lily

I'm Sharon, a graduate of Glasgow School of Art with a lifelong passion for textiles, craft and design.

I’m a fidget! I love to tinker and flit between multiple crafts including stitch, embroidery, crochet, felting, needle-felting, papermaking, textile & paper collage, wire art.

Refund Requests

I have a no refunds policy, but I will look at requests on a case by case basis.

Changing your mind or realising you cannot attend after booking are not valid reasons for refund.

Refund of payment (less Eventbrite fee) for a class will be given for cancellations only if the spot can be filled, minus a 10% admin fee.