Workshop 24: Getting into Garments (Morris & Sons)

Using Susan’s patterns, attendees will learn how to work with crochet garment patterns to achieve great fit for YOUR body! Come away with the principles of “Crochet Fit-Ness” to apply to other patterns.

Before the conference students will receive:

• sizing & yarn information, schematic diagram and swatching instructions for all 3 designs
• individual coupon code to purchase all 3 patterns from Ravelry as a discounted bundle.

Students will choose 1 of these designs to work with and make 2 swatches to bring to class (using indicated hook and yarn, or closest yarn substitute that you hope to use for the project).

This is a hands-on workshop to prepare your garment project for “Crochet Fit-Ness” success (but does not involve much crocheting during the session – it's more about practical measuring, math, learning factors that affect fit-ness and applying learned principles).

The class will combine group discussion with some individual feedback/advice & the practical activity of taking body measurements and be supported by Power Point slide presentation/projected laptop display.

During the workshop students will receive:

• worksheets for a systematic approach (and examples of math)
• feedback on swatches (gauge/stitch technique)
• tips for how to take body measurements and understand sizing
• information re factors affecting fit (includes handout)
• slide presentation with support material as we move through the steps/activities and group discussion.

At the end of the class students will:

• have the tools and knowledge for great “Fit-Ness” of their chosen design & be ready to dive in to making their project with confidence!
• broader learning of all principles from group discussions regarding all 3 garments.

Please bring the following to workshop:

• printed handouts for chosen design that were emailed to you before class
• prepared swatches (see Topic notes above)
• the ball band of the yarn used
• hook size used to make the swatches (and 1 hook size up & down)
• flexible tape measure
• a rule to measure gauge
• notebook & pen
• sense of humour

Please note: This session will be delivered in-person only - no online offering will be made available.

Sessions run concurrently on each day, so please only choose one full-day session OR no more than one each morning or afternoon sessions per day! 

Please read our event terms including cancellation and privacy policy before booking.