Learn essential crochet techniques in this 7 week class. You will learn to read patterns and different crocheting techniques while creating unique textiles. We’ll focus on skill building, creating swatches or a sampler scarf. Patterns will be provided. No class 6/19/25 Required materials A starter kit of materials will be purchased directly from the instructor at the first class for $20. This kit includes two crochet hooks (4.0 mm and 5.0 mm), stitch markers, a tapestry needle, 50 g of worsted weight tube yarn, and worsted weight cotton yarn in two colors (50 g each). Additional required materials Small scissors – You can look for “embroidery scissors” or “snips”, but any relatively small pair of scissors is fine. Pen or pencil Highlighter Bag for your crochet supplies – a basic tote bag is fine, you don't need anything specialized. Optional materials More yarn – Additional yarn will be provided each week as needed in class. For the optional sampler scarf project, a limited selection of free yarn will be provided, but if you would like a different yarn to make your scarf with, you may purchase that independently. Please wait until after the first class to acquire additional yarn. Crochet hook(s) appropriate for your additional yarn. Other sizes of crochet hooks will be provided for in-class use as needed, but if you want your own, you will need to purchase it. Please view our refund policy at artstudio.berkeley.edu/faqs