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  1. 02-02-2004, 09:19 AM #1
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    Default taking a beginner's crochet class

    Our local yarn/material shop has a beginner's crochet class. They hold 3 classes (2 hrs each). I'm hoping that it's fun. The owner says the group usually branches into their own crochet group in between classes at her store, so I am hoping I can meet some fun people.

    I'm definitely a beginner, but I hope this class isn't going to be one hour of making a chain and another hour of selecting yarn. kwim?

    We'll see and I'll share about it when I get back tonight. I'm thrilled that it's from 7-9pm. Perfect hours for me to have some time to myself and do something I really enjoy.
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  2. 02-02-2004, 09:31 AM #2
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    WTG Sara, I hope it goes well. There is nothing like taking a class to learn even more about something you enjoy doing. Have fun!!
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  3. 02-02-2004, 09:39 AM #3
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    I'm pretty excited about it. If I ever get off my butt and get a machine, they have quilting classes too. Quilting is so huge here. There are so many classes and there's a fiber arts guild. I have got to get a machine sometime.

    I wish the fiber arts guild did crochet, but they are knitters. I might try knitting again. I could do basic stitches in knit years ago, but haven't tried in yrs.
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    You know, I found knitting much easier to learn than crocheting. Although I'm enjoying the crocheting, I think I like knitting better. Of course, nothing beats quilting though.
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  5. 02-02-2004, 11:56 AM #5
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    WTG Sara! I'm glad you found a class close by. I can't wait to hear how you liked it. Have fun!
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    I'm back from my first crochet class and it was great! The two hours flew right by. It's a basic class that goes through the basic stitches and I am so glad I decided to go.

    There are only 5 of us there and it was nice because we're all just starting out.

    They all knit and I don't, but that's ok. I may try the beginner's knitting class. lol

    My main reason for being so happy is that I already learned some mistakes that I was making. I knew that I had some troubles working into the last and right first stitches. It only took her to show me and I feel so great about it. That alone was worth it.

    The store is only 2 minutes from home and it was so nice to just get out. I haven't done anything besides shopping alone since having Alexandra.

    There aren't any crochet groups here really, but tons of knitting groups. I've been thinking it would be nice to try knitting and then get into a group.
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    So glad you had fun Sara AND learned lots! I think it's great you are getting some "me" time!! Enjoy!!
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    Oh Sara I am so excited for you!! I think it's wonderful that you got to actually see stitches from an experienced crocheter, and that she was able to help you!!

    I also agree with Heather, it's double terrific that you are getting some Sara time!!

    Have fun and enjoy!!
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    Sara, I'm so glad you got some "me" time and had fun while you did. That is so neat!!
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    Good for you Sara !
    Learning something (anything) new is fun & meeting some new people with simalar interests is a plus !
    Have a great time at these classes and enjoy the time away from chores !!!!!!!!
    Have a great time making all of the new projects you'll soon be doing !!!!!
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    I'm so glad you went and had some time to do something fun.

    Being shown, with the person right next to you, makes it so much easier to understand! I'm glad you 'got it'!
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    Good for you Sara! Glad it is a small class, lots of individual attention. Enjoy!
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    SOunds like you had a great time Sara!! I am so glad you went and that you enjoyed it so much. Are you going to go back again?
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    Sounds like a lot of fun! I would love to do that. I know our local quilting store (which I LOVE) has begginners knitting, tatting and smocking classes. I just never have gotten there for it.
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    That sounds like sooooo much fun Sara. I'm so glad you did that. Now you'll be posting all of your finished projects and doing tutorials before you know it

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