Virtual Crochet Along Advanced Round Crochet Cushion

As this crochet along is aimed at more experienced crocheters we are going to run it a little differently, every week there will be a short session where Karen will introduce the section of the pattern that we are working on and answer any questions you may have rather than demonstrating every round step-by-step. This will allow the speedy crocheters not to be held back and the slower ones not to feel pressured allowing you all to work at an enjoyable pace. There will then be a more social aspect to the rest of the session allowing you to share what you are up to and have a natter.

We will also be setting up a group on facebook to share images of you work and ask for help where needed. This can also be done through email for you sensible non-facebookers out there.

We will need to see how this goes as we haven't run it before so it may take more sessions, we will work this out as we go.

Experienced crocheters who fancy a challenge - and it is one!

This cushion can be worked up in any thickness of yarn but they should all be one thickness, ie. all dk, all aran, all chunky. I have made a chunky version and it came out at a size to fir a 21" cushion inner so I would advise not going any thicker than chunky unless you want a really BIG cushion. Obviously you will need your favourite hook in an appropriate size for your yarn and tension.

Wool - We sell all shades of Stylecraft Special DK, Stylecraft Bellissima DK, and most Stylecraft Special Chunky and we are taking online orders via email, phone, or facebook message for delivery or safe pick up from the studio and pre-agreed time slot (click and collect). Please give us as much notice as you if ordering from us as we are getting lots of orders at the moment and there is only Karen to pick and pack at the moment.

You may want to make two and sew them together or if one is enough of a challenge then I can advise how to complete the cushion cover using a felt liner and envelope back without using a sewing machine!

You will also need a method to get online (phone, tablet, computer), a free download of zoom software and a clear space to work we suggest a kitchen table, desk or worktop.

All the skills you learn, your completed cushion cover, your pattern and a sense of satisfaction of having challenged yourself. You may not want to make more it depends how much you like crochet that makes you concentrate. I enjoyed making them and have made a few but I found it impossible to multitask without making mistakes therefore it is a great project to take your mind off everything else but not great to do while watching tv.