Beginner crochet for men

Get started with the traditional craft of crochet - you might just find yourself hooked!


Event description:
Come along and learn a new handy skill, meet new people, and learn about the health benefits of crochet this Men's Health Awareness Month.

Learn foundational skills that will teach you how to start a crochet project and common stitches to build the body of your work. You will also learn the basics of reading patterns and understanding useful terminology, as well as how you can hold the hook and yarn.

Studies show the physical and mental benefits of crochet include:

- improved dexterity
- lowered stress and anxiety levels
- enhanced cognitive function and focus
- reducing risks of cognitive conditions, such as dementia
- boosts in serotonin and dopamine

....all while making something useful and creating opportunities to meet new people!

Event details:

Campbelltown Library - Large Meeting Room
Sunday 22 November, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Suitable for adults, but ages 12+ are welcome | $5 +BF | Bookings essential

Hooks and yarn will be available for use, but you are welcome to bring your own.

What you'll be learning:

Slip knot and chain stitch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFiueY8evJA
Single crochet stitch (US terminology): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AERuDONab00
Double crochet stitch (US terminology): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bx_5eCfONmk
Slip stitch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R5YrNUL84rg

For enquiries, please contact mdenieuwe@campbelltown.sa.gov.au

By attending this event you consent for you, and any persons you are responsible for, being photographed and/or filmed and agree that the City of Campbelltown may use the resulting photographs and film for promotional purposes, including by publishing them in print and other media. Please see one of our event staff if you do not wish to be photographed or filmed.