Do you want to learn how to crochet, or improve your skills?
Classes range from beginner to advanced with everything in between. Learn to make soft toys, decorative mandalas and cosy winter hats. Available in individual sessions or as a group class, I offer one-off workshops as well as on-going courses.
All tools and materials will be provided in the price of the workshop. I am based in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, and happy to travel.
I understand the fear of starting something new, worrying that you are going to embarrass yourself in front of a group of strangers. But this is not school, there are no exams, and I encourage talking in class and bringing along tea/ coffee and snacks.
I welcome anyone from any background and ability, and am very patient and encouraging with anyone who comes along with self doubt. I have had people come along to classes convinced they are going to fail, however no-one has left one of my classes without learning the basics.
Check out some of the workshops I offer below:
Crochet Christmas Snowman Workshop: Beginners and improvers welcome.
Saturday 22nd November
11am – 1pm
£25
To book message Laura @rosegiftstudios , 07738 029459
Crochet Course at Cloughmills:
Beginners and improvers welcome the crochet classes at the Portacabin at St Brigid’s primary school.
From Monday 20th October for 5 weeks.
7pm-8.30pm
£30
To book message Maggie May McGuckien on Facebook
Beginners and improvers welcome the crochet classes at the Portacabin at St Brigid’s primary school.
From Monday 20th October for 5 weeks.
7pm-8.30pm
£30
To book message Maggie May McGuckien on Facebook
Crochet Snowman Workshop:
Improvers and experienced crocheters welcome to this amigurumi Christmas workshop at Midtown Makers.
Saturday 1st November
10.30am – 12.30pm
£30
Crochet Halloween pumpkin workshop: Halloween crochet workshop? Yes please! Join me at Midtown Makers for a morning of pumpkin making with a difference. I will teach you how to crochet your own pumpkin decoration and stitch on a spooky face.
Beginners and improvers welcome. All materials included, however feel free to bring your own size 6mm hook if you prefer. Includes tea/coffee and biscuits.
Saturday 4th October
10.30am – 12.30pm
£25
Crochet Autumn pumpkin wreath workshop: Beginners and improvers welcome.The crochet workshops at Rosegift Studios have been so popular we have some more for you!
We will be making a mini pumpkin, leaves, and optional ghost and sewing them on to a wreath.
Saturday 20th September
11am-1pm
£30
To book message @rosegiftstudios
Learn to Crochet Course: Beginners and improvers welcome.
Join me at the Old School House, Cushendall to learn how to crochet in this 6 week course.
Date: Wednesday 17th September for 6 weeks 2025.
Time: 7pm -9pm
Location: Old School House, Cushendall
Contact: Shauna at the CDG office on (028) 21771378
Learn to Crochet with Recycled T-Shirt Yarn: Beginners and improvers welcome.
Join me at Midtown Makers this August Craft Month to learn how to crochet a stylish necklace using recycled t-shirt yarn.
Join me at Midtown Makers this August Craft Month to learn how to crochet a stylish necklace using recycled t-shirt yarn.
Date: Saturday 9th August 2025. Time: 10.30am -12.30pm Location: Midtown Makers, 51 Church Street, Ballymena, BT43 6DD
Beginners Crochet Cactus Workshop:
Join me for a Beginners Crochet workshop at Rosegift Studios, Portglenone to make a crochet cactus. DATE: Saturday 16th August, 11am -1pm.
£25 per person, which included all tools and materials, as well as a hot drink and a traybake 😋
Drop Laura at @rosegiftstudios a message to book your place.
Crochet Classess: beginners and improvers.
Learn a new skill or take your next steps in crochet with this 5 week course. Learn how to change colour, read a pattern, and grow your skills. Date: Monday’s in June 2025. Time: 7pm – 8.30pm Location: Cloughmills community centre, NI
Beginners Crochet Cactus Workshop:
Join me for a Beginners Crochet workshop at Rosegift Studios, Portglenone to make a crochet cactus. DATE: Saturday 14th June, 11am -1pm.
£25 per person, which included all tools and materials, as well as a hot drink and a traybake 😋
Drop Laura at @rosegiftstudios a message to book your place.
Crochet Classess: beginners and improvers.
Learn a new skill or take your next steps in crochet with this 5 week course. Learn how to change colour, read a pattern, and grow your skills. Date: Monday 28th April, 5th, 12th May, 2nd, 9th June 2025. Time: 7pm – 8.30pm Location: Cloughmills community centre, NI
Crochet Improvers: 3 Part Course
Take your next steps in crochet with this 3 part improvers course. Learn how to change colour, read a pattern and grow your skills. Date: Saturday 5th, 12th, 19th April 2025 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Crochet Beginners and Improvers
Take your first or next steps in crochet with this 5 part beginners course. Learn how the stitches and grow your skills. Date: Monday 3rd, 10th, Tues 18th, Mon 24th, 31st March 2025 Time: 7pm – 8.30pm Location: Cloughmills Community Centre, NI
Multiply Programme: Free Learn to Crochet Course 2025
Learn to crochet all the basic stitches, follow a pattern, and make a project you can take home. This workshop is suitable for beginners. Must not have GCSE/equivalent Grade C or above.
Date: Starts: 22nd February for 4 weeks Time: 10.30am – 1pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Crochet Beginners: 3 Part Course
Learn to crochet with this 3 part beginners course. Date: Saturday 18th, 25th Jan, 1st Feb 2025 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Previous Workshops:
Crochet Christmas Paperchain Workshop
Learn to crochet your own ‘yarnchain’ Christmas decoration in time for the festive season. This workshop is suitable for beginners and experienced crocheters. Date: Saturday 16th November 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Multiply Programme: Free Learn to Crochet Course
Learn to crochet all the basic stitches, follow a pattern, and make a project you can take home. This workshop is suitable for beginners. Must not have GCSE/equivalent Grade C or above.
Date: Starts: 15th November for 5 weeks Time: 1.30pm – 4pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
To book email: Multiply@midandeastantrim.gov.uk
Crochet Pumpkin Workshop
Learn to crochet your own small decorative pumpkin in time for the autumn season. This workshop is suitable for beginners and experienced crocheters. Date: Saturday 5th October 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Crochet Pumpkin Workshop
Learn to crochet your own small decorative pumpkin in time for the autumn season. This workshop is suitable for beginners and experienced crocheters. Includes tea/coffee and a traybake.
Date: Saturday 12th October 2024 Time: 11am – 1pm Location: Rosegift Studios, 54 Main Street, Portglenone.
To book message https://www.instagram.com/rosegiftsstudios or https://www.facebook.com/rosegiftcottagecrafts
Crochet Beginners for Wellbeing Workshop
Learn the art of crochet and how it can benefit your mental health and wellbeing. No experience necessary, just bring yourself and a positive attitude. Connect with like-minded individuals and unwind in a relaxed setting. Cost = Free as iAM projects are all funded. Message https://www.facebook.com/theiamproject.co.uk to book.
Date: Saturday 26th October 2024 Time: 11am – 1pm Location: Ballycastle Bowling Club, NI
Kids Crochet Workshop
New 5 week course for the Glenravel community. Date: Thursday 24th October 2024 Time: 6pm-7pm Location: Glenravel Community Hub, Martinstown, NI
Adults Crochet Workshop
New 5 week course for the Glenravel community. Date: Thursday 24th October 2024 Time: 7pm-9pm Location: Glenravel Community Hub, Martinstown, NI
Crochet Improvers Workshop
Take your next steps in crochet, go over the basics, start to follow simple patterns and connect with like-minded individuals and unwind in a relaxed setting. Date: Saturday 28th September 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Crochet for Wellbeing Workshop– Celebrate August Craft Month NI with us!
Learn the art of crochet and how it can benefit your mental health and wellbeing. No experience necessary, just bring yourself and a positive attitude. Connect with like-minded individuals and unwind in a relaxed setting. Date: Saturday 10th August 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Beginners and Improvers Crochet – Progress your crochet skills with this workshop by learning pattern reading, increasing/decreasing, and new stitches and techniques such as bobbles, shells, and in the round. Start your own crochet tote bag project.
Date: Saturday 20th July 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Beginners and Improvers Crochet – During this workshop, I will guide you through the basics of crochet. I will teach you techniques, and tips to create beautiful projects. Already know the basics? Progress your crochet skills with this workshop by learning pattern reading, increasing/decreasing, and new stitches and techniques such as bobbles, shells, and in the round. Date: Saturday 8th June 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Crochet Soft Toy (Amigurumi) Workshop. Learn the Japanese crochet method of amigurumi, to make soft toys. I will guide you to create your own soft toy pig. To take part in this workshop you’ll already know the basics of crochet. Date: Saturday 18th May 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Beginners Crochet Workshop. During this crochet beginners workshop, I will guide you through the basics of crochet. I will teach you techniques, and tips to create beautiful projects. Date: Saturday 27th April 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
During this crochet beginners workshop, I will guide you through the basics of crochet. I will teach you techniques, and tips to create beautiful projects. Date: Saturday 30th March 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
During this workshop, I will guide you through how to follow a crochet pattern, and start a project to take away and complete at home. To take part in this workshop you’ll already know the basics of crochet. Date: Saturday 16th March 2024 Time: 10:30am – 12.30pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS, Ballymena, NI
Join me for an exciting Crochet Next Steps (Beginners Course part 2) class, perfect for those who have basic skills or want to brush up on their skills. I will teach you how to follow a pattern and start a project you can complete at home. Date: Tuesday 13th Feb 2024 Time: 1:30pm- 3.30pm Location: Midtown Makers, Ballymena, NI
Part 3 – The final 2 hour class in the Beginners Course, on Saturday 10th Feb, will focus on refining crochet skills and introducing new techniques in both crochet and mindfulness, whilst continuing with the blanket project. Date: Saturday 10th February 2024 Time: 10:30 am Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS
Part 2 – During this workshop I will guide you through how to crochet a granny square blanket. To take part, you’ll already know the basics of crochet. I will teach you techniques, and tips on how to follow a pattern to create a beautiful blanket. Date: Saturday 27th January 2024 Time: 10:30 am Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS
Part 1 – Join me for an exciting Beginners Crochet class, perfect for those who are new to the craft or want to brush up on their skills. Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn the art of crochet! Date: Saturday 6th January 2024 Time: 10:30 am Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS
During this Week day beginners workshop, I will guide you through the basics of crochet. I will teach you techniques, and tips to create beautiful projects. Date: Tuesday 23rd January 2024 Time: 1:30 pm Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS
Get into the festive spirit, and join me for Crochet Christmas Bunting workshop, perfect for those who love to crochet and want to create unique seasonal home decor. Get ready to unleash your creativity and feel festive! Date: Sat 11th November 2023 Time: 10:30am Location: Midtown Makers, Ballymena
Join me for an exciting Crochet Next Steps (Beginners part 2) class, perfect for those who are new to the craft or want to brush up on their skills. Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn the art of crochet! Date: Sat 21st Oct 2023 Time: 10:30am Location: Midtown Makers, Ballymena
Join me for an exciting Beginners Crochet class, perfect for those who are new to the craft or want to brush up on their skills. Get ready to unleash your creativity and learn the art of crochet! Date: Fri 22nd Sept 2023 Time: 10:30 AM Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS
Join me for a fun and creative event where I will teach you how to crochet your very own necklace using recycled t-shirts! No prior crochet experience is necessary, everyone is welcome to participate. Date: Sat Aug 19 2023 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Location: MIDTOWN MAKERS
One to One Crochet
Take your first steps in crochet. Ideal for beginners / refreshers; you will learn the crochet basics of holding the hook and yarn, and basic stitches. Discover how to make a simple granny square to create garments, blankets and home accessories.
Group Beginners Crochet
Ideal for beginners/refreshers; you will learn the crochet basics of holding the hook and yarn, and basic stitches. Discover how to make a simple granny square to create garments, blankets and home accessories and start a project to complete at home using your new skills.
Group Amigurumi
Learn how to make super kawaii (cute) crochet soft toys using the Japanese technique of amigurumi! Learn to make a little animal that can be displayed in a number of ways from a tree decoration or keyring to simply a cute little soft toy.
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Crafting workshops are a popular activity for birthday parties, hen do’s, baby showers etc. I offer a range of fun and easy crafting workshops including bunting making, crochet blanket making, and pompom making.
I will introduce you to the beneficial aspects of the mindful side of crafting with yarn. The session will teach you how to create a crochet item, with the focus being on the process rather than the outcome. You will experience how to engage the senses, slow the mind, reduce anxiety in the moment and feel a sense of accomplishment.
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