Festival Crochet Sleeves – 6 x Sessions with Tiana and Darcie
From: £240.00
Festival Season is fast approaching – be the diva of the disco with these fun crochet sleeves!
This is a 6-week series where you’ll learn to crochet your very own stylish sleeves! + some bonus stuff for extra fast crafters!
This series is suitable for absolute beginners and those with a little basic crochet experience.
Week One – Swatching – We’ll cover crochet basics, tools, materials, and yarn. You’ll make a small swatch to gauge fit, learn the mesh stitch, and pattern design for your project.
Week Two – The Front – We’ll start with the front panel of your garment using the mesh stitch. Learn to add stripes or change colours and guidance on your neck opening.
Week Three – The Back and Neck – We’ll continue crocheting the back panel to match the front. Master shaping techniques, including the neck hole.
Week Four – The Sleeves – You’ll start on crocheting the first sleeve in the round, providing help on maintaining stitch count and pattern consistency.
Week Five – Second Sleeve – You’ll finish the first sleeve, checking length and fit. Then, dive into the second sleeve.
Week Six – Finishing – In our final session, you’ll make any adjustments needed to the garment size and shape. Learn best practice techniques for sewing in the tails and how to block your garment for polished finish!
If you’re super speedy, we’ll also teach you how to make a crochet scrunchie to match your new pair of sleeves! Or get you started on a matching skirt!
- MT will provide – Paper and pencils, hooks and yarns for designing your colour combos and swatches for your first session.
- You will need to bring – An appropriate size crochet hook & yarn to complete your garment. We will discuss the buying yarn in the first session!
It’s highly likely that you will complete the garment during the 6 weekly sessions because it very addictive and fun!
20% off MT Members x
Questions?
Will this class be suitable for me?
Perhaps! This class is perfect for anyone wanting to understand designing and creating a simple crochet garment.
If you haven’t crocheted for some time, pick up your hook and have a crack at home, or join one of our + Craft Cult + or Knitters Anonymous or even better sign up to the Crochet Foundations course Cathy is hosting in May!
Can I bring my own supplies?
Of course. We always have equipment on hand, but it is best if you set yourself up with a set of crochet hooks. You’ll get lots of use out of these.
You will need to purchase the yarn for your project and we will help you make the right choice!
Can I cancel my booking?
Afraid not. Our Guest teachers are special to us and we need them to be compensated for their effort fairly. Plus the admin is a nightmare so we do not offer refunds on these workshops. All bookings are final.
You are welcome to send a friend in your place if you are no longer able to make the 6 x sessions. You cannot send another person in your place mid way through x
What if I can't make a session?
Just give us a heads up – We know life gets busy and plans change. You are always welcome as a MT Member to pop in anytime, or join one of our + Craft Cult + or Knitters Anonymous social groups.
We do not offer alternative times to catch up on missed classes.
What is the minimum age to attend?
We are happy to host well behaved people 16+ Please ensure your teenager is able to get home safely after the class or picked up on time.
Or better yet – Join them!
Festival Crochet Sleeves – 6 x Sessions with Tiana and Darcie
From: £240.00
Who are Tiana and Darcie?
Tiana and Darcie are both passionate crochet and knitwear designers based in London.
And by golly, are they fucking fun!
As designers, they believe that the art of crochet is not just about creating beautiful pieces but also about fostering a sense of creativity, relaxation, and community.
With experience hosting for Soho House, Selfridges and Somerset House, they have a wealth of experience in creating engaging and enjoyable events.
2 fab teachers for the price of one!
And I cannot stress this enough, hella fucking fun!
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Jules TierneyCrafting with Brooke was brilliant. I was a complete beginner and felt totally safe and unjudged in her pro hands! Biggest thing she taught me is that any and all (crafting) mistakes can be mended or made into something more beautiful. Her patience, kindness and craic seeps into the work, I loved every minute!
B_SuperorganismWhen I approached Brooke to sew a stage outfit for me, I was confident she would deliver a perfect product by the looming deadline. She was great at following my brief while also advising me on what design and fabric would work best. The result exceeded expectations; I have had endless compliments on my silver sequinned cape!
Lewis of ArabiaBrooke is one of those magical people you meet for a second and feel you've known all your life. She's so insanely talented and shares it with such grace you also feel like you can accomplish such technical skills with her around. As a teacher she is knowledgeable, interesting and engaging and most importantly FUN!
Therese LaneHad a whale of a time!! We loved every minute of our weaving workshop at Make Town. Brooke was super friendly, approachable and made the whole experience easy and lots of fun.
Sara LEveryone should try floor loom weaving as it's absolutely brilliant and not too tricky. I've been to these sessions a number of times now and I love them.
Claudia ZanonThis is great for beginners to learn weaving basics but very satisfying as I managed to experiment with colours and have a little project completed, I highly recommend it!
Jo HIllI absolutely LOVED my freestyle loom weaving session at Make Town. A perfect combination of being helped to learn and being left to experiment! It was my first try and in just one session I came home with a beautiful tapestry that I felt so proud of! It was great fun, and is a beautiful and relaxed space to be creative in.
Therese LaneHad a whale of a time!! We loved every minute of our weaving workshop at Make Town. Brooke was super friendly, approachable and made the whole experience easy and lots of fun. We learnt to weave on the floor looms, and were surprised by how big our finished pieces were at the end of the 2 hours.
Chloe S-LHad a fantastic time at Make Town for Knitters Anonymous!! I’ve been looking for a new knitting group ever since I graduated and had to leave my university knitting society 5 years ago, and this one was amazing. Really cool to have a complete mix of abilities in the room, and it’s reassuring to know I could come back with any knitting quandary and have help!
Tyler RoseMake Town, Make Town, MAKE TOWN!
What an incredible place to learn so many craft bits, I have been there a couple of times now and honestly learnt so much.Brooke is an absolute delight and really takes the time to get around to everyone and show/explain how everything works. It also is super colourful (which I love)! Anyways, go check it out, you won't regret it!
Maddy EmbletonI recently took a weaving class with Brooke - cannot think of a better way to spend a Sunday afternoon! Brooke's a great instructor, very calm, relaxed and knowledgeable. I would happily spend many more Sundays depleting her instagram-worthy yarn wall! Also weaving is easier than it looks and very therapeutic and absorbing. Do it!
Emily ZachryWhat a gem of a place! Beautiful, bright, and easy to book online. They are so helpful and encourage you to be creative in your work. We went as newbies and left feeling more confident. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for some creative fun or wants to build on their skills.
RochelleMake Town is fantastic. I'm in London for a few months and needed to use a sewing machine to finish a project, and it was exactly what I needed. The atmosphere was informal, relaxed and friendly, and Brooke let me get on with things but was available if I had questions. I highly recommend checking it out if you have any interest in fabric crafts: I'm going back for a mending evening!
Maia KennedyI love this shop and the knitting course I did at Make Town was fabulous. Brooke brings so much joy to knitting and was on hand with loads of tips and tricks about knitting, craft and lots more! Highly recommend a visit to Make Town!
I did a second course at Make town, tufting! As expected, it was amazing!! Well organised, great teaching, great facilities. Can't recommend enough!
Filipa do CarmoWould highly recommend the beginners workshop if you want to have a go at machine sewing. I ended up with a super cool bag, no fear of sewing machines and a burning desire to start making my own clothes. Brooke totally rocks and is awesome at empowering people!
Dylan PriceI had a fantastic time at the beginners learn to sew workshop recently, Brooke is the most wonderful teacher who really knows her stuff, the techniques were demonstrated clearly from start to finish and the logic behind them thoroughly explained. I arrived unsure if I could sew a straight line and left with a project bag that I love!. I feel confident with the basics of sewing now and I'm inspired to see what else I can create. I can't recommend Make Town enough. Thank you Brooke!.
Susan RBrooke took us from ground zero to sewing a useful and tasteful bag. She’s kind, quirky and patient. She has so much creative experience. Next she is guiding me on a recycled jumper project.
Joshua HillDid both the beginner knitting and sew workshops. Loved them both and even as a very heavy handed clueless starter it was easily manageable! The time flew by on both occasions.
The groups I worked with were all very sweet and we got plenty of individual attention.
Brooke is an excellent teacher - as well just being an all round awesome human being. 10/10 would recommend and I definitely hope to attend some more classes in the future.
Giana SoiniLoved this place! Highly recommend! The owner Brooke really takes care of you, and takes the time for you to learn everything in the proper way, she is so lovely 😊
Sarah CotterillThe weaving class was the best thing we did during a weekend in London with my daughter. The tuition by Becky was excellent and the place is very comfortable. Within minutes we were able to get the hang of it and we each brought home a piece of weaving.
Tanya BorisovaFantastic place to learn sewing! I went to a beginner course with no prior experience and made this cute bag! Brooke is such a lovely person, was always there to help, explain and fix any problems. And the venue itself just invites you to think creatively. Will definitely be back :)
Elodie ToulemonI went to a Craft Cult event, it was super friendly and nice, great to meet and discuss with other crafty people surrounded by beautiful thread and textile. Very inspiring!
I've already booked another workshop and can't wait for next month Craft Cult
Christopher KramaricI feel so lucky to have visited Make Town. It was the highlight of my trip to London for sure. Brooke, the shop owner, was incredibly welcoming and helpful. She handled all of the loom setup for me and gave me free range to select materials from more yarns and felts than you can imagine.
Jonathan DayI went to Make Town to do the Beginners Sewing class and I couldn't have had a better time. It was great fun and I feel totally empowered to do more sewing. Can't recommend Brooke and this gem of crafty goodness more, whether you're starting out or old hat there's something to be found and take part in at Make Town.
Charlotte HeathcoteCan't recommend this highly enough - I went to Weave Club where I could take my pick from a wall of colourful yarns to make a hanging, with Brooke on hand to share expert advice and offer new tips and techniques. The atmosphere is relaxed and the people friendly. I will definitely be back.
Rebecca BlainI went for the absolute beginners knitting workshop. Brooke couldn't be more helpful and demonstrated things in a super straightforward way.
Thoroughly enjoyed the class, met some great people and I will be going back.
Recommend Make Town and Brooke's workshops to anyone who's looking to learn how to kraft, wants to improve their kraft or just wants to hang out with some like minded folk!
Nell CameronThe BEST! Brooke is such an amazing teacher: knowledgeable, calm, patient, super-super-super skilled and generally brilliant. From never having been in the same room as a sewing machine to making trousers and dungarees, couldn’t have done it without Brooke (and wouldn’t have wanted to!). Can’t recommend Make Town strongly enough.
Oh! And you’ll laugh. So much!
Lynda MacInnesSuch a fab space to get crafty in. The weaving was great ... Brooke was a great teacher - really clear and encouraging but gives you space to have a play too. 100% recommend.