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Crochet in the Round

Beginner Level
2024-05-18 10:00:00 2024-05-18 12:00:00 America/New_York Crochet in the Round Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Saturday, May 18
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-18 10:00:00 2024-05-18 12:00:00 America/New_York Crochet in the Round Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work. West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center - West Oaks - Technology Classroom

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center

West Oaks - Technology Classroom

Add to your project possibilities by crocheting in the round! Create amigurumi, hats, bowls and more. Learn how to create circles with increase stitches and use stitch markers to track your work.

  • Class Duration: 2 hours
  • Age Requirements: Adult
  • Recommended Prerequisite: Let's Crochet Level 2
  • Required Skills: Someone who grasps the most basic stitches and can finish simple patterns with aid.
  • Materials Fee: None
  • Out of District Fee: $10 (includes class and materials fees)

Optional Materials: Materials are provided for this class. Students may bring the following optional materials to complete the project:

  • Yarn: Size 5/bulky weight yarn preferably in a pastel color to see stitches
  • Hook: Size L/11 (8mm)

Note: Crochet skills are necessary to be successful in this class. New to crochet? Check out Let's Crochet Level 1.

Level Description
Beginner Someone who grasps the most basic stitches and can finish simple patterns with aid.
Confident Beginner Someone who easily handles standard stitches and can follow simple patterns.
Intermediate Someone who can follow most patterns with ease, is able to read stitches and charts, and to whom working in the round is no longer a challenge.
Advanced Someone who can adjust patterns to their own preferences, substitute yarn, and produce neat results consistently in flat, round, lace, and three-dimensional projects.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Maker/DIY | Arts & Crafting |

TAGS: | tech-fiberarts | tec101 | fiberarts | crochet |

West Oaks Branch and Genealogy Center
Phone: 407-835-7323
Hours
Mon, Dec 09 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 10 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 11 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Dec 12 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Dec 13 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 14 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Dec 15 1:00PM to 6:00PM
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About the branch

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LYNX Bus Link 27 Ocoee / Winter Garden

The construction of the West Oaks Branch was funded by the Library System and a Florida Library Construction Grant.

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Learn about the Genealogy Collection!

Upcoming events

Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Back of Branch
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.
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Snack Around the World - The United Kingdom
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Treat yourself to tasty snacks from a land far away! Each month we'll learn about a different culture and sample the yummiest snacks it has to offer. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Book Bingo
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Join us for an afternoon with all of your favorite book characters featuring stories and bingo! Recommended for ages 6-12. Registration required.
Registration is now closed
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Dec 11, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Improve reading/writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension for English speaking adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills. 
Storybook Fun
Thu, Dec 12, 10:15am - 10:40am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.
Toddler Time
Thu, Dec 12, 10:45am - 11:05am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Dec 12, 11:15am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Dec 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Crochet Level 2 - Beginner Level
Thu, Dec 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Level up your crocheting. Learn how to create more open fabric with new stitches. Techniques include chaining up rows, as well as double and half double crochet stitches.
Microsoft Excel Level 3 - Functions & Automated Features
Thu, Dec 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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Microsoft Excel Level 4 - More Functions & Visual Tools
Thu, Dec 12, 5:45pm - 6:45pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Use absolute and relative references to ensure your data is calculated accurately. Analyze data by using functions like COUNT. Visually represent your data with tools like recommended charts.
Sewing Machine Maintenance - Confident Beginner
Fri, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Learn to perform basic maintenance on a sewing machine to keep it in happy working order! We will discuss dusting, oiling, and changing needles.
This event is full
Homeschool Teen Board Game Meetup
Fri, Dec 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Inviting all teen homeschoolers to play games, socialize, and share resources. Games will be provided or bring one to share! For teens.
Outreach Event: Story Time in the Garden - 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join the West Oaks Library as we read a story and complete a craft in the beautiful and historic Nehrling Gardens. 2267 Hempel Ave Gotha, FL 34734
Crochet Shawl - Confident Beginner Level
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Create a beautiful shawl to keep you warm through a change of seasons. Learn a new repeating pattern that can grow your shawl to any desired size.
Winter Wonderland Canvas Painting
Sat, Dec 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Embrace the beauty of winter with a creative twist! Join us for a delightful afternoon of canvas painting, guided by an instructor. All materials will be provided. Recommended for adults.
This event is full
Altered Books
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Junk journal, scrapbook, diary? Bring your imagination and discover the possibilities of altered books with instructor Kathy Boyle. Recommended for adults. Registration required.
This event is full
Homeschool Science: DIY Snow Slime
Mon, Dec 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Let it snow, let it snow, let it slime! Learn about chemical reactions and create your very own winter slime man! Recommended for ages 6-12.
Little Chef: Milk Carton Gingerbread Houses
Tue, Dec 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Celebrate the season with your little one as they build their very own gingerbread house. Adult participation required. Recommended for ages 3-5.
This event is full
Basic English 1
Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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Basic English 2
Tue, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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This event is full
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Improve reading/writing skills, vocabulary, and comprehension for English speaking adults who are beginning-intermediate level emerging readers. Class focuses primarily on reading & writing skills. 
Storybook Fun
Thu, Dec 19, 10:15am - 10:40am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.
Toddler Time
Thu, Dec 19, 10:45am - 11:05am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Dec 19, 11:15am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.
Crochet in the Round - Beginner Level
Thu, Dec 19, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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Microsoft Excel - Pivot Tables
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Sewing - Patterns and Fabric - Beginner Level
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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Family Storytime
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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Sat, Dec 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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Character Mailbox
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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Toddler Time
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Tiny Tales
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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This event is full
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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Mindful Start Family Yoga
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
West Oaks - Back of Branch
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.
Calder's Mobile Art
Wed, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Explore the works of Alexander Calder and create your own abstract mobile. Recommended for ages 6-12.
Adult Basic Education - Improve Reading and Writing Skills
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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Storybook Fun
Thu, Jan 09, 10:15am - 10:40am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.
Toddler Time
Thu, Jan 09, 10:45am - 11:05am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.
Tiny Tales
Thu, Jan 09, 11:15am - 11:30am
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.
Caregiver Connect: Stay and Play
Thu, Jan 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.
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Thu, Jan 09, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Start crocheting today! Learn basic techniques while creating your first project, a bookmark for your favorite read. Techniques include creating a slip knot, chaining, and single crochet stitches.
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Thu, Jan 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
West Oaks - Technology Classroom
Create polished documents in Microsoft Word. Navigate the user interface and apply basic word processing techniques to create a formatted letter. Learn important actions like copy, cut, and paste.
Microsoft Word Level 2 - Proofing, Templates & Pictures
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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West Oaks - Technology Classroom
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This event is full
Snack Around the World: South Korea
Fri, Jan 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
West Oaks - Sarchet Community Room
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This event is full
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