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Crochet Granny Stars

Yarnfiti Stitched Together Space Series

2025-05-20 10:15:00 2025-05-20 12:00:00 America/New_York Crochet Granny Stars Crochet a star granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a star. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Tuesday, May 20
10:15am - 12:00pm

Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

Crochet a star granny square. Granny squares are the foundation of many blankets, bags and sweaters. Learn how to crochet in circles and then use increase stitches to make a star.

  • Class Duration: 2 hours
  • Age Requirements: 13-Adult, 11-12 with accompanying adult
  • Recommended Prerequisite: Let's Crochet in the Round
  • Required Skills: Someone who easily handles standard stitches and can follow simple patterns.
  • Materials Fee: None
  • Out of District Fee: $10 (includes class and materials fees)

Optional Materials: Materials are provided for this class. Students have the option to bring the following materials:

  • At least 50 yards of size 5/bulky weight yarn preferably in a pastel color to see stitches. * If you do not have size 5 yarn, feel free to use size 4 and the recommended hook size for your yarn.
  • Size L/11 (8mm) hook      * If you do not have size 5 yarn, feel free to use size 4 and the recommended hook size for your yarn.

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: | Teens | Adults |

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

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

Southwest Branch

Phone: 407-835-7323

Hours
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Mon, Oct 26 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 27 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Oct 30 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Oct 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 01 Closed

About the branch

Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

Upcoming events

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Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:20am
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