In this class you will learn

Blocking, sometimes known as dressing or finishing, should be the final step in every project. The process sets the yarn, neatening the stitches and creating the final shape.

  • the tools and equipment you need (and the things its nice to have)

  • why, how and when to block your work.

  • blocking techniques for different types of project including blankets, shawls, hats, socks, sweaters and cardigans.

  • how to use pins, wires, mannequins, bowls and balloons (yes really)

  • quick garment care techniques.

FAQ

  • How is the class presented?

    The class is presented in a series of short topical videos that are available to watch at anytime, at your own pace and as many times as you like. Videos are transcribed and important points are captioned.

  • Do I need to watch the videos at a certain time?

    No, the video is available whenever you are. You can watch them again as often as you like.

  • What happens after purchase?

    If you aren't already signed up to the Thinkific platform, after purchasing the class you will receive an email from the address [email protected] entitled "Welcome to learning with The Crochet Project" with the login information you need. You can access the class from your dashboard at http://learn.thecrochetproject.com

One time purchase price

Your instructor

Joanne has been a crochet writer, editor and teacher since 2011 and has worked with major yarn companies, festivals and magazines in the UK and internationally and self publishes her design work, online classes and tutorials at www.thecrochetproject.com

Joanne Scrace

Course curriculum

    1. Introduction to blocking: they why and the when.

    2. Equipment

    3. Keeping in touch

    1. Introduction to wet blocking

    2. Introduction to steam blocking

    3. Spray Blocking

    4. Aggressive Blocking

    5. Using blocking cards

    6. Using blocking wires

    7. A before and after

    1. Blocking hats

    2. Blocking motifs

    3. Blocking socks and gloves

    1. Blocking garments flat

    2. Blocking garments on a mannequin

    1. Shawl Blocking Basics

    2. Blocking a lace edge shawl

    3. Blocking a crescent shawl

    1. Fibre types and blocking

    2. Ongoing care of garments

    3. Thank you!

About this course

  • $15.00
  • 21 lessons
  • 1.5 hours of video content