Crochet Garments that Fit You with Jane
Take the guesswork out of crochet garment making & learn how to create garments that fit beautifully & feel great. In this practical workshop, you'll learn why gauge is important, how to swatch effectively, & how make pattern choices & adjustments.
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Master the art of garment fit and create crochet clothing you'll love to wear.
Take the guesswork out of crochet garment making and learn how to create garments that fit beautifully and feel great.
In this practical workshop with Jane, you’ll explore one of the biggest challenges crocheters face – achieving the right fit. Learn why gauge is the foundation of successful garment making, how to swatch effectively, and how to use your gauge information to make confident pattern choices and adjustments.
Jane will guide you through taking accurate body measurements, understanding garment ease and construction, and assessing different garment shapes by trying on sample pieces. You’ll discover how small adjustments can make a significant difference to fit, comfort and confidence.
With more than 40 years of crochet experience, Jane brings a wealth of knowledge and practical tips to help you transform patterns into garments you’ll love to wear.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll be able to:
• Understand why gauge matters and how it affects garment fit
• Create and measure accurate gauge swatches with confidence
• Take and use body measurements when selecting sizes
• Understand ease and how it influences the finished garment
• Assess garment shapes and determine which styles suit you best
• Make informed pattern adjustments to achieve a better fit
• Approach crochet garment projects with greater confidence and success
Class Highlights:
• Learn the secrets of successful garment fit from an experienced crochet garment maker
• Discover why gauge matters and how to use it to your advantage
• Take a full set of body measurements and learn how to use them effectively
• Explore garment ease, sizing and shaping in a practical, hands-on way
• Try on sample crochet garments to better understand fit, drape and silhouette
• Apply the concepts directly to a garment project of your choice
• Bring along previously completed garments and learn how to identify what worked – and what didn't
• Receive personalised guidance and advice from Jane throughout the workshop
Important information for this class
Duration: 3 hours
Skill level: Intermediate – suitable for crocheters who are comfortable following patterns and are ready to explore garment construction, sizing and fit.
You'll need to bring:
• A crochet garment pattern of your choice
• At least two gauge swatches worked according to your chosen pattern (guidance will be provided before class)
• The pattern, yarn, hooks and any other materials required for your project
• Tape measure and ruler
• Notebook and pen
• Any crochet garments you have previously made, particularly those you would like to assess for fit and sizing
Important:
• You'll need to select and bring your own crochet garment pattern. Patterns are not included in this workshop. Guidance on choosing an appropriate pattern will be provided before class.
• Jane will have a selection of crochet garments available for participants to try on during the workshop. Wearing a fitted top or singlet underneath your clothing is recommended for this activity.
Your teacher: Jane Downey
Inspired by her grandmother, who would crochet intricate thread tablecloths without even referring to a pattern, Jane learned to crochet as a teen and now has almost 40 years of experience.
Jane is a member of the Crochet Guild of Australia and the Knitters’ Guild of NSW and has been teaching crochet for over 15 years. She teaches adults and children in both open classes and one-on-one classes, from beginner to more advanced techniques. Jane can teach both right and left handed people to crochet, and is often described as a very patient teacher. Jane is accredited to teach crochet by the Crochet Guild of Australia.
Jane has won prizes for her crochet at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, including being twice chosen for display in the Standard of Excellence cabinet. Jane has also judged the crochet at the Sydney Royal (not the same years in which she won prizes!). Jane loves crochet because of the variety of projects it lends itself to. She particularly likes to crochet garments, accessories and toys.
Terms and conditions
- Full payment is required prior to the start of the class to confirm your spot.
- Minimum numbers - All classes require a minimum of three people in order to go ahead and, depending on the class, a maximum of up to 10. If your class or workshop does not have the minimum number of students, the class will be postponed and you will be notified within three days of the class date if it has been cancelled or changed. We cannot be held liable for travel or any other costs in the event of a cancellation.
- If your class is postponed or cancelled you can use the amount paid to transfer to another event/activity, use as a store credit, or be issued a full refund.
Cancelling a class
- Up to 7 days before the class - you are able to cancel, postpone or swap a class up to 7 days prior to the class date and can receive a full refund.
- 7 days-24 hours before the class - we are able to offer a credit but we cannot guarantee a full refund unless another booking fills your spot.
- Less than 24 hours before the class - no credit or refund available.
Please see our general Classes & Workshops FAQ for more info.
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