Maybe Matilda: Possible Crochet-Along . . . you interested?

Sunday, September 4, 2011

Possible Crochet-Along . . . you interested?

Every time I post a crochet project, without fail I get a few versions of this comment: "I wish I could crochet! It looks too hard for me," or "I'm just learning to crochet and could use some advice . . . ". The general spirit of your comments is that you might be interested in learning to crochet but you either don't know where to begin, or are nervous to tackle a new craft on your own, or you've hit a roadblock that made you want to give up altogether.

So I have an idea. And at this point, it really is just an idea, and I want to see if people are interested before I get ahead of myself and plan every detail . . . because really, if there are only like 2 people who want do it, it's not gonna happen . . . so I want to know:

Would you like to participate in a crochet-along with me?

Here's what I'm thinking . . . fall and winter are headed our way, so this is the perfect time to pick up those hooks, get cozy in your favorite chair, and learn how to crochet. We could pick out a cute, simple pattern (something to help keep you warm through the winter!) and learn all this crochet business as a group--I'll show you how to do the stitches, help you figure out how to read the pattern (they're written in secret code), we'll have goals to meet by certain days, and we'll all finish our project together in time for the chilly weather. And I'm thinking we'll have a link-up at the end so we can all see each others' projects (and maybe even vote on our favorites and have prizes for the winners!). It could be a great way to learn to crochet (if you're a true newbie), or hone your skills (if you already know the basics), or just motivate you to keep crocheting (if you're already a hardcore hooker). 

Here are a few ideas that look like they could fit the bill quite nicely:
This cowl looks quick to make, and would be so cozy for fall:

I know, don't tell me--you're printing out this picture and booking an appointment with your hair stylist right now to get this look. Try to see past the awkward haircut and focus on that cute ruffly scarf:

Mmmm, I'd love to have a comfy, cozy shawl like this to wrap up in with a mug of hot chocolate:

And I love wide headbands like this to keep your ears warm in the chilly weather without messing up your hair:

So please please pretty please, leave a comment on this post if you would like to see a crochet-along happen! Believe me, I will not be offended if you don't want to take part, but if you want to learn to crochet together and make something fun while you're at it, let me know!

60 comments :

  1. I would love to do this! I'm a weekend warrior crocheter. I finish one project and don't pick it up again for months. I wish I was more consistent with it.

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  2. Yes, yes, yes! I already crochet but would still love to follow along. Loving the ruffle scarf, the cowl - oh what to chose, what to chose?? Hope you decide to do this - your blog is is my Google Reader - now I won't miss any of your posts. Thanks.
    twelve30{at}gmail{dot}com

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  3. That's such a great idea! I'd love to participate. I keep trying to crochet, but end up stopping half way through a project because I get so frustrated trying to teach myself!!

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  4. Please please please?! I see sew alongs (which I'm no where near ready for) all the time. I love crocheting but tend to take forever to finish a project (I get distracted easy) this would be great motivation! The Inner Hooker is currently doing a granny square blanket one and I missed out because I was without power for a week (thanks Hurricane Irene)...

    So please?! I love all of your projects so this would be great! I love the the cowl ;)

    sorry I talk too much!

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  5. if i could find a unbusy weekend I would! :)

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  6. I think the crochet-along would be fun. Crochet is something I've been wanting to learn but just haven't gotten around to figuring it out myself! I love the headband

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  7. im totally up for it! well, as long as it is a quick project. but im loving that wrap!! i need it while sitting on the front porch:) so maybe im in either way:) i would love to learn.

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  8. I love to crochet, and I always get back into it around this time of year, so I would totally do a crochet along. I love the cowl, AND the scarf!!

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  9. I would love to do a crochet along, I tried to teach myself but as you guessed hit a road block and got frustrated. So yes please! Eager to learn!

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  10. I just discovered your blog this week, and I LOVE it. I have vowed to finish the baby blanket I'm working on before I start any new projects, but if I get done soon, I'd love to join you. I'm crazy about the scarf and the headband!

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  11. I love the motivation of a crochet-along...

    Count me in...especially if it's the first project!

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  12. I will totally do this. I've made lots of baby blankets, but my skills consist of single and double crochet. That's it. :) Plus, I haven't done any crochet for years, so I could use the refresher course.

    I love, LOVE the headband!

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  13. What a neat idea!! I'd love to join in! I would fall into the category of knowing the basics! I've never been good at reading patterns so this would be great! I LOVE the cowl and the ruffle scarf!!!

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  14. I would love to learn how to crochet a headband! Especially with chilly weather just around the corner. I would also like to learn to crochet flowers.

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  15. I'd love to! I've tried to learn several times, without success. Count me in!

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  16. I'm IN for the crochet-along. I already know how to crochet, but I am nowhere near an expert and can use all the help I can scrounge up!

    I love the cowl!!!

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  17. Is this crochet-a-long in real life or over the internet?

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  18. oooo! I would totally be down for this! I can kinda crochet, but seriously those patterns are in a secret code and I need some help :)

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  19. I would love to participate in a crochet along. I just did my first project tonight, I'm still terrible at it. I'm also getting my blog together, as I'm new at this. it took about 10 minutes maybe 15 to figure out how to leave this comment! sheesh

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  20. i´m up for it too love that cosy shawl!!!

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  21. Yes, yes, yes even though we are heading into summer :)

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  22. Oh! It's a great idea. I would like to participate... :)

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  23. Hmm...I was just talking about learning to crochet! I knit, but want to figure out how to make those adorable yard flowers which {I think!!} you have to make with crochet.

    If you decide to so this, I would love to join in!

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  24. Ooo! I would totally do it! I love the shawl. I have no idea how to crochet and would LOVE to learn!

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  25. Oh please do it! I decided last week I was finally going to learn after years of wanting to. I vote for the cowl as a favorite of the four and the shawl a close second.

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  26. Woohoo! I'm sooo in!! I didn't tell you earlier but I bought my first hook and am now proficient at the single crochet stitch....quite an accomplishment I dare say. :)

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  27. I tried learning many, many years ago with no luck, last week my daughter suggested we learn together..... We decided to give it a try! Perfect time! I really like the cowl and the shawl

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  28. We are soooooo IN. Just yesterday Katie said can me make that (while searching on Pinterest). I had to say I don't know how to crochet. So you could not have had better timing. THANKS!!!

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  29. I'm scared to say it - I don't even have crochet hooks - but yes, count me in. :)

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  30. OMG! When will we be starting this?!?! I had better hurry up & finish with the projects I'm working on now!

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  31. You're so smart. I am in!! Off to get the beauty salon to get that sweet 'do!

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  32. I would love to join one. I like the shawl.

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  33. Let me just say I have been reading through your blog and laughing my butt off. You are such a good writer! So glad to have found your blog.
    I've been wanting to learn how to crochet - the whole idea is just a little daunting! I think the crochet along is an awesome idea! I would love to participate. I'd especially love to crochet a cowl/infinity scarf.

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  34. Yes! I definitely want to participate. I love the cowl. I have never crocheted before in my life, but I have always wanted to learn how!

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  35. I would love to participate! I am at a mediocre skill level. I like all of the projects... maybe I lean towards the shawl. :~)

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  36. I think that would be fun! I can already crochet some but would like to learn more. I would like to make the shawl - that would be cool. My sister-in-law would love this - she is learning how to crochet!

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  37. I'd love to do more crochet - this looks great. I reaaaally want to do the mustard snood in the first picture!

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  38. I just learned how to crochet- I would love to try something easy maybe the cowl or the headband!

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  39. I would really love this as well!! I'd like a crochet along! My preference goes out to the cowl, really love that one!

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  40. I would be very interested in a crochet along. However, I'd love to do a baby hat! Thanks for the offer!

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  41. I would LOVE to try this! I'm brand new at it, but feel like if I could do it alongside someone, I could ask questions as I go! GREAT IDEA!!

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  42. I am so into this! I love CAL's, and I'm not great, and I never finish anything, but I just moved into a place by myself, and need something to occupy me!

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  43. I would love to do this! I'm loving the ruffly scarf!

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  44. I'm in!! I'm up for any of the projects!

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  45. I'm in!! I'm up for any of the projects!

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  46. Definitively! The cowl project is super cute!

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  47. Count me in! Love the curly scarf. But I would love to create any one of these projects:-)w

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  48. Great Idea! I'm all in!!! I'd love to make the ruffled scarf or the shawl. I'll definitely keep checking back to find out when it's going to start. Can't wait to learn!

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  49. I've been DYING to learn how to crochet but every time I try, invariably I screw something up or I can't figure out how to turn. I would love to join you, especially if we make the shawl! I'm always freezing in winter and it looks so cozy! Buffalo, NY has some brutally long winters too, so I'd probably be able to use it for 6 months straight!

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  50. I'm in! I'm leaning toward the shawl but will join regardless of the project!
    Meg

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  51. I would LOVE to do the sunny spread baby blanket as a group with you!!!!!!!

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  52. I just got a pattern for some cute little ballet/maryjane style slippers and I am craving another project and some postive thoughts!!! so I dont get mad and give up ...

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  53. ooo ! Me, me, me ! I will. I will. Most especially love the cowl and the cozy shawl!

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  54. If you're still wanting to do this, please count me in, too!

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