Learn How To Crochet - Improvers

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Course code: C32B

For crocheters with some experience who want to refine their skills, explore more advanced techniques, and expand their creative practice.

when
From 03 Nov 2026 to 08 Dec 2026
Tuesday 18:00-20:30  6 weeks
Date
03 Nov 2026
Time
18:00 to 20:30
Date
10 Nov 2026
Time
18:00 to 20:30
Date
17 Nov 2026
Time
18:00 to 20:30
Date
24 Nov 2026
Time
18:00 to 20:30
Date
01 Dec 2026
Time
18:00 to 20:30
Date
08 Dec 2026
Time
18:00 to 20:30
Tutor
Cristina Valladares
where
location to be advised
fees
full fee for this course £152.00, concession fee £97.00
who

Bristol Adult Learning

stokelodge@bristol.gov.uk

0117 903 8844

Description

<p><span style="font-size:16px">A supportive crochet course for learners with some experience, designed to develop skills, refine techniques, and build confidence through a range of projects offered across several terms. <strong>Taught using the right-handed technique, with support available for left-handed learners who notify the tutor in advance.</strong></span></p>

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What can students expect?

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Learners will develop their crochet skills through a variety of structured projects. </span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">You will learn stitch variations, explore more decorative and textured stitches, and gain confidence with colourwork and shaping. </span></span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">The course also covers advanced techniques, construction methods and finishing skills, helping you build confidence and expand your crochet knowledge with expert guidance and support throughout.</span></span></span></span></p>

Late starters allowed?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes, however it is recommended you join by the second session to make the most of the course.</span></span></span></span></p>

Previous experience required?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Yes. Ideally learners will have some knowledge of crochet basics or have completed the <strong>“Learn How To Crochet-Beginners</strong>” </span><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">course.</span></span></span></span></p>

What is the progression route?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Learners can enrol on the <strong>“</strong></span><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Crochet Plus”<em> </em></span></strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">courses at Stoke Lodge.</span></span></span></span></p>

Are there any extra costs?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">No. Fee includes materials.</span></span></span></span></p>

Work set between sessions?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Practising between sessions is recommended. Each week introduces a new project, which may need to be completed at home.</span></span></span></span></p>

What should students bring?

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<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">A pen to make notes in the handouts</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Reading glasses if worn</span></span></span></span></li>
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Teaching method/style?

<p style="margin-left:8px"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Group demonstrations, one-to-one tutor support, and handouts.</span></span><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"> </span><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Learners can also access video demonstrations for home practice.</span></span></span></span></p>

Course Cancellations and Refunds

<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If we cancel your course</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">You will receive a full refund of course fees.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">We are not responsible for any additional costs, such as materials already purchased.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">If you cancel</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">7 days or more before the start date: refund minus a 20% administration fee.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no refund provided.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Enrolments are non-transferable.  If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Refund processing</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Refunds for online or telephone enrolments will be made via the original payment method within 14 days of approval. </span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If you enrolled in the office, you will need to come in with your payment card to arrange a refund.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Transfers</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">7 days or more before the start date: transfer minus a 10% transfer fee.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Less than 7 days before the start date or after the course has started: no transfer provided.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">All transfers are subject to availability.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Transfers between Language levels may be possible with less than 7 days’ notice, subject to availability.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">Enrolments are non-transferable.  If you are unable to attend, you will not be able to send another person in your place.</span></span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">If we cancel your course, and you wish to transfer to another course this will be free of charge.</span></span></span></span></li>
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<p><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><strong><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Illness and non-attendance</span></span></strong></span></span></p>

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<li><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="color:black"><span style="font-family:&#34;Times New Roman&#34;,serif"><span style="font-family:&#34;Arial&#34;,sans-serif">We recognise that illness and unforeseen circumstances may arise. However, please note that we are unable to offer refunds, credits, or transfers for missed sessions due to ill health or non-attendance.</span></span></span></span></li>
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