Hi, I am Kim Gronquist and host of our local Crochet Guild. I have been crocheting for over 50 years, and truly enjoy sharing my love of crochet with others. Currently, I am enjoying making fun little amigurumi critters, but I have made everything from intricate crochet lace dresses, to giant rope playgrounds, and of course afghans.
Private Lessons
While we are still teaching crochet classes at Ben Franklin (starting a kid’s crochet club in March) we are taking this learning on the road! The royal crochet carriage is traveling beyond the castle walls, bringing private lessons to new villages near and far.
There’s still room for a few more apprentices. If you have a small group looking for crochet lessons tailored to your skill levels, send a raven—or simply a message—and let’s reserve your seat at the traveling crafting table!
Join us for our Monthly Meetings in Bothell…
Whether you are just getting started or are a long time crocheter, this guild is for you. Feel free to join us for Social Crafting on the 1st Fridays as well.
Our meetings will have a fairly casual structure:
- Introductions
- Show & Tell (things we are working on, or proud that we finished)
- Tips & Tricks (we will try to have at least one new tip or technique to explore at each meeting)
- Social stitching time (use this time to get help with something you are struggling with, or just find motivation to get through your pile of in-progress projects)
- Door prize(s) – each meeting will have a giveaway item for random winner(s)
Virtual Crochet Guild on Twitch now too!
Click on image to download PDF flyer for each technique
Plush Yarn Tips
Plush yarn can be a bit fragile and not very beginner-friendly.
Upcycling Garments
Plush yarn can be a bit fragile and not very beginner-friendly.
Starting Methods
Several different ways to start off your Crochet Project
Charts
Using Charts to Understand Complex Patterns
Amigurumi
Special Tips to make your Amigurumi Project more polished