Intro to Crochet Workshop

Learn to crochet in this beginner crochet workshop in NYC!



2 hours Location Upper East Side Class size 3 to 15 guests   $100

Get cozy, learn a new hobby, and leave with a fashionable accessory after this crochet class in NYC!* This crochet class for beginners will teach you how to crochet a scarf-- the perfect pattern for first-time crocheters.
Enjoy a fun and relaxing crochet workshop where we’ll learn how to crochet together and create a cozy and soft-to-touch scarf that’s perfect for adding a unique and eye-catching accessory to any outfit.
In this workshop, you'll learn the essential crochet techniques, starting with how to make a slip knot and chain stitch. Then you will work your way up to learning the single crochet stitch.
Whether you're new to crochet or looking to refresh your skills, this class will guide you through each step, ensuring you feel confident and creative as you craft your very own scarf.
All materials are provided, so just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to discover the joy of crocheting.
* If the dates and times of the workshops are not convenient, please request a "Private Class" with dates and times that do work, and if we can accommodate, we will.
What you'll get
Workshop includes all materials needed, including incredibly soft Merino wool and a crochet hook. We also include a beverage to enhance your crafting experience.
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Knowledge required
No experience necessary!
What to bring
Desire to learn!
Suitable for

This class is great for a birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom or Xmas gift.

Location

1545 1st Avenue, New York, NY

This venue is within walking distance from 86 St station (2100 feet).

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Recent reviews of Intro to Crochet Workshop

  • 5/5 from Julie Hallenbeck, attended Jun 2026: I signed up to learn crochet. Our instructor was Garrett and he was wonderful and very, very patient! I was a little slow at the beginning but caught on and will be practicing and hope to attend another class (after much practice).
  • 5/5 from Alexis Cordova, attended Apr 2026: Great intro class! Teacher was very kind and patient. Next time I want to use the really chunky yarn because I am not a big wool fan, and the material is hard not to snag. The experience itself was very good.
  • 5/5 from Ana Vallecillos, attended Mar 2026: Amazing class! Amazing teacher, very patient and friendly.
  • 5/5 from Christina Schnabel, attended Mar 2026: I loved taking this class!! Garrett was patient, helpful and gave me so many good tips that have made crocheting easier and more enjoyable for myself. Since the class was small, he even went above and beyond to teach me some techniques that were outside the scope of the class. Will definitely return to this location for other more advanced classes :)
  • 5/5 from Wendi Huestis, attended Feb 2026: Lori is the most patient, thoughtful, and encouraging teacher. Her studio is lovely and I truly enjoyed her crotchet classes. I will be signing up for additional classes as soon as I return from my trip.
  • 4/5 from Kathryn Farwell, attended Feb 2026: A fun way to spend a couple of hours! I joined the 2/20 crochet workshop taught by Garrett. He was so personable and knowledgeable! I was excited that we got to pick out our own yarn and that the crochet hook was provided. I had picked out a navy yarn but it proved to be too difficult to learn with so he was kind enough to let me switch to a lighter color. I had a million questions and Garrett was so patient through all of it.
  • 5/5 from Cassandra Branch, attended Jan 2026: I took this class on 1/22/2026 and it was fantastic. Garrett was the instructor and he was great. I tend to get frustrated when I don’t get something right the first time, but Garrett was super patient and guided me through the same steps over and over until I got it right. I had already failed multiple attempts to learn with YouTube videos, and this class made everything make sense and gave me some confidence. The owner, Laurie, is also really sweet and helped me out after the class ended. I left with a great start to a scarf and bought an additional ball of yarn to practice with (no sales pressure at all). I’ve been adding a little to it every day!
  • 5/5 from Juliette Sandleitner, attended Dec 2025: 2 hours flew by and I started creating my own scarf! Many thanks to the crochet team who was hands on and helped make my second overall-crochet-experience such a fun time. I would definitely go back to learn more!
  • 5/5 from Hollyann Bucci, attended Dec 2025: I had the best time in this class! I ended up being the only one in the time slot so I receive lots of 1:1 attention, and felt super confident with my new skills by the end of the class. Plus you get to leave with the materials! Will definitely be taking another class with some friends.
  • 5/5 from Bambi Kapp, attended Dec 2025: Class was fun and enjoyable. The one thing I would say was we began 15 minutes late and didn't make up the time.
  • 5/5 from Galina Tutarova, attended Nov 2025: Thank you for the class! It was a great experience!
  • 5/5 from Evelyn Wong, attended Sep 2025: I took the 2 hour crochet class today and learned so much! Lori was super helpful and patient. After I started my scarf, I wanted to go back and review the starting row and she let me practice until I was comfortable. Now I feel way more confident and she also sent me videos for other projects I'd like to do in the future. Definitely will be going back to crochet a tote bag soon!!
  • 5/5 from Waverly Winchester, attended Aug 2025: As a complete beginner to crocheting, this class was very helpful and I already am so much better. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking to learn crochet, it was super easy to understand and I had so much fun.
  • 5/5 from Hala Mosli, attended Mar 2025: We really enjoyed our workshop with Lori and Garret My daughter and her friend are new to crochet and they both had a great time, even though it isn’t something they would have thought of doing on their own, they were interested in coming back because of how relaxed they felt and how much fun they had. Definitely a great experience!
  • 5/5 from Kirsten Farmer, attended Feb 2025: I had such a fun time at the Crocheting a Scarf workshop! The instructors were incredibly patient, answered all my questions, and made the process easy to follow. As a beginner, I appreciated the step-by-step guidance, and I was thrilled with how much progress I made. If you’re looking for a fun, stress-free way to learn crochet, I highly recommend this workshop!
  • 5/5 from Melanie Diaz, attended Feb 2025: Great intro crochet class for beginners. I’ll definitely come back for some other classes. I finally feel confident with crocheting.
  • 5/5 from Marie Sarabia, attended Jan 2025: I was looking for a new hobby and this proved to be a perfect match! Lori is an awesome teacher. I’ve never crocheted before and she was very patient and made it easy to get started. The venue is great! I had a nice choice of yarn and I cannot wait to go back and create my next masterpiece.
  • 5/5 from Justine Borer, attended Jan 2025: What a wonderful class and a warm, inviting studio! Looking forward to spending lots of time at The Crafty Studio.
  • 5/5 from Vicki Cooper, attended Jan 2025: The crochet scarf making workshop at the Craft Lounge on the UES was really amazing! Laurie the teacher/owner was also amazing that I learned how to crochet a scarf from this one workshop. I enjoyed it so much that I definitely going to be back and doing another workshop. Such a great place and teacher!
  • 5/5 from Daryl Lasher, attended Dec 2024: I took a friend for her birthday to a crochet class - the crochet a scraf class. Lori was very friendly and beyond patient!
Your teacher

The Crafty Lounge
The Crafty Lounge

5.0 (110)
female Women-owned

Hi there! ​I’m Lori!
When I was young, my favorite time of day was when I was allowed to draw, paint and make things. As I got older, this love never faded and knitting and crocheting have become my form of meditation, my personal escape. I love nothing more than starting a new project to keep my hands busy and my mind distracted. The sound of knitting needles becomes my mantra as my sweater would start to take shape. Completing a real alpaca sweater and saying, “I made that!” makes me feel proud of my accomplishment.
I went to business school and you can say I went from Kraft to craft! Meaning I worked in marketing at Kraft Foods and now I'm crafting! It's been a long career journey here and I'm so happy to be here now, sharing my love and joy in creating things from scratch.
I want to help you take your mind off things, learn a new craft and be social! Maybe meet a like minded person, a friend who likes to make things too. For me, friendship and crafting go hand in hand; that’s what The Crafty Lounge is all about—offering a space to meet new friends and share in this interest we love. Why not take a few minutes for yourself, get crafty and ​join a community of like-minded people. Think of it like your Book Club meets up with knitting needles.
​Please sign up for a workshop and join me in building this community to be inspired to discover your own creativity. Let’s craft together… Think how inspired you’ll feel when someone says, “You made that?!”
And, just a fun fact: I've run 25 marathons. And on top of that, I’m proud to have received over 50 five-star reviews from students who have loved crafting with me. Hope to see you in a workshop soon!

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