Advanced Beginner / Intermediate Crochet Workshop

Learn how to make a Mandala Boho Round Tote Bag



4 hours Location South Guildford Class size 1 to 6 guests   $120 (Afterpay available)

This Advanced Beginners/Intermediate Crochet workshop is for those who have moved on from basic beginners and have some more advanced beginner or intermediate crochet skills.
During this workshop, you will learn how to do some advanced stitches as well as reading patterns and charts for the first hour. Then we will begin to crochet our Mandala Round Tote Bag.
As you make your beautiful Mandala round bag, you will get to learn a variety of advanced stitches including all basic stitches plus some more advanced texture stitches like front post, clusters, puff stitch and V-stitch. You will also learn how to master a Magic Ring.
I will also be teaching you how to add beads to your work for an extra dimension.
There will be written instructions as well as a diagram/symbol chart.
I will go over reading charts and patterns so don’t stress---you will be helped with every step.
This bag is a take-home project to be completed at home.
Full instructions are included. It includes detailed descriptions, pattern notes and a Symbol Chart.
By the end of the workshop, you will have a sound understanding of how to read and understand symbol charts and how to read a written pattern as well as learning new advanced stitches and working in the round.
It will be a good challenging item to make for those who want a more advanced project.
The bag is quite large at approximately 46-53 cm wide and would make a lovely beach bag, shopping bag, festival bag, etc. It can be lined to really finish it off and would make a wonderful gift.
This is an adults-only workshop.

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 3 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we may cancel the session; if that happens, we'll inform you and let you choose between a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

Upcoming dates for Advanced Beginner / Intermediate Crochet Workshop

Times are Perth time. Dates and prices as of 23 Oct 2026, 9:57pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 1 Nov 2026 and 21 Nov 2026.

  • Sun 1 Nov 2026, 10am-2pm
  • Sat 21 Nov 2026, 10am-2pm
What you'll get
  • All yarn is supplied, plus a size 5.5 crochet hook.
  • A take home workbook.
Homemade morning tea.
Bag is made of cotton and uses approximately 3 to 4 x 100gm balls of yarn. Because of the cost of providing the yarn, I have included it in the cost of the workshop, hence the higher cost of this workshop compared to my beginners' workshops.
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Knowledge required
  • Advanced beginner crochet skills are required. Must know how to chain, slip stitch, double crochet, single crochet, half double crochet. Must have basic knowledge of how to read a pattern and a basic understanding of crochet symbols/charts. (I will go over this before we begin.)
  • You will learn Magic Ring, Front Post, Clusters, Puff Stitch, V Stitch.
  • Pattern is worked in US Terminology.
What to bring
Just a smile
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, birthday or hens party.

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

Location

122A Queens Road, South Guildford WA

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Recent reviews of Advanced Beginner / Intermediate Crochet Workshop

  • 5/5 from Tess Hackett, attended Aug 2026: It was a lovely day spent polishing up basic skills. Helen was patient and helpful with going over the skills I wasn't sure of. It was a lovely relaxed class. The day seemed to go by in a flash with nice company and a warm, welcoming environment. It's definitely a class I'd love to do on a regular basis.
  • 5/5 from Anna Keilar, attended Jun 2026: Learnt to read patterns and charts, a variety of stitches to produce this bag, and how to add embellishments to personalise it. It was fun and Helen was lovely and extremely patient. Highly recommend this workshop. Looking forward to doing another in future.
  • 5/5 from Sharon York, attended May 2026: Helen is a warm welcoming teacher, meeting students at their skill level. This class was a great way to expand my crochet skills in a fun relaxed environment and start a beautiful new project that I can’t wait to finish.
  • 5/5 from Malaika Jordan, attended May 2026: What a great class! Lovely teacher, relaxing space, Helen has so much knowledge! Thanks so much for a lovely morning (and your lemon cake recipe!!).
  • 5/5 from Barbara Mees, attended May 2026: Very knowledgeable and friendly teacher, lovely and welcoming teaching space. I loved it!
  • 5/5 from Catherine, attended Apr 2026: Great workshop all three of us enjoyed & learnt a lot. The workshop was very well organised & our host was excellent.
  • 5/5 from Chuckie Lund, attended Mar 2026: Great intermediate/advanced crochet bag workshop. The venue was lovely — homey, welcoming, and perfect for a few good giggles. The teacher was endlessly patient, which was fortunate because I’m a bit cack-handed and spent a fair amount of the class enthusiastically frogging my work. Highly recommend — even if your main crochet skill is undoing what you just did.
  • 5/5 from Sally Ursich, attended Mar 2026: Really enjoyed the class. Helen is a great teacher and makes you feel at home. Highly recommend
  • 5/5 from Kathleen Freyja Powell, attended Mar 2026: The experience was very special and worth every penny.
  • 5/5 from Andrea Tolle, attended Feb 2026: Fabulous class if you have the basic crochet skills. Helen is a very good teacher and my project is coming along nicely. Delicious morning tea as well to top it off.
  • 5/5 from Gillian Hodge, attended Oct 2025: Helen was awesome. Super patient. Highly recommend.
  • 5/5 from Penny Fraser, attended Oct 2025: So much fun. Helen is an awesome teacher and so patient. I have come away with an enthusiasm for learning more. Thank you
  • 5/5 from Amanda Huber, attended Jun 2025: I attended Helen’s class today, it was a fantastic experience!!helen was a knowledgeable and warm teacher, who had a lot of patience with everyone, the materials were great and easy to use, the morning tea was to die for!I would highly encourage anyone who wants to learn crochet or learn new techniques to contact Helen!!I will be attending another class.was a great bunch of ladies also and we had a laugh together!!thank you for a really enjoyable class!
  • 5/5 from Sandra Holdsworth, attended Mar 2025: Thank you Helen it was a very enjoyable 4 hours spent with like minded people. Cannot wait to finish my project. Look forward to doing a hat one next :)
  • 5/5 from Nerina Cordner, attended Mar 2025: I enjoyed the small group as it allowed for more individual help when needed. Helen was an excellent host and teacher.
  • 5/5 from Marna Coia, attended Mar 2025: As always Helen is a welcoming host!Her skill and patience is amazing. Very talented crocheter! who is a great teacher..I'll be back!!!
  • 5/5 from Terri Thorp, attended Mar 2025: Helen is a great crochet teacher. Explains very simply and in depth. Now I know how to read a pattern. Making a bag and including beads. Cannot wait to finish it. Had a fantastic day with her and the other girls in the workshop. Helen is a lovely host and bakes beautifully.
  • 5/5 from Chris Rowe, attended Mar 2025: All I will say is, thank you Helen for another amazing day of information and instruction. I really enjoy your classes and the lovely people who attend them.
  • 5/5 from Jan Stewart, attended Feb 2025: We were learning how to make a beach bag. Learnt how to read a pattern. Teacher is always fantastic. Loved the day.
  • 5/5 from Kirstie Beveridge-Smyth, attended Feb 2025: I always learn so much from Helen. She breaks things down so that it you can go home and finish the project and her home baked morning tea is amazing too. Can’t wait for the next course
  • 5/5 from Robyn H Jeavons, attended Feb 2025: Thoroughly enjoyed the class. Helen was very informative with helping us learn more about crochet. Started to make a bag. Helen was very friendly and certainly put you st ease.
  • 5/5 from Merle Ann Cochrane, attended Feb 2025: Helen's workshop was a fabulous way of learning the skills needed to complete a great hobo bag. A friendly and knowledgeable teacher with patience and time to give to each member of the class. Thank you Helen.
  • 5/5 from Tania Hawkins, attended Jan 2025: Helen is a very patient and kind teacher. A great class with 3 other ladies and we all left happy with our new or updated knowledge. The first panel of the bag was well on it's way before we left too, and we had a bag with the materials needed to complete it at home. Delicious morning tea too!
  • 4/5 from Megan Johnson, attended Jan 2025: A lovely relaxed small class. Helen is very welcoming and helps with any questions you have, in a supportive non judgemental manner
  • 5/5 from Carmen Cerry, attended Dec 2024: Loved it. Learnt so many new tricks and ideas to be more creative. Wonderful Helen is so encouraging and generous with her skills, knowledge and creativity. The time went fast, we had a lovely photo together. Great to meet other crochet lovers.
  • 5/5 from Jo Ng, attended Dec 2024: Helen is an amazing teacher & she makes learning crocheting so easy. I really enjoyed this class where we learnt more advanced stitches. Highly recommend to anyone wanting to learn crochet & I'm definitely interested to attend other classes (hint hint).
Your teacher

Helen Gibson
Helen Gibson

5.0 (275)
female Women-owned

Hi, I’m Helen and I am passionate about all things crochet.
I am self taught and have had years of experience to master this craft. I have won a few awards at the Royal show and regional shows.. and I wanted to share my love of this fabulous craft. I find crochet to be a wonderfully relaxing pastime, it helps to soothe the soul.
I have an etsy shop where I sell some of my hat creations and I do custom designs and orders. I have decided to expand into teaching crochet as I want everyone to experience the joy of being able to create something individual from a hook and yarn. It is a truly wonderful experience to make something with your own hands. It’s very satisfying and relaxing.
I have lots of experience in teaching Crochet (please read my reviews from my previous workshops) and I look forward to helping you start your own Crochet Journey.

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