Crochet with Rope

What to bring:

• 50g fingering/4 ply yarn of your choice

• 3mm hook (smaller to adjust tension if needed)

• Tapestry needle (large eye, fine point)

• Stitch markers

What will be provided:

• 5mm braided sash cord - 2 x 80cm

• Instruction booklet

From confident beginner, able to confidently crochet basic stitches. We’ll cover how to adapt them in class.

• 3 hours of expert instruction from Leah Oliver in a small group setting

• Afternoon tea

• VIP 2-day pass to the Australian Yarn Show from March 6th to 7th at QT Canberra including:

  • Australian Yarn Show 2027 Show bag

  • One coffee voucher per day (Saturday and Sunday) for barista coffee cart

  • One 2027 digital access pass to all the talks on the main stage

Please note that the digital access pass will not be activated until a few weeks after the conclusion of the Show.

Leah is the maker, behind This Lush Corner, a fibre arts business inspired by, traditional handcrafts, and the possibilities of natural and repurposed materials. The business offers a range of sustainably sourced fibres, materials and tools.

A published crochet pattern designer, Leah also works across a range of crafts, with a practice that is deeply guided by the unique qualities of each material. With a passion for pushing the boundaries of crochet, Leah encourages makers to look beyond patterns and discover the creative freedom that comes from making without instructions.

As an educator, her workshops are a welcoming, supportive spaces where curiosity is encouraged. Drawing on her knowledge, participants are guided in understanding how different materials respond and are best suited to their projects. Participants will build on their existing skills, learn to manipulate stitches, and gain confidence in trusting their creative instincts to create work that is uniquely theirs.