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(CANCELLED) Learn to Crochet: Granny Square Croc Covers
October 11 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Date: Saturday, October 11, 2025
Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm (Doors open 10:45 am)
Location: Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St. W.
Tickets: $25 General
Give your Crocs a unique twist with colourful granny squares! This hands-on workshop is perfect for those with some crochet experience and will guide you through selecting yarn and materials, mastering techniques like the magic loop and double crochet, and learning to read crochet patterns.
By the end of the session, you’ll have your own set of handmade granny square Croc covers and patterns to use for future projects.
All materials are included in the workshop fee, and complimentary drinks and snacks will be provided to keep the creativity flowing. Please note, you must provide your own crocs.
Note: Want to get a head start on your crochet learning journey? Sign up for our Learn to Crochet: Laces workshop. This event is suitable for ages 12+.
Agenda
10:45 am – Doors Open
11:00 am to 1:00 pm – Workshop
1:00 pm – Workshop ends, participants may look through galleries
Please check in with Visitor Services upon arrival. Ticket includes access to all exhibitions. Contact shan@batashoemuseum.ca with any questions.
ABOUT THE ARTIST:
Rachel Schwartz Fagan is a storyteller, Ontario Certified Teacher, and emerging textile artist. She holds an M.Phil in Children’s Literature and her work has been longlisted for CANSCAIP’s Writing for Children Award. As a settler in Tkaronto, Rachel has a passion for facilitating creativity and environmental stewardship in arts and education spaces. Rachel is an avid zinester, and has been nominated for the Broken Pencil Zine Awards in 2018 and 2020.
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