frequently asked questions

Do I need to bring my own equipment? 
Not at all! I can provide you with hooks to use during the class and yarn to go away with. If you'd like to take hooks home, I offer starter kits which contain hooks, yarn and stitch markers. These can be pre-purchased before your class and I will bring them along for you to collect at the start.
Alternatively, if you have your own equipment or project you'd prefer to bring them please do! You can continue your project by yourself or I can assist with a part of it which you might be struggling with. 

Do I need to have any experience? 
Nope! I can show you how to hold your hook and yarn, create your first slipknot and chain right up to more complex stitches! If you do have experience though, just let me know what you'd like to learn and I'll start you from there. Everyone is welcome! 
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Do I need to commit to a certain class or a timeframe?
Absolutely not. Many of my attendees work shifts or have other commitments which means they can't attend the same class every week or even one class a week. The booking tool allows you to choose which class you would like to attend when it suits you. Even the five class vouchers are made to allow you to pick and choose classes to fit around your schedule and if you miss a week, a month or more, don't worry about it - you can pick up where you left off when you return.
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What can I expect from my first class?
I'll start by determining your experience and build on that. If you are a complete beginner then we will start with the very basics - creating a slipknot, tension and chaining. It is not uncommon for beginners to chain for their entire class until they are confident with how they hold their yarn and hook. If you manage to get to grips with tension before the end of class then I'll show you the first stitch of crochet - single crochet. If you are one of the lucky people who manage to master this in the first class then I'll show you how to change colour.

How much does it cost? 
Classes range from £6.50 to £8.00, depending on your requirements.
I also have a variety of beginner offers such as a five-class voucher for £35 or a starter kit including hooks, yarn and stitch markers for £15. These can both be purchased for £45, saving you a further £5!
 
Do you offer children's classes?
Whilst I don't offer classes specifically for children, I do have many children attend my regular classes. When booking, there is a free ticket option called "Don't Mind Me" which the accompanying adult must select to account for them in the class numbers.

Where are your classes?
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Tuesday
6:30pm - 8:30pm
WHAT IF... Paisley 
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Wednesday
10am - 12pm
St Vincent's Hub, Howwood
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Saturday
3pm - 5pm
Krispy Kreme, Braehead​
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I also host Casual Crochet on a Friday at Erskine Arts.
this is a free session for you to come along, meet like minded people and learn new tips and tricks!
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Is there parking available?
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Paisley
There is limited street parking on Moss Street, however, there are a variety of car parks very close by, including Hunter Street, Moss Street and School Wynd. which are only chargeable until 6pm, Parking is free after 6pm.
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Howwood
St Vincents offers a spacious, free car park as well as an overflow
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Erskine
Erskine Arts is located inside the Erskine Sports Centre, which offers free parking​
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Braehead
Krispy Kreme offers free parking but spaces can be limited on a Saturday.​
Alternatively, Braehead shopping centre has loads of parking spaces!
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Do you offer refreshments?​

Paisley
WHAT IF... has tea and coffee making facilities and a selection of cakes and biscuits. Whilst these are free, in order to assure the continued upkeep and improvement of the hub any donation you can make would be much appreciated. Donation tins are available on site, however, WHAT IF.... also have an on line donation portal: https://www.whatif.community/
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Howwood
The St Vincents team always have yummy treats for us, as well as tea and coffee
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Erskine
Erskine Arts offers free tea and coffee but appreciates donations. Casual Crochet often leads into Erskine Arts' seasonal Soup Sessions, which offers free soup, bread and snacks, When the Soup Sessions aren't on, Erskine Arts also offers tea, coffee and sweet treats!
Again, donations are appreciated to allow Erskine Arts to continue to offer this service. ​
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Braehead
Krispy Kreme sells hot and cold drinks plus a delicious range of thier famous doughnuts!​
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How can I book?
Bookings and item purchases can be made through my website at offthehookwithbecky.co.uk
You can also pay in person at What If...

Ready to go?
Click the link below to get booked in!