More Than a Stitch. A Skill for Life.
Inspiring Creativity. Building Confidence. Encouraging Mindfulness.
Welcome to Hooked on Crochet with Mrs. Deveter, where creativity meets learning, and every stitch is an opportunity for growth.
Through engaging, hands-on crochet instruction, participants discover the joy of creating something with their own hands while developing patience, focus, problem-solving skills, and creative confidence.
Whether in a classroom, library, or community setting, Hooked on Crochet provides a welcoming environment where beginners can learn a new skill, express themselves, and experience the satisfaction of bringing their ideas to life.
About Hooked on Crochet
Teaching a Timeless Craft to a New Generation of Makers
Hooked on Crochet with Mrs. Deveter was created from a passion for fiber arts, creative education, and the belief that everyone deserves an opportunity to discover their creative potential.
Crochet is more than making beautiful things. It’s a practical, lifelong skill that encourages creativity, perseverance, and a sense of accomplishment.
Our workshops introduce participants to crochet through approachable, step-by-step instruction that makes learning enjoyable and accessible.
From learning to hold a crochet hook to completing a first handmade project, every lesson is designed to celebrate progress, encourage exploration, and build confidence.
Our philosophy is simple: Every stitch counts, every learner matters, and creativity belongs to everyone.
What Students Learn
Real Skills. Real Projects. Real Accomplishments.
At the heart of Hooked on Crochet is a commitment to teaching participants how to crochet.
Our lessons focus on foundational techniques while allowing students to explore their creativity through hands-on projects.
Depending on age, experience, and program length, participants may learn:
- Crochet tools, materials, and terminology
- How to hold a crochet hook and manage yarn tension
- Foundation chains and basic crochet stitches
- Reading beginner-friendly patterns and stitch charts
- Changing colors and exploring crochet techniques
- Creating handmade accessories and functional projects
- Developing creative designs and personalizing finished pieces
Beyond the stitches, participants practice following instructions, solving problems, working independently, and persevering through challenges.
Each completed project represents more than a finished item. It reflects a new skill learned, a challenge overcome, and a reason to feel proud.
Crochet & Mindfulness
Finding Focus and Calm Through Creativity
In a world filled with constant activity, academic pressures, and digital distractions, finding moments to slow down can be valuable.
Crochet offers an opportunity to pause, concentrate, and engage in a creative activity.
The repetitive movements involved in stitching can encourage a sense of calm while giving participants something positive and productive to focus on.
Through Hooked on Crochet, students are encouraged to:
- Practice patience and concentration
- Develop perseverance when learning challenging skills
- Explore creativity as a healthy outlet for stress
- Build confidence through achievable goals
- Discover a hands-on activity they can enjoy beyond the classroom
For students navigating academic pressures, including test-related anxiety, crochet can become one of several calming activities they may choose to practice outside of testing situations.
Our goal is not simply to teach students how to crochet, but to introduce a creative skill they can return to throughout their lives.
Where We Teach
Bringing Creativity Into Classrooms and Communities
Hooked on Crochet offers adaptable workshops designed to meet the needs of different ages, learning environments, and experience levels.
School Enrichment Programs
Age-appropriate crochet instruction for elementary, middle, and high school students, with an emphasis on foundational skills, creativity, focus, and confidence.
After-School & Youth Development Programs
Engaging workshops that encourage self-expression, skill development, and positive social interaction through collaborative and individual projects.
Libraries & Community Organizations
Welcoming beginner-friendly experiences that bring people together through creativity, shared learning, and the art of crochet.
Adult & Corporate Experiences
Creative workshops that offer opportunities for relaxation, connection, mindfulness, and hands-on learning.
Programs can be adapted for introductory workshops, multiweek learning experiences, and special projects.
Hooked on Crochet in Action
Learning, Creating, and Growing Together
Hooked on Crochet is more than a lesson plan. It’s a hands-on experience where creativity comes to life.
During the Summer 2026 NeON Arts program in Brownsville, Brooklyn, Mrs. Deveter introduced 12 young participants to crochet through a six-week workshop series.
Students explored crochet history, foundational techniques, color changes, and creative projects, including keychains, granny squares, and accessories.
The experience demonstrated the value of providing young people with opportunities to learn a practical skill while exploring their individual creativity.
Building on that experience, Hooked on Crochet continues to develop new learning opportunities, including creative upcycling projects that combine crochet with fashion and personal expression.
Every workshop brings new ideas, new discoveries, and new makers into the crochet community.
Meet Mrs. Deveter
Fiber Artist. Teaching Artist. Creative Educator.
Mrs. Deveter Brown is a fiber artist, author, and creative entrepreneur with a passion for sharing the art of crochet.
Through Hooked on Crochet with Mrs. Deveter, she combines her love of fiber arts with her commitment to helping others discover their creativity.
As a teaching artist with NeON Arts and an accepted program vendor with Queens Public Library, Mrs. Deveter brings hands-on teaching experience, patience, and enthusiasm to every workshop.
She believes that learning to crochet is about more than mastering stitches. It’s about developing confidence, embracing creativity, and discovering the joy of making something with your own hands.
Her teaching approach celebrates individual progress, encourages exploration, and creates a supportive environment where every participant has an opportunity to succeed.
“You don’t have to be perfect to create something beautiful. You just have to be willing to begin.”
— Mrs. Deveter
Let’s Keep Creativity Growing
One Hook. One Stitch. Endless Possibilities.
Hooked on Crochet with Mrs. Deveter welcomes opportunities to collaborate with schools, libraries, youth organizations, and community partners to introduce the art of crochet to new generations of makers.
Together, we can create opportunities for learning, creativity, and connection — one stitch at a time.
Interested in learning more about Hooked on Crochet?
Connect with Mrs. Deveter to learn more about our workshops, educational programs, and community experiences.
