1st lesson free
Amanda's email address and phone number have been validated.
Amanda
- Rate $36
- Response 3h
-
Students22
Number of students Amanda has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Amanda has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
$36/hr
Contact
1st lesson free
Learn to Read Crochet Patterns with Your Friendly and Patient Pattern Partner
Lesson location
- online
Recommended
Amanda is a respected tutor in our community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Amanda
With more than 30 years of crochet experience, Amanda specializes in helping crocheters confidently read and understand written crochet patterns. Whether you're a complete beginner or you've been crocheting for years but still find patterns confusing, Amanda will be your patient pattern partner every step of the way.
From written instructions and stitch abbreviations to charts and tricky techniques, Amanda breaks complex patterns down into simple, easy-to-understand steps. With a calm, supportive teaching style, she helps students (ages 12+) build the confidence to tackle any crochet project—from granny squares and scarves to garments, blankets, and beyond.
Amanda also specializes in helping students understand colorwork, garment construction, and other techniques that often feel intimidating at first.
See more
About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Whether you're picking up a crochet hook for the very first time or you've been crocheting for years but can't make sense of written patterns, these lessons are designed for you.
As your crochet pattern partner, I'll help you build the skills and confidence to understand crochet patterns so you can confidently tackle projects on your own. Together we'll learn how to read abbreviations, understand repeats, interpret stitch counts, troubleshoot mistakes, and approach new projects with confidence.
Have a pattern that's been sitting in your stash because it feels overwhelming? Bring it to class! We'll work through it together, one section at a time, until you understand not only what to do, but why you're doing it.
If you're brand new to crochet, we'll start with the fundamentals: how to hold your hook, maintain comfortable yarn tension, master essential stitches, and create a solid foundation before moving on to reading written patterns.
Every lesson is tailored to your goals and taught in a calm, patient, and encouraging environment. Whether you want to finish your first scarf, tackle a beautiful sweater, or finally understand that intimidating pattern you've had saved for years, I'll guide you every step of the way.
See more
Reviews
All of our reviews are collected by us and are 100% reliable. They correspond to a real experience had by the students of Amanda.
5 (7 reviews)
Perfect! It was pleasant and encouraging.
- It was lovely meeting Imran and his daughter, and I'm excited to begin this adventure together!Amanda's response :
Perfect! Amanda is patient and knows her stuff! Very pleasant to work with!
- Debbie was a pleasure to meet, and her excitement for learning was easy to see and definitely admire. Looking forward to the future!Amanda's response :
Perfect! We had a wonderful session with Amanda! She's so patient and has such a talent for teaching kids. She's also extremely knowledgeable. We look forward to more sessions with Amanda.
- So excited to start this journey with Katerina and her family - these folks are a teacher's dream with sunny attitudes, willingness to help each other, and great fun!! Looking forward to more lessons with this awesome crew!Amanda's response :
Perfect! The tutoring experience with Amanda was wonderful! My daughter enjoyed her lesson immensely and is excited to learn more with crochet!
- I thoroughly enjoyed working with Rynnel and her family on beginning crochet - it was picked very quickly, and I'm excited to continue teaching! Very kind and responsive students, a pleasure to teach!Amanda's response :
Perfect! Amanda is super patient and fun to be with! Very professional with lots of experience, I highly recommend her for beginner crochet learners.
- Laura is a fabulous student - very calm and patient, and very hardworking! I've enjoyed guiding her through expanding her crochet knowledge and have a great time while doing it.Amanda's response :
Perfect! Amanda is so kind and patient. She gives concise instructions and has a great set-up for virtual lessons that allows her to provide clear visual demonstrations at the same time. If something isn't clicking, she takes the time to revisit and offers multiple ways to approach a skill or challenge.
- Sarah and Norah are a fun, interested pair who have been very kind and excited to learn! I've enjoyed teaching them very much, and look forward to more lessons in the future.Amanda's response :
Perfect! She is nice and helpful
- Althea was very kind and knew exactly what she was looking for!Amanda's response :
See more reviews
See more
Rates
Rate
- $36
Pack prices
- 5h: $178
- 10h: $355
free lessons
The first lesson with Amanda will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 30mins
online
- $36/h
Details
The fine print:
Amanda's work hours are 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Eastern time Monday-Friday.
I do offer extended hours (up to 9 p.m. on weekdays and weekend hours) with 24 hours notice. Happy to accommodate your schedules!
No fees/issues with cancellations or moving lesson time/date, please just let me know as soon as possible.
And if you ever have any issues or feedback, please let me know - I am happy to hear what will make our sessions better for you!
Similar tutors in Richmond
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Patrick
Auckland & online- Ambassador
Professional engineer with university honours grade and ncea excellence endorsement. personalised tutoring for mathematics, science & engineering papers. co-founder of elev8 academy.
- $45/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Aref
Auckland & online- Ambassador
Software engineer & teaching assistant at university of auckland. straight e's ncea graduate with 3 scholarship awards in calculus
- $80/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Kajana
Auckland & online- Ambassador
Tuition for maths, chemistry, biology and physics for year 9 to undergrads including ncea, ib, cambridge - igcse and a level by a graduate in biomedical engineering from imperial college london uk
- $110/h
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Eman
Auckland & online- Ambassador
An experienced teacher for more than 20 years in physics, maths, and sciences. personalised plan per student. tutoring up to the foundation years of medicine and engineering, and numeracy tests prep.
- $60/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Kian
Auckland & online- Ambassador
Engineering graduate with ncea excellence: personalised mentoring and tutoring. 5+ years of proven experience
- $89/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Luka
Auckland & online- Ambassador
4th year uoa medical student tutoring -> 4 core biomed papers + mmi+ ucat for mbchb entry at the university of auckland
- $80/h
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Catherine
Hamilton & online- Ambassador
Affordable & well-resourced te reo lessons by a skilled level 7, full-time tutor.
- $40/h
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Sophie
Auckland & online- Ambassador
Ncea biology tutoring online - 3rd year biomedical science student at the university of auckland
- $60/h
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Sylvia
Auckland & online- Confirmed
Illustrator/comic artist based in auckland, who specializes in drawing, storytelling, and depicting emotion via illustration and comics. with 2 yrs figure drawing teaching experience in the us
- $60/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Kanwal
Auckland & online- Ambassador
- nz registered secondary teacher currently teaching - 10 years of secondary teaching/tutoring
- $60/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Sharon
Auckland & online- Super tutor
Sing and perform with confidence! private vocal coaching, based in west auckland specialising in popular music.
- $80/h
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Joy
Auckland & online- Ambassador
Graduate of education chemistry. checkpoint science, igcse, o' level, and as chemistry tutor. a' level chemistry examiner. 10 years of teaching experience and 5 years of online tutoring.
- $20/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Agil
Auckland & online- Ambassador
Fide master and u16 world champion: a clear method for finding your next move
- $85/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Gerry
& online- Super tutor
Taking an ielts exam soon? 16 years' experience of teaching international students and helping them succeed!
- $40/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Maz
Auckland & online- Super tutor
English language tutor for all ages. from kindergarten children preparing for school, to adults who are simply wanting to improve their english. interactive and fun!
- $75/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Kylie
Auckland & online- Ambassador
He kakano ahau, kia puawai. teaching of basic, level 2 and level 4 in te reo māori me ōna tikanga. everyone and anyone welcome.
- $50/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Paul
Auckland & online- Ambassador
Maths tutoring at all levels from primary through to undergraduate - including ncea, scholarship and cambridge - science doctorate from the university of auckland: 10+ years of tutoring experience.
- $59/h
-
![]( "teacher_picture")
Pounamu
Tāmaki Makaurau & online- Ambassador
Learn te reo māori through a holistic te ao māori approach with a first class honours graduate and university medalist.
- $60/h
-
See tutors
