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MASTER CROCHET?

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Introducing the American Crochet Association!

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Start Your Journey Today!

The American Crochet Association is your personal journey to crochet mastery.
We offer a twelve course Learning Path that’s easily managed with one new lesson every week!

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There is Nothing Like the ACA:

You'll Learn from the Best

Every month you will get a world-class course by a leading crochet expert.

As a crochet professional, I know how important details are to really advance your skills. Our content is sourced from leading experts so you can learn from the best in the industry.

Bite-size lessons are easy to follow!

We believe good habits bring great results, and that’s why we offer one new lesson each week! We want our courses to be quick, fun, easy to access, and highly rewarding! In just 30 minutes a week, you’ll master every topic we cover!.

We’re doing this together!

We offer more than just monthly courses, because we want to build a strong community! Crochet is such a treasured social outlet, and we believe your learning path can be, too.

I’m here to help!

As the founder and lead educator, I’m right here to help keep you on track! If you’re looking for a fun path to build your skills, earn credentials to show your progress, and a community to keep you accountable - you’ve found it!

Salena Baca, Founder & Host

12 COURSE LEARNING PATH

The ACA 12 course Learning Path is split into 3 progressive crochet levels:

Level 1

Yarns

Weights, types, colors, label reading, substitution and care!

Swatch

From gauge and size, to function and feel, swatches are tools!

Pattern Reading

From beginner to expert, you’ll be reading instructions and charts!

Tools

Discover the best tools to add to crochet arsenal, and how to use them!

Level 2

Pattern Sourcing

From online to in-hand, discover the best ways to find (and organize) your patterns!

Sizing

From afghans to socks, knowing how to size your next project is crucial!

Seams & Joins

Knowing a variety of methods can really expand the projects you’ll try!

Finishing

Find techniques that will secure any project, and make them look seamless!

Level 3

Basic Stitches

Define basic crochet stitches, especially for beginners!

Complex Stitches

Shells and chevrons are a plenty, learn the basics & beyond!

Specialty Stitches

Learn how tools can create broomstick, hairpin & tunisian designs!

Color Work

Tapestry, Fair Isle, Intarsia & more!

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & TRAINING

American Crochet Association Professional Development

CROCHET INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

By invitation only, after successfully completing Level 1 with the ACA

PATTERN WRITING TRAINING

By invitation only, after successfully completing Level 1 & 2 with the ACA

TECHNICAL EDITOR TRAINING

By invitation only, after successfully completing Level 1, 2 & 3 with the ACA

Try the ACA Risk-Free!

No Commitment, Cancel Any Time

With the ACA, there are no locked contracts. You can stay for as short or as long as you like, and you can cancel your membership anytime!

Cutting-Edge Learning Technology

The ACA uses leading technology that will elevate your online learning experience! Take your courses and lessons on-the-go, via desktop, mobile, or tablet anytime!

Rockstar Customer Support

Our support team consistently works to give our members the best experience! We care about your happiness and we want you to be successful!

3 Ways the ACA Will Transform Your Life

You'll Learn and You'll Earn!

Every lesson is complete with a quiz to test your knowledge and skill! When you pass all 4 lessons in a course you'll receive a personalized certificate of completion to show your mastery of a subject!

You'll be Part of a Community That Cares About Education!

First and foremost, we are dedicated to helping crocheters to help themselves. Our community offers support and guidance so that your journey to crochet mastery is a success!

You'll learn from the best!

The ACA was created by leading experts and professionals in the crochet community. Our strong ties in this industry allow us to bring a variety of experts to help you master any topic in the crochet world!

What people have to say about the ACA's mission:

Oh gosh. I just love the ACA. Every chance I get to talk about it, I do.

I LOVE the new layout. For me, it's easier for me to stay focused with the new learning path. When too much information is offered at once I get easily distracted and therefore I don't retain the information as well. So I was stoked when you introduced the new learning paths. I definitely feel more confident about yarn and have shared some of my newfound knowledge to other fiber artists that I know.

I also just checked and I received my certificate!!! I cannot wait for the next course to start! Thanks for all the hard work you guys do at the ACA. I just can't say enough good things about it. Proud to be an ACA member!

Amanda Pippin

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I have personally gone from confident beginner to intermediate level in almost a years time! There is so much to learn about crocheting, and the teaching here is top notch! Each lesson is just right for any level of crocheter. I recommend the ACA every chance I get, simply put...it's amazing!

Amanda W.

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I love the ACA. The courses are informative and help me build my crochet skills and resumè, and the community is so supportive of each other. It's a beautiful thing really.

Amanda P.

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I love the ACA!

The classes are very informative - even for crocheters who think they know everything). And, I love that I get rewarded with a certificate for passing the lessons!!

Courtney K.

What people have to say about the ACA's learning platform:

For me, the length of class is about right. I work days and am a musician in the evenings so am glad the courses aren't too long. They are packed with good information too. I appreciate the handouts and slides so I could review just what I needed before the tests. It got me out looking at yarn - I didn't realize there were classifications. I always thought the subgroups were how you bought yarn ("Use a worsted for this pattern.")

Thank you for your time to prepare and organize all of this information for us.

Cherly Leckie

Become a Member of the ACA Today!

$10 / Month

When You Join The ACA
You Will Get:

One new course on a different aspect of crochet mastery every month.

Key insights from some of the best minds in the fiber arts community.

A community where you can engage, interact, and grow with others just like you!

An expert host who will guide you every step of the way!

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No Commitment - Cancel Anytime!

If you don't love your first course or the ACA is just not for you,
let us know and we'll cancel your account!

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