Crochet Lab on Craftsy

I have just started my first crochet class online at Craftsy: Crochet Lab with Vickie Howell (Basic Techniques and Patterns).  First impression:  I heart Vickie Howell.  She's just the right amount of quirky and perky and I love the stuff she makes.  She is now tied in my heart with Debbie Stoller of Stitch 'n Bitch. 

Here is what I get along with my class (for $15):

• Access to the class at any time, as many times and for as long as I want.
• Ability to skip around within the class sections, do 30 second repeats (perfect for following along) or pause the video.
• The ability to ask questions and participate in discussions with my classmates and instructor.
• Ability to create notes, which will be bookmarked on the video in my account.
• And access to printable class materials.

I came to the realization that I need a sort of starter-yarn (my mom's stuff is way too fancy), so I'm going to Joann and Michael's today to pick up a skein.  I'm hoping to find Stitch Nation's Bamboo Ewe in a light blue.  And I'm considering picking up whatever size hook it recommends, even though I have a set, because I want to try one with an ergonomic grip.  My right hand is crazy sore from crocheting last night.

Sunday is Crochet Day, so hopefully I'll have a sample of my awfulness to show you then!