Did you know that some crochet works are compared to artworks? That’s what we can classify as the Tunisian crochet. This technique may be used for different accessories such as rugs, cushions, socks, and even in clothes.
Tunisian crochet is also known as Afghan crochet. However, its origin is African, specifically in Tunisia, a country located in the north of the African continent. Despite the stitches’ complexity, with some hints, you may create amazing works.
Tunisian crochet features
The Tunisian crochet differential is its cluster weft. So, the works with this technique become thicker and firm than the works of the most traditional crochet techniques.
With the Tunisian stitches, the piece becomes practically non-deformable, even after some washes. In this way, the works performed with this crochet technique are more resistant and durable.
The Tunisian crochet is composed of several stitches, like the other crochet techniques. Some of them are Tunisian bump stitch, treble crochet, Tunisian full stitch, Tunisian double cross stitch, and Tunisian lace stitch. However, the most used is the Tunisian simple stitch.
Pieces inspirations made with this technique
As we have mentioned earlier, it is possible to make several pieces with the Tunisian crochet technique. Look at the following blouse and rug model.
Know how to make the Tunisian simple stitch
The Tunisian simple stitch, as we have said, is the basic stitch of this technique and there are complete pieces only using it. Follow the steps to learn how to make it:
- To start the Tunisian simple stitch, you should make an adjustable stitch and 9 ch stitches with a common crochet hook.
- After this, in the adjustable stitch, start on the knot passing the yarn tip under the yarn that is attached to the ball. Pass the stitch that is in the ball inside the yarn over that you have made and pull up to adjust the initial knot.
- Change the hook and with a Tunisian crochet hook pass the yarn inside each ch, holding strongly the stitches around the hook.
- To make the round back, pass the yarn on the hook tip, and then form the yarn over on the hook.
- To the second round stitch, you should pass the yarn on the hook tip and pull two yarn overs that you have made before. This will make a stitches decrease. Make this process from back to front.
- In the end, you will have only a yarn over on the hook and with this, you will have finished the first row.
With this simple stitch, you may create several Tunisian crochet pieces for decoration or garments. Thus, don’t waste time and start training today. You can do it!