Exploring Tunisian Crochet: All the Basics plus Stitches and Techniques to Take Your Crochet to the Next Level; 20 Beautiful Wraps, Scarves, and More

by Lori Harrison

Overview

Your one-stop Tunisian crochet resource is here!

Whether you are completely new to Tunisian crochet or you already love it and are ready to move beyond the basic stitches, Exploring Tunisian Crochet has the step-by-step instructions you need to master any Tunisian crochet technique. Photo tutorials for basic stitches and advanced stitches (for both left- and right-handed crocheters) get you started on the road to success. Complete your education with expert tips and techniques.

Once you've practiced the stitches, you'll be ready to crochet any of the 20 stunning patterns for shawls, scarves, hats, and more. You'll be amazed at the versatility of Tunisian fabrics you can make with the variety of stitches in this book, from lacy shawls with beautiful drape to stretchy hats and mittens and color work shawls and scarves. The advanced crochet stitches you'll learn open a whole new world of possibilities!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780811772235
Publisher:	Globe Pequot Publishing
Publication date:	11/07/2023
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Lori Harrison is the Tunisian crochet designer behind Aklori Designs. Designing since 2017, she strives to create enjoyable, inclusive, and easy-to-follow garment and accessory patterns for all levels of Tunisian crochet enthusiasts. As an engineer in her day job, she designs as a way to nurture her creative side while also relaxing at the end of the day. Influenced by her engineering background, patterns are concise but comprehensive and tailored to the experience level required for the pattern. Lori lives in Tucson, Arizona with her husband, three cats, and a sassy Shiba Inu.

Be sure to use #ExploringTC when sharing your projects on social media and tag @akloridesigns. Find even more Tunisian crochet to explore on her website akloridesigns.com.

Table of Contents

CONTENTS

Introduction

Getting Started

Tunisian Crochet Hooks and Tools

Beginning Your Tunisian Crochet Journey

Tunisian Crochet Rows

Foundation Row

Stitch Anatomy

Tunisian Simple Stitch

Tunisian Edge Stitch

Standard Return Pass

Bind-off Row

Basic Stitches

Tunisian Purl Stitch

Tunisian Knit Stitch

Tunisian Reverse Stitch

Tunisian Full Stitch

Basic Techniques

Increases

Decreases

Color Changes

Joins

Finishing

Dealing with Common Problems

Venturing Beyond the Basics: Modified Stitches and Variations

Tunisian Simple Stitch Variations

Other Stitch Variations

Extended Stitches

Intermediate and Advanced Techniques

Magic Ring Foundation Row

Tunisian Crochet Cables

Tunisian Crochet in the Round

Stretchy Bind-off

How to Read a Pattern

Yarn and Notions

Fit

Pattern Notations

Swatching and Gauge

Blocking

Difficulty Level

Pattern Modifications

Abbreviations

Patterns

Trailhead Cowl

Switchback Scarf

Ridgeline Scarf

Waterfall Shawl

Daytrip Cowl

Trekking Shawl

Water’s Edge Shawl

Wild Berries Shawl

Wanderlust Scarf

Vista Shawl

Compass Shawl

Wandering Path Scarf

Stargazer Shawl

Trailblazer Shawl

Treeline Mitts

Treeline Hat

Crossroads Cowl

Intrepid Capelet

Moonlight Wrap

Sunset Shawl

Resources

Acknowledgments

Index of Stitch Tutorials

Abbreviations

Visual Index

What People are Saying About This

The Loopy Lamb - Ashley Parker

Lori has provided an extensive, value-packed book that opens up a whole new world of possibilities for tunisian crochet.  Lori shows off the versatility of tunisian fabrics with her color work shawls and lacy shawls that have beautiful drape.
Whether you’re new to the tunisian crochet technique and are looking to get started or are an experienced tunisian crocheter looking for some more advanced crochet stitches and projects, Exploring Tunisian Crochet is a must-have resource.

Editorial Reviews

"Thorough and incredibly well-written, Exploring Tunisian Crochet is a godsend for aspiring stitchers. Lori guides makers through the basics of the craft, then pushes boundaries by adding intermediate level techniques and modified stitches. The final volume is informative without being overwhelming, and transitions into 20 eye-catching designs. This one is a must-have for your craft library." - Toni Lipsey, Author, The Tunisian Crochet Handbook

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