If you’ve ever looked at a crochet project and thought, “That almost looks knitted,” chances are it was made using Tunisian crochet.
Tunisian stitch is a beautiful technique that blends the look of knitting with the comfort of crochet — and the best part? It’s much easier to learn than it looks.
If you’re ready to try something new with your yarn, this is a great place to start.
What Is Tunisian Crochet?
Tunisian crochet uses a long hook (similar to a knitting needle with a hook on the end) and works in two steps:
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Forward pass – you pick up loops across the row
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Return pass – you work those loops back off the hook
Unlike regular crochet, you don’t turn your work after every row. This creates a thicker fabric with gorgeous texture.
Why Crocheters Love Tunisian Stitch
Tunisian crochet is popular because it:
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Creates a knit-like look
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Has beautiful texture
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Makes a warm, sturdy fabric
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Is perfect for blankets, scarves, hats, and dishcloths
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Uses familiar crochet motions — just slightly different
It’s a wonderful next step once you’re comfortable with basic crochet stitches.
The Basic Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS)
The Tunisian Simple Stitch is usually the first stitch beginners learn.
Here’s the basic idea:
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Insert your hook under the vertical bar
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Yarn over and pull up a loop
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Leave the loop on the hook
You repeat this across the row, then work the return pass by yarn over and pulling through loops until one loop remains.
That’s it — you’ve just completed a Tunisian row!
I made several styles of kitchen boas for Christmas gifts, and this is one that can brighten up your kitchen throughout the winter. If you’re well versed in Tunisian stitch, this will be a simple project for you. If you’ve never done it before, this is the perfect easy project to learn Tunisian or afghan stitch. There’s also a YouTube tutorial to help you through it. https://youtu.be/_4QHPqtdys4
Materials:
I Love This Cotton worsted weight yarn
3.5 oz blue
1 oz. white
Crochet hook size G (4.0 mm)
Yarn needle
8” x 20” (20 cm x 51 cm) Kitchen Towel
Needle and Thread
Directions:
Row 1: With blue yarn, ch 20, Tunisian st in 2nd ch and each rem ch (19 sc). This should measure approximately 4” across.
Row 2: Work in Tunisian st until piece measures 37”. Bind off blue yarn. When sewn to both sides of the kitchen towel, the boa will measure approximately 68”. If shorter or longer boa is needed, adjust the length of the crocheted piece.
Work snowflake pattern in white yarn using cross-stitch (or duplicate st if you prefer). Skip 2 rows and work another snowflake above it. Repeat 2 snowflakes on opposite end.
Cut towel in half and serge or zigzag raw edges. Fold edges to middle and sew edge.
Fold edges again to middle and sew in place. This will give you a width of approximately 4”.
Hand sew or machine sew this edge of towel to back side of crocheted piece.
Block boa and weave in all ends.
PDF download is available at Snowflake Kitchen Boa Crochet Pattern in Tunisian Stitch
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- February 21 – Sunday Spotlight on Itchin’ for Some Stitchin’
- February 23 – Mother’s Day Gifts Blog Hop
- Easter blog roundup
- New designs for February on Patreon
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