Learn Tunisian Crochet Colorwork


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Crocheters know that Tunisian crochet is special because the finished piece looks like knitting yet is worked entirely on a crochet hook. Crocheters have long since envied the beautiful colorwork designs of knit pieces. Now you can learn how to crochet the same beautiful colorwork designs using Tunisian crochet! Join expert Rohn Strong as he reviews all the basic Tunisian crochet stitches and then applies them to pieces with vibrant colorwork patterns. His hands-on, step-by-step demonstrations will give you the confidence to succeed at crocheting your own garments and accessories with attractive colorwork designs. In this class you'll learn how to work Tunisian knit and purl stitches, honeycomb stitch, simple stitch, and double stitch; work four different colorwork techniques; make crisp and clean color changes; duplicate the Fair Isle technique of knitting with Tunisian crochet; crochet a Norwegian star design; lock in floats to prevent unsightly snags; add hat shaping with Tunisian simple stitch; seam pieces invisibly; and beautifully finish your class projects with slip stitch, single crochet, or crab stitch. This video class includes complete instructions to make five exclusive projects: Peaked Head Warmer, Easy Checkered Cowl, Jewel-Tone Hat & Scarf, and Tunisian Reader's Wrap. A pattern CD-ROM with five exclusive projects accompanies the class DVD, which is both PC and MAC compatible and can also be played on Region 1 DVD players.




Tunisian Crochet Workshop


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A comprehensive guide to all the basic Tunisian stitches and techniques from the designer behind the crochet blog Poppy & Bliss. Tunisian Crochet Workshop will help you on your way with step-by-step instructions for techniques, including colorwork, shaping, and working in the round. Once you’ve tried your hand at the workshops, there are also twelve beautiful, contemporary designs to create. With projects ranging from fashion accessories to decorative homewares, there is something for everyone!




Fair Isle Tunisian Crochet


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Intimidated by knitting with all the colors needed to create a beautiful Fair Isle pattern? Now you can get the look of colorwork knitting with the ease of Tunisian crochet!




Learn Tunisian Crochet in the Round


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This amazing book is filled with step-by-step photos and instructions to create stitch square blocks with beautiful graphic designs! The basic differences between regular Tunisian and Tunisian in the Round (TITR) are that the stitches are picked up on the forward pass and worked off on the return pass differently. &·Regular Tunisian crochet uses 1 hook, 1 ball of yarn and the work is never turned. TITR uses 2 connected hooks, 2 ball of yarn and the work is turned. &·Regular Tunisian the forward and return pass are worked on the right side facing and TITR the forward pass is worked on the right side and the return pass on the wrong side.The book includes an 11-Step Photo Tutorial for Tunisian in the Round, and sections that explain how to read stitch charts for TITR Plus a section outlining tools, Tunisian Stitches, and Techniques for Tunisian in the Round. 15 different stitch blocks have the same number of rounds used so blankets can be easily made larger or smaller by altering the number of blocks. Blocks include Fair Isle, Elephants, Hearts & more. Includes 2 afghans, 2 baby blankets and 2 tote bags.




The Tunisian Crochet Handbook


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From fiber artist Toni Lipsey of TL Yarn Craft, an introduction to the craft of Tunisian crochet—a unique crochet style that looks more like knitting—with 20 projects for beginners. There are hundreds of books that explore traditional crochet, but there are few that reference the concept of Tunisian crochet or present it in a modern, approachable way. The Tunisian Crochet Handbook introduces this fascinating and rewarding technique with a wide array of stitches and design possibilities. The goal of this book is to guide crocheters step-by-step through Tunisian crochet, starting with tools and yarns, transitioning into how-to’s and stitches, and finishing with easy but engaging patterns. Every shawl, garment, and accessory featured takes makers beyond the basics, introducing new stitches to expand their skill sets. In this way, author Toni Lipsey is reintroducing crochet and encouraging makers to explore the craft further with each new design. Crochet continues to grow in popularity, and this guidebook offers a new take on the timeless classic, one that readers won’t be able to find anywhere else. Includes instructional sections and patterns, complete with the necessary schematics and styled, chic photographs.




Reversible Color Crochet


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Create completely reversible colorwork afghans and more! Innovative crocheter Laurinda Reddig created a unique and award-winning form of crochet that produces clear images that look exactly the same on both sides. Learn about this new method along with 28 reversible squares suitable for afghans or other items, make one of the 10 projects that use them, or find inspiration to design your own! Laurinda explains the basics of her technique and how to work with multiple colors at the same time. She demonstrates how to create graphic colorwork squares that range from simple geometric angles and shapes to a variety of picture squares including quilt-inspired blocks, flowers, the sun & moon, robots, aliens, and other fun projects for children. Create all 10 afghan projects complete with directions for joining, edging, and any additional stitch patterns used. Open your eyes to a whole new crochet technique--you won't want to miss it!




Tunisian Crochet Stitch Guide


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KNITTING. Kim introduces you to 14 stitches that are the building blocks of Tunisian Crochet. Spend a little time learning to read the charts and getting familiar with each stitch and then you'll be ready to progress into more complex patterns including colour and lacework.




Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Tunisian Crochet


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Get the look of knitted fabric-with ease of crochet! Including: *Clear instructions *Photos of all stitches and techniques *9 beautiful projects




Tunisian Sampler Blanket & Pillow


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Tunisian crochet, sometimes called afghan crochet, is a crochet technique that uses an elongated crochet hook with a stopper. A combination of knitting, crocheting, and weaving, Tunisian crochet features both a forward pass and a return pass, giving the piece a unique fabric all to itself. You will find 33 stitches that include a blend of beginner, easy, and intermediate skill levels. Purchase includes access to an online tutorial for help with the more complicated stitches. Lace, colorwork, textural, and beginner stitches create an ever-evolving afghan that you can't put down without working just one more row! Afghan is 46" wide and 54" long; pillow is 12".




Learn to Tunisian Crochet


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If you've considered learning Tunisian crochet but thought it was perhaps too hard or intimidating, this video crochet class is for you. This beginner-level DVD tutorial makes learning the basic Tunisian crochet technique easy and fun. Longtime Tunisian crochet instructor Kim Guzman has taught thousands of crocheters from all over the world this exciting technique, and she can teach you, too. In this class, you'll learn about Tunisian crochet hooks and how to hold them when working Tunisian stitches, how to work the Tunisian foundation row by opening and closing stitches, the basic Tunisian stitches—the simple stitch, the knit stitch, and the purl stitch—how to bind off, and all you need to know about ribbing, seaming, felting, and more. Create three fabulous crochet projects using the three taught stitches.