Crochet Freebie: The Complete Internet Guide to the Tunisian Crochet Stitch

Anyone that knows me well can tell you one thing for sure: I'm avid about crochet. From the sketches for future pattern ideas that litter my crochet coffee table to the piles of skeins of yarn in varying weights and colors spilling out from beneath it, you can't miss one of my passionate hobbies.

The hard thing about crochet is simply learning the techniques and finding quality patterns. For most of us, the joy behind crochet is creation - but since it's a hobby for many, we don't always have a ton of money to spend on books teaching the coolest patterns or latest stitches. So we scour the internet, and it can be a frustrating search.

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Crochet Freebie: All About the Tunisian Crochet Stitch

The Tunisian Crochet Stitch often goes by a couple of other names: Tunisian Knit Stitch and Afghan Stitch.

Often called a knit or afghan stitch, the Tunisian Crochet Stitch is so called because it resembles a knitted stocking (stockinette) stitch that is nearly identical to the look of knitting. Some people go so far as to refer to the technique as 'knitting with a crochet hook'; while the finished fabric does resemble a knit piece, it has less stretch and is considerably thicker than a truly knit piece would have.

However, this is a beloved stitch to have in your crochet stitch repertoire because it does create such clean, knitted looking pieces. Just remember to go light on the weight of your yarn.

1. 6 Reasons Why Crochet Lovers Should Learn to Do Tunisian Afghan Stitch

2. Learning the Tunisian Crochet (Tunisian Knit) Stitch

3. Beyond the Basics - Get In-Depth With the Tunisian Stitch

4. Free Beginner Tunisian Afghan Stitch and Crochet Soap Saver Pattern

5. Free Beginner Tunisian Afghan Stitch Bookmark Pattern

6. Free Intermediate Tunisian Afghan Stitch Bag Pattern

7. Free Intermediate Tunisian Afghan Stitch "Bamboo Stitch" Beanie Pattern

8. Free Intermediate Tunisian Afghan Stitch Kindle Kozy Pattern

9. Free Advanced Tunisian Afghan Stitch Fleur de Lis Afghan Pattern

10. Free Advanced Tunisian Afghan Stitch iPod Hoodie Pattern

Happy crocheting and I'll be back with a new 'set' of crochet goodies soon!