Thoughts on the importance of gauge (tension) in my Tunisian crochet patterns

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Why gauge (tension) matters so much with my Tunisian crochet patterns.

FREE CAL PATTERN: Buffalo Check (Gingham) 12″ (30.5 cm) Square Afghan Block

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Tunisian Blanket CAL 2022, hosted by Arunima Goel with KnitterKnotter.com. This is my design contribution. I hope you enjoy it.

CROCHET PATTERN with Video Tutorials: Take a Stand Square – On-point Checkered Tunisian Afghan Block 12″ (30.5 cm)

Take-a-Stand Square On-point, Checkered Afghan Block 12” (30.5 cm) Tunisian Crochet Pattern in US Terminology by Cheryl Dee Floyd Click this paragraph to see pattern in my Etsy shop: This three-color square is perfect for throws, shawls, bags, baby blankets, pillow covers, etc. Worked in Tunisian simple stitch, this design can be completed with a … Continue reading CROCHET PATTERN with Video Tutorials: Take a Stand Square – On-point Checkered Tunisian Afghan Block 12″ (30.5 cm)

FREE CROCHET PATTERN: Easy Single Crochet Square with Invisible Seam and No Curvy Lines 12″ (31 cm)

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No blocking is needed! Invisible seam! The traditional method of working a center-out square in single crochet results in “swirling,” which becomes more pronounced as more rounds are added. Traditionally, care is taken not to skip any stitches. This results in extra bulk at the corners and curvy diagonals, instead of straight ones. In order … Continue reading FREE CROCHET PATTERN: Easy Single Crochet Square with Invisible Seam and No Curvy Lines 12″ (31 cm)

CROCHET PATTERN: “Slippery Moss Scarf” new technique, warm, stretchy, EASY!

===> New pattern published in my Etsy shop. Try this new technique of working a slip stitch followed by a chain. Slip stitches are worked into the back loops of the chains from the previous row. This technique yields a lighter, more supple fabric than standard slip-stitch-only fabric.See the free video tutorial to get a … Continue reading CROCHET PATTERN: “Slippery Moss Scarf” new technique, warm, stretchy, EASY!

PROJECT NOTES: Tunisian Blanket CAL 2022 – Square #1 – Tunisian Shells Blanket Square – 12″ (30 cm) – by Pia Thadani

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#knitterknottertunisianblanketcal2022 Find the pattern for Square #1 here. Scroll to the very bottom and look for the link to Square #1. Pia has graciously made a video that demonstrates part of this project, which I found very helpful. https://www.facebook.com/pia.thadani/videos/2821445084828194 Size. 12” x 12” Yarn. Approximately 1.6 oz / 83 yds medium weight (#4) yarn. In … Continue reading PROJECT NOTES: Tunisian Blanket CAL 2022 – Square #1 – Tunisian Shells Blanket Square – 12″ (30 cm) – by Pia Thadani

CROCHET PATTERN with Free Video Tutorial: Tunisian Heart Applique

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Sweetness and Light - Tunisian Crochet Heart Applique Crochet Pattern in US Terminology by Cheryl Dee Floyd These fun little hearts are small enough they can be worked with a regular crochet hook. A Tunisian crochet hook is not required. Use them as patches on clothing or as appliques on tote bags, hats, baby blankets, … Continue reading CROCHET PATTERN with Free Video Tutorial: Tunisian Heart Applique

CROCHET PATTERN WITH FREE VIDEO TUTORIAL: Tunisian Crochet Square Worked on the Bias – 12″ (30 cm)

Watch the YouTube video to see how I make this square, one triangle at a time, with an outer-edge decrease on each row. Learn now to do the modified Tunisian simple stitch (mod TSS). Then, if you're interested, purchase the written pattern in my Etsy shop. The written pattern has been professionally edited and fully … Continue reading CROCHET PATTERN WITH FREE VIDEO TUTORIAL: Tunisian Crochet Square Worked on the Bias – 12″ (30 cm)

CROCHET PATTERN with FREE VIDEO TUTORIAL: Poinsettia Flower in a Square 6″ (15 cm)

Video tutorial part 1: Flower. https://youtu.be/NNIQawgNoOI Video tutorial part 2: Adding rounds to make a square. https://youtu.be/AuUfzzzGPSo The written pattern is now published in my Etsy shop. This pretty holiday flower is a great project for yarn scraps. Make just the flower for an applique or add rounds to make it a square for blankets, … Continue reading CROCHET PATTERN with FREE VIDEO TUTORIAL: Poinsettia Flower in a Square 6″ (15 cm)