Tunisian knitting: crocheted masterpieces

Tunisian crochet is performed not standard, but special, which is two to three times longer than usual. Its length is about 35-40 centimeters. At the end of such a hook there is a stopper that prevents the knitting from slipping. Also available are circular

hooks that look like circular knitting needles. Tunisian hooks of various diameters are used to work with various yarns, as well as to obtain a diverse density of fabric. In the process of knitting, the Tunisian hook is held like an ordinary knitting needle.

Knitting basics

It is important to understand for everyone who decided to do needlework and takes the first lessons - crocheting of the Tunisian fabric is done on only one side. Work in odd (front rows) is carried out from left to right, and in even (wrong) rows - vice versa. However, the product does not rotate during operation.

In order to start Tunisian crocheting, you need to dial the required number of air loops, plus one for lifting. Next, for knitting the first front row, a set of loops on the hook is made by pulling from each type-set, starting from the second. In the next row (the so-called wrong side), all the loops, except the last, are closed. To work with the circuit, it is important to remember that the set and closing of loops are considered as one row.

The canvas obtained with this method is very dense. Therefore , Tunisian knitting is ideal for knitting blankets, bags, rugs, bedspreads and other similar products. Knit all these items with knitting needles longer, and yarn consumption will be significantly greater.

Shutdown

Unlike traditional, Tunisian crochet must necessarily end with a closing row. To make the edge neat, at the end it is necessary to tie a row of single crochet or connecting posts.

Loop reduction techniques

1. Decrease from the edge of the canvas is made in the front row. For this hook
   
   is introduced simultaneously into the vertical parts of the adjacent two loops and one loop is extended. To reduce more loops, connecting posts are knitted over them.
2. Decrease inside the row: where the loop should be reduced, in the front row, the hook is inserted immediately into the two vertical parts of the loops, from which one is drawn.

Adding loops

1. At the beginning of knitting: at the end of the back row, the air loops are knitted in the required amount, plus one for lifting. In the next row, the added air loops fit as usual.
2. At the end of the row: after knitting the front row, throw on the hook the required number of crochets. In the subsequent wrong side, they are knitted as usual.
3. Inside the row: the hook is inserted into the horizontal part located between the vertical parts of the loops, and a new loop is pulled.

Tunisian crochet patterns

The previously described method of knitting is called "simple Tunisian knitting." Other patterns can also be crocheted for this type of needlework:

1. Straight braid: First, perform a series of simple Tunisian knitting. In the next - they skip the loop, knit the second, and then return to the first. The result is a crossover. Close the hinges as with simple knitting.
2. Oblique braid: two rows are performed as in the previous pattern. In the third, the first loop is knitted as usual, and the second and third are crossed. Alternate the second and third row until the end of knitting.

Tunisian knitting allows you to knit dense products that hold their shape well. When performing garments in this way, it is important to make allowances for a loose fit.