30 Tunisian Crochet Stitches and Tutorials

This simple stitch is a great choice for getting started with learning Tunisian crochet. Once you get the hang of it, you can use this stitch with virtually any yarn weight, from lightweight options to super bulky. This beginner-level stitch is a good choice for making scarves, clothing, and all sorts of other patterns!

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A play on the regular simple stitch, this twisted stitch has a little more flair. Still, it’s a basic stitch that’s good for beginners and can be used on a variety of projects. This pattern includes video tutorials for both right-handed and left-handed crocheters.

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Here’s a stitch that gives you a knit-like fabric - but it’s made with Tunisian crochet! The placement of the hook and the way you pull up the loops is what gives this stitch a different look compared to other Tunisian crochet stitches.

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This stitch makes a pattern that looks like little “V”s on one side, while the other side of the fabric looks more similar to single crochets. This one doesn’t include written instructions, but it has an excellent video tutorial!

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This stitch looks incredibly similar to the purl stitch that is made with knitting. The detailed, written instructions and helpful video that are included in this tutorial will have you stitching away in no time!

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This beautiful stitch features lots of texture. It’s created very similarly to a traditional half double crochet stitch. This stitch also seems to curl a bit less easily than other Tunisian stitches.

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Here’s a Tunisian stitch that looks very similar to a regular double crochet stitch. It creates a useful fabric that looks a little bit different from the front to the back. This stitch is another one that results in minimal curling.

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Here’s a beautiful stitch that’s made using the Tunisian knit stitch and the Tunisian reverse stitch. Both left-handed and right-handed video tutorials are available for this stitch. You’ll find that there is minimal to no curling when you work the Tunisian seed stitch.

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This pretty stitch is a combination of the Tunisian knit stitch and the Tunisian purl stitch. It creates a textured fabric that would be wonderful for baby blankets, throws, or scarves.

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This stitch looks similar to a purl stitch, but with more of a tridimensional effect. This amazing stitch doesn’t curl, and because of that, it would be excellent for bordering a blanket, dishtowel, or scarf. This detailed tutorial features lots of pictures to guide you through learning this stitch.

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This option is an excellent beginner stitch that’s actually very similar to the Tunisian simple stitch. It’s a solid stitch that tends to create a drapey fabric. Lots of pictures plus some troubleshooting tricks are available in this stitch tutorial.

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This super fun stitch creates a basket weave pattern that’s full of texture! It’s similar to a traditional basket weave stitch, but it’s less bulky and uses less yarn. It also creates a more knit-like look.

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This stitch looks like - you guessed it - tiny clusters! Some also say this fabric resembles tiny clam shells. This stitch doesn’t take much thinking once you get going, so it’s very relaxing to crochet!

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This Tunisian stitch looks a little different than the traditional crochet moss stitch. It’s an easy stitch that’s created with a two-row repeat and is super versatile for making a variety of different projects.

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This brick stitch is also commonly called the grid stitch. It creates a striking, brick-like pattern that looks super impressive but isn’t too hard to make. You’ll need two different colors for this stitch. Try a variegated yarn for beautiful and easy color changes!

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This gorgeous stitch creates an interesting pattern featuring diagonal lines and delicate eyelets. It creates a drapey fabric that’s not difficult to crochet. This stitch would be a great choice for a shawl or a throw blanket.

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This Tunisian stitch creates a recognizable ribbing that looks very similar to knit ribbing. Unlike the classic knit ribbing, however, this Tunisian stitch actually does not create a very stretchy fabric. This stitch could work well for a throw blanket or as a sweater trim.

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This stitch offers a gorgeous “wave” movement that looks captivating on a variety of projects! By working stitches of varying heights, you’ll create a wave pattern that makes for a really interesting and beautiful fabric. Incorporating three different colors tends to work best for this stitch.

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Crochet bobbles make such a fun fabric, and they’re fun to make, too! To make this stitch, you’ll use the half double crochet and the double crochet. There’s both a right hand and left hand tutorial video for this stitch, along with a pictured tutorial.

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Although this lattice stitch makes an intricate-looking crisscross pattern, it’s actually ideal for beginners to make! This tutorial has detailed pictures as well as a video. This stitch would make a beautiful blanket!

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This colorful stitch pattern works well with three different shades of yarn. It creates a woven-looking fabric that’s both interesting and simple to make. This stretchy fabric gives a modern look to your blanket or whatever project you choose!

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This mesh stitch creates a lightweight fabric out of Tunisian crochet. With a couple of simple steps, you can create an alternative to the dense fabric that is more often made with Tunisian crochet. This cute stitch would be great for summer projects!

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This stitch is super versatile! It’s a rhythmic stitch that you can work while you’re watching tv or sitting by the bonfire. The horizontal lines are reminiscent of tiny braids weaving through your fabric. 

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This lace Tunisian crochet stitch is super airy and makes a beautiful, drapey fabric. It looks especially lovely with variegated yarn, and would be an ideal stitch for a scarf or a shawl. The instructions for this stitch are shown as a video tutorial.

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This stitch creates a ribbed fabric with tiny “X”s throughout. If you want to add some extra drape, try using a bigger hook than your pattern requires. This tutorial is shown as a video.

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This drop stitch creates a light, airy fabric with little to no curling. A drapey, fashionable, fall scarf would be an excellent project for using this stitch. Check out the inspiration included in this tutorial!

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This puff stitch creates a fun fabric that uses a little bit less yarn than the bobble stitch. It’s an easy stitch to work - even beginners can make it! This tutorial offers detailed written instructions with step-by-step pictures.

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This sea-themed stitch looks like little shells filling your fabric. You might also see alligator skin in this stitch pattern! This is an easy Tunisian crochet stitch that would be a great option for making a hat or bag.

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This intricate stitch forms a lacy, shell-like pattern. It’s made with a two-row repeat. This tutorial includes both a video and written instructions. 

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Did you know that you can make cables with Tunisian crochet? For this stitch, you’ll need both a Tunisian hook and a regular hook to help hold your stitches. Check out the written or video tutorial for this beautiful, four-row repeat stitch!

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