Introduction
About this book
DIRECTORY OF STITCHES
Fans and Shells
Bobbles and Clusters
Cables
Relief Stitches
Lace Stitches
Waves and Chevrons
Embellishments
Edgings
TUNISIAN CROCHET SKILLS
Yarn
Equipment
Getting started
Special stitches and techniques
Symbols and abbreviations
Index
Credit
Anna Nikipirowicz was taught to knit and crochet as a child by her very talented mother, but without practice, the skills were quickly forgotten. In 2005 she rediscovered her skills and an obsession was born. In 2014 she started designing and selling her patterns, and her designs are regularly featured in craft magazines. Anna is a keen blogger and runs her website – www.moochka.co.uk – where she shares her love of knitting and crochet. Anna is also a workshop tutor, teaching knitting and crochet across the UK. She has published four books with Search Press, and her Crocheted Wreaths for the Home (Search Press, 2020) is a best-seller.
Anna lives in Hertfordshire with her husband Dave and two cats, Ollie and Brick.
The book is packed with a directory of 150 stitches (which are all
so well explained), as well as a really useful section on Tunisian
crochet skills. Each stitch has really detailed, step-by-step
instructions, actual-size swatch pictures and charts. I’m not
particularly au fait with charts (my brain does not work that way
naturally), but thanks to the symbols and abbreviations list in the
skills section, I was able to follow the charts easily too. If I’m
honest, my Tunisian crochet skills are very limited. Of course, I
have released a Tunisian crochet shawl pattern, but this uses only
Tunisian Simple Stitch. My knowledge of other stitches is
definitely lacking! As soon as I flicked through the stitch
directory, I was making lists of stitches I wanted to try and
getting ideas for future designs. I decided to work up a couple of
swatches to try out some new stitches, and honestly, I had so much
fun. To be fair, since I have a one-year-old to take care of every
day, my yarn time these days is very precious, but this truly was
like a breath of fresh air. I'm really looking forward to using
some of these stitches (and more) in future designs. The stitches I
tried were Rib Stitch (variegated yarn), Lace Shell II (purple
yarn) and Diamond Lace (grey yarn). The Rib Stitch is pretty simple
but super effective, and I love how it worked up in this gorgeous
variegated yarn - the yarn made a relatively simple stitch really
shine. The Lace Shell II blew my mind. I had no idea Tunisian
crochet could look like that! I actually think I over-stretched my
swatch a little when I blocked it, but the shells are so pretty and
delicate. I can imagine this stitch would be fabulous for a summery
shawl or wrap. The Diamond Lace was my first try at lace in
Tunisian crochet, and now I want to try all the lace stitches! This
would be so striking as a panel on a garment or even a shawl. Next
up on my list to try are Tunisian crochet cables! […] This book
fits that bill perfectly! You should definitely get your hands on
it if you're able to.
*Wholly Hooked*
Tunisian crochet produces a fabric that is similar to a knit but is
worked on a hook. It combines the best of knitting and crochet,
creating a dense, durable fabric. Tunisian Crochet Stitch
Dictionary is a must-have crochet book that’s an essential resource
for anyone in the crochet and knitting community! Featuring 150 of
the most popular and most used Tunisian crochet stitches, this
reference book is filled with step-by-step instructions and
coordinating photographs to help you achieve stitch after stitch,
from beginner to intermediate to advanced. From basic stitches,
fans, shells, and cables to lace, waves, chevron, and cross
stitches, plus embellishments, edgings, and more, a detailed
section on essential crochet skills, techniques, and other
fundamentals are also included. Additionally, actual-size swatches
so you can easily see if you’re getting it right and helpful charts
are featured, as well as consistent yarn weight being used
throughout for easy stitch comparison. Author Anna Nikipirowicz is
a skilled crochet and knit designer, tutor, and author of several
crochet books. Her work is regularly featured in Inside Crochet and
other craft magazines, and she is also a regular on Yarn Lane TV
where she shares her designs and techniques. She teaches Tunisian
crochet, crochet, and knitting throughout the UK and abroad, always
striving for participants to learn new skills or enhance the ones
they already have. A collection of both classic and new Tunisian
crochet stitches, Tunisian Crochet Stitch Dictionary will keep
needlecrafters of all skill levels occupied and inspired for years
to come.
*CrochetEnvy.com*
Tunisian crochet is enjoying a surge in popularity and this book is
packed with 150 stitches for all levels of expertise. With
actual-size swatches, charts and step-by-step photos, it's designed
for crochet fans to discover new stitched and creative methods.
*Machine Knitting Monthly, May 2023*
Whether you're just starting to experiment with Tunisian crochet or
experienced with this technique, this stitch directory is a
brilliant reference to keep handy while you work. Featuring 150
classic and new stitches, crochet teacher Anna shows how to work
each stitch, including step-by-step photos and charts. Arranged by
theme, the book enables you to start with beginner stitches and
then progress, while actual size swatches enable you to check
you're getting it right.
*Inside Crochet, Issue 157*
This book is a joy. I have long wanted to get my teeth into
Tunisian crochet and this book has shown me how. There are clear
written instructions alongside beautiful, helpful photographs and
charts to enable me to tackle a huge array of stitches. There are
also clear instructions on how to begin one's Tunisian crochet
journey, explaining in simple terms how to begin with the basics. I
would recommend this book to anyone interested in crochet.
*Customer Review*
I am very new to the art of Tunisian crochet and had no idea there
were so many different stitches. This lovely book contains 150 from
the more well known stitches to some very exciting and unusual
ones. It will definitely appeal to those more experienced in
Tunisian crochet but will inspire newbies, like me, to continue
learning and trying them out. I like the layout of the book,
especially the photos of all the stitched swatches at the beginning
so you can easily find what you need. Each stitch has its own entry
with written instructions and chart, plus a real life sized photo
of how the stitch should look. There is a good basic skills section
at the back which has a clear, large font list of the symbols and
abbreviations used in the patterns so it is very easy to use.
*Customer Review*
I loved the easy-on-the-eye colour palettes and was further lured
in by the pictures of interesting swatches in this book. I could
recognise many of the stitches but was indeed inspired by the
combinations and colourways. I am happy to report that this book is
a thorough and fulsome dictionary of Tunisian stitches, laid out
with a concise, clear system that deploys verbal, diagrammatic and
photographic instructions helpful to all comers, from newbies to
masters. It's got all the usual info about yarns, hooks and other
notions associated with the craft, tables of chart symbols and
abbreviations, and a full index in the back. I particularly
appreciate the illustrated contents that allows a quick visual
search. All the basic stitches are there, including variations. The
author covers all the categories from lace, cables, colour work,
popcorns and honeycombs to pineapple stitches and varieties of
chevrons and waves. It even includes some lovely ideas on
embellishments such as weaving, embroidery and surface crochet.
There is even a collection of borders and edges – a category not
always acknowledged within Tunisian crochet. I was thoroughly
inspired and spent quite a few happy hours trying out the swatches
and jotting down the multiple ideas that bubbled up as a result. I
definitely recommend it.
*SlipKnot, September 2023*
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