Stitch 1_Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss)

This stitch is also called the “Afghan stitch” and is the most common Tunisian Crochet stitch. This stitch is formed by inserting the hook under the front vertical bar into the direction that you work. You will note the typical chain stitches that are formed on the return pass between the vertical lines that are formed while the loops are picked up during the forward pass.

The foundation row of the Tunisian Simple Stitch is the base of most stitches. Also the last stitch on the forward pass is worked the same for most stitches and is referred to as being worked Tss-wise.

The Tunisian Simple stitch has a tendency to curl but has excellent drape, especially when you use larger hooks.

Symbol

Tss

Return or Close Stitch

Chain

Diagram

Amount of Stitches for Stitch Pattern

Any amount of stitches

Abbreviations

Tss – Tunisian Simple Stitch

ch – chain

lp(s) – loop(s)

rep – repeat

slst(s) – slip stitch(es)

v-bar(s) – vertical bar(s)

YO – yarn over

Instructions

For the purpose of creating a Tunisian Sampler Blanket that you will find HERE, let’s work a square as follows:

Ch 35, (work the following pattern for 34 rows incl the foundation row or until square)

1.Foundation Row: Find a tutorial on the Foundation Row HERE.

2.Row 1: (Forward Pass) Skip the 1^st v-bar,

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3.*Insert the hook from side-to-side under the next (2^nd) v-bar in the direction you work,

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4.YO and pull up a loop (Tss is worked);

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5.Rep from * across to last stitch,

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6.YO and pull up a loop from last stitch (This is the ch-1 of the previous row. Insert hook behind both the front v-bar and the back bar of the chain).

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