If you have ever considered working with the Tunisian Reverse Stitch, you might want to read along here.
What you do with the right hand (dominant hand) and what you do with your hook, is also important.
Here is a way to do that. And this technique might be even easier than the two-hooks casting on.
You can also cast on, when doing Tunisian crochet - as in without a starting chain. And it is much faster than doing chains first.
Here are a couple of tips for you, so you are prepared next time you find a fluffy or furry yarn.
If you bought the pattern already, remember to get the updated version. If you haven't bought it yet, go get the pattern for the two beautiful pillows.
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The Tunisian twisted stitch pattern is used and a full photo tutorial for this is included in the pattern, so all you have to know in advance, is the Tunisian simple stitch and how to do regular single crochet.
NOTICE
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Buy the Pattern
The pattern is available in English (US terms) from Ravelry and LoveCrafts. It is also available in Danish, where it is called 'Pernitten Pude'. Find the Danish version at LoveCrafts and Ravelry.About the Pattern
As usual you get a pattern with lots of photos and guidance helping you out.Cro-hook
The main part of the pillow is worked in rows back and forward. You will need a cro-hook / double-ended hook for this. With or without cable. This also means that the length of your cro-hook doesn't matter much, as you don't have to do a full forward pass before you start a return pass.
Inner Pillow
In the pattern I suggest using an inner pillow. This is optional as the stitches are tight enough to hold the filling in. Personally I think and inner pillow gives you a more expensive-looking pillow, and it will of course also help the pillow stay in shape. So instructions for making an inner pillow are included. And it is NOT difficult to make one.Adjustable
The pattern also includes instructions for adjusting the pillow size any way you want. So it can fit any inner pillow you have already or whatever you decide you need.Testers
It has been quite a journey to make this pattern. No less than three testers have helped me out and once again, I'm surprised how much testing can improve a pattern. Thank you to Marjolein, Ewa, and Karen!Selling Finished Products
Yes, you can do that. No problem! Read more in the menu: About > Copyright, Selling and Affiliate Links
If you have any questions, just ask. You can find me here, on Ravelry or Facebook.
It's just not at all impossible. Nor do you need to cut the yarn and sew in ends all the time.
I'll show you, how you add more color to this stitch pattern row by row.
I used Color Stacking which is a member of the Planned Pooling family. A great way to have fun with colors. The tutorial here helps you with your first color stacking project.
I'm experimenting with mitered corners and have developed a way to do the left side increase without it being too tight and knotted.
It fits a variety of sizes and will keep your upper chest warm under your jacket.
Go have a look. You can find the free pattern at LoveCrafts and on Ravelry.
YEAH! A new pattern has been released! It is a sideways hat. Made completely from the Top Stitch Rib pattern. I've nursed the top, so it is ribbed almost all the way to the top center.You will find the pattern at LoveCrafts.
A tester said: "It's is a very lightweight feeling on my head when compared to a hat made in regular crochet stitches. And much stretchier. Just all-around more comfortable."
