How to Crochet Tunisian Basketweave Stitch

This Tunisian basketweave stitch tutorial will show you how to make a gorgeous textured stitch for your crochet projects!

By: Alexandra Halsey for AllFreeCrochet.com

How to Crochet Tunisian Basketweave Stitch

Tunisian crochet, also known as afghan crochet, is a form of crochet that uses a crochet hook to make a forward and then a return pass, with rarely a need to turn the work. The fabric made from tunisian crochet can closely resemble knitted or woven fabrics depending on the stitches used. This form of crochet is very versatile and can be used to create anything from wearables, home decor, to amigurumi or stuffed toys.

The fabric created from tunisian crochet can range from open and lacey to thick and dense, depending on hook size, yarn weight and the stitch used. Below are two examples of tunisian crochet in the pyramid lace stitch. The example on the left was made with a lighter weight yarn and together with the stitch used, the piece is very lacey. The example on the right, made with a thicker weight yarn and the same stitch, created a piece that is much thicker.

The Tunisian Basketweave Stitch, creates a dense, thick fabric. The texture created from this stitch is gorgeous and the thick fabric makes it perfect for winter wearables, blankets and more. Alternating groups of tunisian knit and purl stitches create this beautiful checkerboard texture, making it an easy and repetitive stitch to learn. The number of stitches and or rows can easily be changed, making this stitch versatile and unique to the maker.

Resources

Tunisian Crochet Guide: 5 Things You Need To Know
How To Tunisian Crochet Video Tutorial
How To Tunisian Crochet Basketweave Stitch Video Tutorial
How To Tunisian Knit Stitch Video Tutorial
How To Tunisian Purl Stitch Video Tutorial
How To Bind Off With Tunisian Crochet Photo Tutorial
How To Bind Off With Tunisian Crochet Video Tutorial

Let’s get started!

Materials

- Mary Maxim Aran Tweed Chunky Yarn
- Size K (6.5 mm) Cruella Deville Furls Crochet 12” Tunisian Hook or a hook with no handle to practice

Tunisian Crochet Basketweave Stitch Tutorial

The Tunisian Basketweave Stitch is created by alternating groups of tunisian knit and tunisian purl stitches. The number of stitches and or rows may be changed for different variations.

This stitch pattern is a multiple of an odd number divisible by 5 + 2.

Step 1. Chain 17.

Row 1: Forward Pass:

Step 2. Starting in the 2nd chain from the hook, pick up a loop in each chain across. =17 loops

Return Pass:

Step 3. Yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),

Step 4. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook. (image 2)

Step 5. Repeat step 4 until 1 loop remains on the hook.

Row 2: Forward Pass:

Step 6. Tunisian knit stitch (first loop on the hook), tunisian purl stitch into the next 5 stitches,

Step 7. tunisian knit stitch into the next 5 stitches,

Step 8. tunisian purl stitch into the next 5 stitches,

Step 9. tunisian knit stitch into the last stitch by inserting the hook behind the last 2 vertical bars at the end of the row (image 1), yarn over (image 2),

Step 10. and pull up a loop.

Return Pass:

Step 11. Repeat steps 3-5.

Row 3: Forward Pass:

Step 12. Repeat Row 2 (steps 6-11)

Return Pass:

Step 13. Repeat steps 3-5.

Row 4: Forward Pass:

Step 14. Repeat Row 2 (steps 6-11)

Return Pass:

Step 15. Repeat steps 3-5.

Row 5: Forward Pass:

Step 16. Repeat Row 2 (steps 6-11)

Return Pass:

Step 17. Repeat steps 3-5.

Row 6: Forward Pass:

Step 18. Tunisian knit stitch (on hook), tunisian knit stitch into the next 5 stitches,

Step 19. tunisian purl stitch into the next 5 stitches,

Step 20. tunisian purl stitch into the next 5 stitches and tunisian knit stitch into the last stitch. =17 loops

Return Pass:

Step 21. Repeat steps 3-5.

Row 7: Forward and Return Pass:

Step 22. Repeat Row 6 (steps 18-21)

Row 8: Forward and Return Pass:

Step 23. Repeat Row 6 (steps 18-21)

Row 9: Forward and Return Pass:

Step 24. Repeat Row 6 (steps 18-21)

Step 25. Repeat Rows 2-9 (steps 6-24) until the desired length.

Step 26. Bind off. (See resource section)

The End!

About the Author

Alexandra Halsey is a stay at home mommy who loves sharing her crochet designs and teaching others how to crochet, cook, and be creative through her blogs and video tutorials.

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