Tunisian Pyramid Lace Stitch Tutorial
Learn how to crochet a brand new and exclusive Tunisian lace stitch we're calling the Tunisian pyramid lace stitch!
With this tutorial, learn how to crochet the Tunisian Pyramid Lace Stitch, an exclusive and new stitch pattern that creates a delicate and beautiful finished piece.
Tunisian crochet, or afghan crochet as it’s often referred to, is a form of crochet that combines crochet and knitting to create a fabric that closely resembles knitted or woven fabric.
Tunisian crochet is made by using a hook to work a forward pass from right to left and then a return pass that is worked from left to right. During the forward pass, loops are picked up onto the hook, and then during the return pass the loops are taken off of the hook.
Small projects can be made with a regular hook that does not have a handle, but larger projects may be crocheted with a crochet hook that has a long, straight handle with a stopper on one end or a shorter hook with an extension cord may be used too.
Tunisian crochet is a wonderful technique to learn and can be used to make thick textured blankets, hats, garments, and depending on the stitch, even lace can be created. Lace is created by working clusters and or holes into the piece during the return pass.
Another way to create a lacey fabric is to use a larger hook with lighter weight yarn. It can be a lot of fun to play around and see what kind of lace can be created with different hooks and yarn. Another fun way to change the look of the lace is to block it, this will exaggerate the laciness and make it more visible.
Tunisian Lace Stitch Examples (Using Different Hook Sizes)
Below are two examples of the same stitch but with different size hooks and yarn. Example A (blue crochet swatch right below) was worked with a size H 5.00 mm hook and medium 4 weight yarn. Example B (pink crochet swatch below the blue) was worked with a size K 6.5 mm crochet hook and dk weight yarn. Since Example B (pink) was crocheted with a larger hook and lighter weight yarn, it has more of an airy and lacey look compared to Example A (blue).
Resources:
Tunisian Pyramid Lace Stitch Mug Rug Pattern
You must see the partner pattern for this tutorial: the Tunisian Pyramid Lace Stitch Mug Rug! Using this new lace stitch, you can create a gorgeous mug rug. Not only will it make a lovely addition to your table during your afternoon tea or coffee break, but it makes a thoughtful gift for loved ones.
Materials Needed:
Sugar N Cream Yarn or Medium 4 Weight Yarn
Size H (5.00 mm) Tunisian crochet hook
Abbreviations:
ch: chain
ea: each
yo: yarn over
tks: Tunisian knit stitch
m1tb: make one in the top bar (increase)
st(s): stitch(es)
Tunisian Pyramid Lace Stitch
R1: Forward Pass: ch 17, starting in the 2nd ch from the hook, pick up a loop in ea ch across. =17 loops
Return Pass: yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, *yo and pull through 4 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook. Repeat 2x from the * across. Yo and pull through 4 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook.
R2: Forward Pass: tks (on hook), *m1tb, pick up a loop in the eye of the cluster, m1tb, tks. Repeat from the * across. =17 loops
Return Pass: yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook, *yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 4 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook. Repeat 2x. Yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook.
R3: Forward Pass: tks, tks, *tks, m1tb, pick up a loop in the eye of the cluster, m1tb. Repeat from the * across until 3 sts remain. Tks in the last 3 sts. =17 loops
Return Pass: yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, *yo and pull through 4 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook. Repeat 2x from the * across. Yo and pull through 4 loops on the hook, yo and pull through 1 loop on the hook, yo and pull through 2 loops on the hook.
Repeat R2 and R3 until desired length and then bind off.
Tunisian Pyramid Lace Stitch Photo Tutorial
To make this Tunisian Lace Stitch start with a multiple of 4+1.
R1: Forward Pass:
1. Chain 17,
2. starting in the 2nd chain from the hook, pick up a loop in each chain across. =17 loops
Return Pass:
3. Yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
4. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
5. *yarn over (image 1) and pull through 4 loops on the hook (image 2),
6. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
7. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2),
8. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook. (image 2)
9. Repeat steps 5–8 two times.
10. Yarn over (image 1) and pull through 4 loops on the hook (image 2),
11. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
12. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2).
R2: Forward Pass:
13. Tunisian knit stitch or tks (the loop on the hook counts as a tks),
14. *Make one in the top bar or m1tb by inserting the hook into the chain space next to the hook (I like to go under both loops, not just one),
15. yarn over (image 1) and pull up a loop (image 2),
16. pick up a loop in the eye of the cluster (image 1 & 2),
17. Make one in the top bar or m1tb,
18. Tunisian knit stitch or tks.
19. Repeat steps 14–18 three times.
Return Pass:
20. Yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
21. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2),
22. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2),
23. *yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
24. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 4 loops on the hook (image 2),
25. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
26. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2).
27. Repeat steps 23–26 two more times.
28. Yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2),
29. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2).
R3: Forward Pass:
30. Tunisian knit stitch or tks (remember that this stitch is already on the hook),
31. Tunisian knit stitch or tks,
32. *Tunisian knit stitch or tks,
33. Make one in the top bar or m1tb,
34. pick up a loop in the eye of the cluster,
35. Make one in the top bar or m1tb.
36. Repeat steps 32–35 until 3 stitches remain.
37. Tunisian knit stitch or tks in the last 3 stitches. =17 loops
Return Pass:
38. Yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
39. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
40. *yarn over (image 1) and pull through 4 loops on the hook (image 2),
41. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
42. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2),
43. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2).
44. Repeat steps 40–43 two more times.
45. Yarn over (image 1) and pull through 4 loops on the hook (image 2),
46. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 1 loop on the hook (image 2),
47. yarn over (image 1) and pull through 2 loops on the hook (image 2)
This is what your project should look like so far.
Repeat R2 and R3 until desired length and then bind off.
The end!
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