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  Want to learn about Tunisian crochet ? The unique craft is a hybrid craft that combines knitting and crocheting. The list of similarities is quite vast. While you work with Tunisian crochet hooks to make loops of crochet stitches, you work the stitch in a back-and-forth knitting style. You pick the stitches on the hook like on a knitting needle in the foundation row and then work it in the next row.   Tunisian hooks also have something in common with knitting needles; the interchangeable cord attached also works for interchangeable circular needles. Even Tunisian crochet has stitches such as Tunisian Knit and Tunisian Purl. Now, to get started with the unique Tunisian crochet craft , we'll take you through how to do a Tunisian Purl Stitch in this blog. What is the Tunisian Purl Stitch? A basic stitch pattern of Tunisian crochet , this purl stitch has a lot in common with its knitting counterpart and namesake. The stitches look like a V, similar to the purl stitch in knitting. Lik

Gauge is the secret to many successful knitting projects. It is a measurement of your stitches. Before starting any project, you must make a swatch with the suggested knitting needles and yarn. While many advanced knitters forego gauge for a few knitting projects, a beginner must only set out on this adventure with measuring gauge. Measuring gauge over stockinette and other stitch patterns is simple but challenging for lace. Lace involves a fabric with artful holes, making it difficult to count the stitches required for a gauge. Check out this blog to simplify things and help you measure gauge over lace. We'll guide you through the steps to accurately measure gauge in lace knitting. Measuring gauge in lace knitting patterns requires a slightly different approach than in other stitch patterns. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you accurately measure gauge in lace knitting: Create a Swatch: To create a swatch, choose the knitting needles mentioned in the pattern (if you ar