Tunisian Crochet Tools and Resources
Tunisian Crochet Tools – What You Need to Get Started
Getting started with Tunisian crochet is easy when you have the right Tunisian crochet tools at hand.
Tunisian crochet uses a few specialist tools that differ from regular crochet. If you are new to Tunisian crochet, here is a quick guide to what you will need before you cast on your first stitch.
Tunisian Crochet Hooks
The most important tool is a Tunisian crochet hook. These are longer than regular crochet hooks and designed to hold multiple stitches at once.
At ColourSpun we stock two excellent KnitPro ranges — the wooden Ginger Tunisian Crochet Hooks in sizes 3mm to 5.5mm, and the colour-coded Trendz Tunisian Crochet Hooks in sizes 6mm to 12mm.
Both are interchangeable and attach to KnitPro cables, which are available separately.
Free Printable Reference Charts
Two more essential Tunisian crochet tools are our free printable reference charts.
Our free printable Tool Size Chart is a handy reference for hook and needle sizes in metric, US, and UK sizing. Our free Yarn Weights Chart will help you choose the right yarn weight for your project.
Both are free to download and print, and are perfect to keep beside you while you work.
Free Tunisian Crochet Stitch Library
The right Tunisian crochet tools are only half the story – you also need great stitches to work with!
ColourSpun has a growing library of free Tunisian crochet stitch tutorials to get you started.
Try the Tunisian Crochet Basic Stitch for a beautiful woven fabric, the Tunisian Crochet Knit Stitch for a fabric that resembles knitted stocking stitch, or the Tunisian Crochet Bobble Stitch for a reversible textured fabric.
Browse the full Tunisian Crochet Stitch Library for more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What tools do I need to start Tunisian crochet?
You need a Tunisian crochet hook, which is longer than a regular crochet hook and designed to hold multiple stitches at once. A hook and needle size chart and a yarn weights chart are also useful references to keep beside you while you work.
How is a Tunisian crochet hook different from a regular crochet hook?
A Tunisian crochet hook is longer than a standard hook, since it needs to hold an entire row of stitches at once rather than just one or two. Many Tunisian hooks also attach to a cable, giving extra length for larger projects.
What sizes do ColourSpun Tunisian crochet hooks come in?
ColourSpun stocks wooden Ginger Tunisian Crochet Hooks in sizes 3mm to 5.5mm, and colour coded Trendz Tunisian Crochet Hooks in sizes 6mm to 12mm. Both ranges are interchangeable and attach to KnitPro cables, sold separately.
Do I need a cable with my Tunisian crochet hook?
A cable is not essential for smaller projects, but it is useful for wider work, since it lets the hook hold more stitches than the hook alone can manage. Cables are sold separately and are interchangeable across the KnitPro ranges.
What is a good first stitch to learn in Tunisian crochet?
The Tunisian Crochet Basic Stitch is a good place to start, creating a beautiful woven fabric. From there, the Tunisian Crochet Knit Stitch and Tunisian Crochet Bobble Stitch offer different textures to explore.
Are there free resources to help me learn Tunisian crochet?
Yes. ColourSpun offers a free printable Tool Size Chart, a free Yarn Weights Chart, and a growing library of free Tunisian crochet stitch tutorials, all available to download or browse on the ColourSpun website.
