Hi my name is Betty Wainright. I am 81 yrs young and am just learning about Tunisian crochet. I am so thrilled to be learning something new! I am so glad to have found you! I have subscribed to your channel and excited 😅about it. Looking forward to my relationship with you on this channel!!!
Hi, same here I'm 81 years ,and this is my first time doing tunisian crochet. I crochet a lot. But I want something different. I saw a pattern in a crochet magazine, at the doctors office, several years ago. Now I found the pattern. I'm scared , but with the LORD'S help I will be ok.
I am Tunisian (nationality) and this is the first time that I learn that it's a thing! My mom taught me crochet when I was a teenager but I never gave it much thought.. I thought that's the norm, that's how it's done everywhere..
Very cool I learned from my mom, aunts and grandmas and they all did it a bit different and knitting and crochet but I've never seen this But I can see its a cool way to combine them really cool Thanks never to late to learn something new
I have a family of crochet experts! My sister has won awards. Me? I get tangled in dental floss.😢I watched this video and I think you might be able to help me. Your video was so clear. I saw Tunisian crochet examples online and it piqued my interest again. Thanks!
Stumbled on this by accident and was so very impressed with your kind and friendly style of teaching, not too fast or slow, great video. But best of all is your smooth as butter voice and no synthetic “music”. I rarely stay with videos to the end, but did here even though I am familiar with Tunisian.
I agree with your sentiments! She explains things perfectly and shows everything at a perfect pace, up close, and with no wasted time on irrelevant information. I completely understand the whole process...now it's just a matter of practice and learning how to control the tension in the yarn and develop a rhythm!
I learned how to crochet exclusively by UA-cam tutorials in 2020 when COVID hit. This is by far the best tutorial I've ever watched! YOU my friend are a fantastic teacher! Thank you for this beautiful skill! 💕
I used to make Tunisian Crochet sweaters, mufflers hats gloves, ponchos etc for my children 20 years ago in New Delhi, India! Nobody knew it then nor was there digital ways of reaching out !! Now bumping into this is oh! So nostalgic !!!
My top tip for beginners is listen to everything Toni says and you'll be fine. I was so nervous when I first tried Tunisian crochet, but Toni makes *everything* so easy and explains everything carefully, and clearly. I've been Tunisian crocheting for nearly 3 years now, and I still go back to Toni's beginners play list every once in a while, because it helps me to stay confident in my craft - and also listening to Toni explaining anything crochet is always a joy. Thank you Toni.
Thank you! I've been doing regular crochet since I was a kid, 60 yrs or so. I'd not been able to figure out Tunisian. Now, I can do it!!! Thank you!!!😁😁😁 I think you are a very good teacher.
You nailed it, I don't like being a beginner. But if anyone can teach me Tunisian, you can and you did - I can't believe that I actually was able to do this simple stitch swatch. I am not convinced that I can take on a big project, but I will take your course and give it a try. It's never too late to take on a new skill. Thank you Toni!
Thank you! I was recently given a “stash” of needlework items from my great and great-great grandparents. Three pairs of spectacles from Germany, two pairs of sewing shears, etc. There were also handmade wooden knitting needles, crochet hook and one odd looking instrument: a knitting needle with a crochet hook on the end. Also samples of work done by these women. One sample is not knitting but also not crochet. Research led me to you! My great great grandmother was doing “German crochet”; now known as Tunisian crochet. I learned a lot of history but you taught me how to use the wonderful mystery needle. Thank you! PS the wooden needles and other items date from about 1870-1900)
Aww, Peanut Butter! I'm so sorry for your loss, Toni. That you could put together such an easy-to-follow and happy tutorial after losing a fur-baby is amazing. Thank you.
Holy cow, I wish I'd had this tutorial ten years ago when I tried to teach myself Tunisian crochet to make an intarsia panel for the center of a blanket!! This explains why my stitches didn't look the way other TC projects do. I was trying to do the stitches in the *loops* of each row, like traditional crochet, rather than the vertical posts. Thank you so much for everything you teach us all on here. You're a great content creator to watch, and an even better teacher of techniques.
Hello. I have been searchning for teaching on tis lovely stitch. Today 02/18/24, while looking through how to: videos, your tutorial came up. When I clicked on it your beautiful face and smile was there. Your personality (so pleasant) drew me in. I use to crochet. My mother taught me at a young age. So, I mastered the Granny Square. Now, I would like to start again. After a mild stroke, I want o keep my brain active. Sorry or the lengthy response. I love how you give instructions, so I'm sold (you are my person🌹). I'm going to practice, I'll see you in your next video.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾.
with 56 seconds left, i mastered that easy stitch. Very informative, and I appreciate it when the procedure is explained step by step. I'm an avid Crochet'er, at 40+ years, and I make some incredible stuff, but I always wanted to learn the basics of this stitch! Thank you...
I learnt to crochet last year at 70 Yr old. I did the basic blanket stitch, I have made numerous blankets from king size to small ones. I have looked at other Tunisian methods. I didn't believe I could do this, we'll after watching this tutorial I've actually done it. Your brilliant thank you. 17:13
I've been afraid of Tunisian crochet for quite some time. I started out just being able to make really long chains. Over the years I've gone back and forth doing crochet projects. Now I mostly do amigurumi for fun because they're so cute! I was searching UA-cam for projects to do with one skein and came across your video for 65 one-skein projects. I noticed your Tunisian crochet videos, and I just finished this tutorial. You've done a great job taking the fear out of something that seemed so daunting. I ordered The Tunisian Crochet Handbook and a set of hooks (from your tips), and I can't wait to get started on the projects! Thank you, Toni, for being a great teacher and encourager!
I’m so sorry for the loss of your sweet fur baby. 😿 I’m a cat lover and I have 6 fur babies and I love them dearly. 💜🙏🏻 I do appreciate you doing this video…I haven’t done Tunisian crochet in several years. This was a nice refresher on how to get started. Thank you for sharing this.
Thank you for this tutorial. I’m a knitter but started with crochet and always found standard crochet a struggle. This feels like the best of both worlds. I’m already hooked! ❤
I so agree this seems like the baby knitting and crochet never had. I started with knitting but quickly put it down for crochet. I have been trying to get back into knitting and feel like this is a perfect stepping stone
I also learned to crochet first, but I learned to knit years ago and never looked at crochet. But, my aunt made a coat in Tunisian crochet and it was GORGEOUS! She turned me on to Toni's channel and I watched a few of her videos. She is an excellent teacher and I am working on two projects right now!
@@thatonegirlelaine the hook has a hole with long thread at the end. You make front and back loops and the canvas turns out to be light and airy as in knitting. Try to find it on UA-cam, very interesting technique, I'd like to try.
Oh my goodness! I have always wanted to try this but in all of the videos I’ve watched, all they ever do is show you the stitch in short samples. Me being an afghan person, kind of turned me off to this because all I could think of would be making a bunch of squares and stitching them together. You are the first person ever that actually showed the kits with the cord attachments to be able to do afghans! Thank you sooo much for this! 🩷
As a Tunisian crochet for several years, I find I always draw interested viewers when I crochet in a group. They always ask “How can I learn that?” I show them of course, but then I always refer them to your videos for somewhere to go for refresher and more info. Tunisian crochet is so calming and relaxing. I recommend it everywhere I go.
I've learned to crochet and knitting on long construction nails. I was that poor. Now , i have lots of ustensils to my disposition. Love your teaching. Thank you for sharing ❤
Awww RIP Peanut Butter 😔 Sending prayers to you and your husband. Losing a fur baby is never ever easy. Thank you for creating this beautiful tutorial 💜💜 we definitely appreciate you Toni!!!!
Such a beautifully clear and helpful video! I've been knitting for 63 years but am intrigued by the texture in Tunisian knitting, as well as the fact that once I get used to it, I can complete projects faster! I'm looking forward to seeing more of your tutorials and trying my hand at this technique!
Hello from Canada 🇨🇦 ❤ I've been crocheting for many (many!) years and have always wanted to learn Tunisian Crochet. The UA-cam God offered me your video tonight and I'm diving in! As soon as this video is over, I'm going to see where I can find your book!
All hail the Woman King of Tunisian Crochet! This video takes me down memory lane from when I first found your channel. I had seen a blanket made in a stitch I could not identify and discovered it was the simple stitch. Did a Google search, found your blog and then your channel. Been learning from you ever since. 🙂 PS- so sorry to hear about Peanut Butter. I know how much you adored that kitty.
Hi l'm a Spanish lady just dropped in for the first time l'm a beginner in this art and very excited to have found your channel , it seems very exciting to me and l'm willing to follow your in this adventure, thank you bye
Thank you Toni, I started Tunisian crocheting 35 years ago and then got busy with life. Saw a Tunisian crochet book a couple of years back and couldn't remember a thing. I was fortunate to find your videos and got started again and I am in the middle of 3 different projects. Love your book and videos for reference. Thank you again.
Thank you for the tutorial, I'm using my mom's Tunisian hooks, some were hand carved by my dad. I am grateful to learn something my mom was doing when she was my age. Thank you!
First time I've heard of Tunisian crochet. I just ordered the hooks, and subscribed. I am working on a hexi quilt, my first hexi project. I love keeping our crafts alive. I appreciate your instruction.
Amazing tutorial. I’ve been crocheting for 50, granny squares. I’m bored. I’m so glad I found this video and to get started on Tunisian crocheting. Thank you so much.
I’ve been crocheting for 34 years and never heard of Tunisian crochet. It’s interesting. You are a very good teacher. I want to try it now. Thank you for your video.
I've been knitting/crocheting for 60 years and have been wanting to go back to Tunisian Crochet. Haven't done it in years. Made numberless afghans in the past. I love your presentation and will be popping in for your help on a regular basis. Thanks NancyS
I've been doing crochet for years, but while looking at Christmas gift ideas, found a pattern that required tunisian crochet. I purchased everything I needed and watched a couple of videos and attempted to start 😂. It was a bust and I almost gave up, until I found you. Now I'm well on my way into my project and loving how easy tunisian crochet is. Thank you so much
I have often wondered how to do Tunisian crochet but have never found out where I could learn how to do it. You're a wonderful teacher so thank you. I now know how to crochet this way and at 76 I have learned something new!! Thank you!!
Got some Tunisian crochet hooks for Christmas, and came straight here. Lo and behold, this tutorial made it easy. It’s like you read my mind about what errors I might make, thanks! It was relaxing and fun.
This is the best tutorial I have ever watched and I can genuinely say that I've learned a new crochet skill in exactly 15 minutes. Thank you for such a fantastic tutorial with clear instructions and easily identifiable stitches! Excellent! Chefs kiss!
I thought your other Tunisian tutorials were good, but this was perfect, especially explaining that final stitch in the row... this should help the look of my crochet and make me more confident. Thanks!
Thank you for your tutorial. At 72 years of age, I signed up for a class tomorrow. Mine doesn’t look as pretty as yours because my tension is wonky, but I can only get better. Thanks for the confidence boost.
Finally! A straight left edge of the work!! Yours is so straight!!! Love this lesson!! Now I can finally complete a square that's not lopsided!! Thanks
Thank you so very much. I am a long-time knitter but need to make some pillows, and I think Tunisian Crochet is just the ticket!!! Your video has me interested in trying!!!
Wow! You are an incredible teacher!!! Not only did you have clear and precise instructions, but your voice and presentation are just lovely! I smiled so much just listening to your tone. Thank you for this series!!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU Being a Left-handed Crocheter and working this technique has been a great challenge. However,❤ with your gentle and instructive teaching style, I have finally learned this. I'm cooking now! 😂😂😂😂
YOU ARE WONDERFUL!! Its so hard to understand instructors because i have dyslexia and it gets confusing for me. But your instructions were so easy for me to understand. You also explained WHY you do it too! ❤❤
I knit and regular crochet and have for decades. This is my first attempt at learning Tunisian Crochet and you are one of the most clear and succinct teacher I’ve ever watched. You made it easy and I know the terminology and I understood what I was doing. :) You are a gifted teacher.
Done! First Tunisian crochet scarf. I just started crocheting at the end of October, (took two classes at the Sheep and Wool in Rheinbeck) and really love it. I want to make a simple hat to go with my scarf now. Thanks Toni!
I've been crocheting for a long time, but haven't ventured into the Tunisian style. Now I want to. Thank you for all of your fine videos. You are a joy to watch! Elise, over at Le Petit St. Crochet highly recommended your book on Tunisian Crochet just yesterday. I will recommend it to our local library! Keep on crocheting for us all out here in UA-cam land. 💗
I've been crocheting (dabbling really) on and off since I was at least 12 years old, a dear aunt taught me (I'm in my 60s now). But since finding you and your channel a spark of excitement has turned into "I can't get enough!", especially after this video (I LOVE THIS TECHNIQUE, OMGOSH). Thank you for your wonderful videos and for sharing your gift of crocheting and teaching!! God bless and keep sharing your gifts!
I love that you went into detail about the parts of the process that can be difficult for beginners, and didn't speed up any of the crochet footage. Your clarity and approach to teaching is a step above the vast majority of youtube tutorials I've seen! One thing that I may include just because I'm struggling with this right now, I think every tutorial should start with good hand/body stretches to do to avoid pain and injuries. I think preventing these issues is better than some one picking up a new craft then later having to look up how to manage pain. I think if more people started making this a focus and really stressing how important it is to stretch before starting a crochet/knit project, that could help a lot of people. Thanks again for your clear tutorial! I feel ready to tackle this new craft, and much love to your family over the loss of Peanut Butter. My fluff babies are hanging out with me right now.
I’m primarily a knitter but I do some basic crochet and have wanted to learn Tunisian for some time. This little tutorial was PERFECT!!! So clear in visual and verbal instruction, I can’t wait to start a new project with this beautiful simple stitch!
Hi Toni - I was very touched by your Peanut Butter tribute....what a gorgeous fur baby!!!! I too lost a beloved fur baby early this year and cherish the memories. 💜😻💜 Loved your "Learn Tunisian in under 15 mins" video! Thank you, thank you for the great video lessons on crocheting, especially Tunsian!! I started learning this new craft in January and have just graduated to my first set of Lantern Moon hooks, a wonderful gift from my hubby for my birthday last month!!
beautiful!; One thing I've never liked about crochet was my brain always wants it to look like it has been knit. Enter Tunisian crochet! I can learn to make something that has the flat sweep of a knit with the ease of crochet. Thank you!
You're a really amazing teacher! I'm new to Tunisian crochet and will just keep watching your videos. No matter how loose I keep my stitches, it wants to curl, but I'll keep on trying :-)
Thank you. You are a very user-friendly teacher. I will be moving forward with you as my teacher. I crochet, but prefer the look of knitting, so this works for me. Thanks again.
Thank you for making this easy to follow for people with learning disabilities like myself. I’ve seen countless videos trying to explain this method of crochet, but I was finally able to grasp it with your video. I’ll definitely be recommending this to my other crafty friends 😊
I subscribed just off the fact of how you teach. I'm not currently looking to learn this stitch. I'm almost a complete beginner to crochet. So I will come back to this.
As always young lady, you produce a fun, exciting and easy to follow tutorial video!!! Thank you very much for helping this old man to learn a new craft and being able to relax and enjoy life again through this string therapy!!! May you have a blessed week and find much joy in your surroundings!!!
My Aunt taught me that stitch back in the 70's. She called it the Afghan stitch. She did 3 sections crocheted them together with the popcorn stitch and cross stitched 3 large roses down each section. They were beautiful.
I learned this style of Afghan stitch style back in the 70’s with my mother. We taught ourselves from a book together and we both loved making things using these long metal hooks. We both crocheted and knitted but loved using this new style of mixing both together. This tutorial is so well done and I really love revisiting this again and making amazing projects again using this Tunisian technique. Thank you so much Toni for making this amazing video tutorial. 👍🏼🥰❤️🧶🤠
Yes, it was called the Afghan stitch or the granny stitch in the 70s that’s when I learned how to do it. I taught this in the women’s fellowship Saturday morning class at my church..and the ladies loved it. It’s so easy ..it’s really easier than regular crochet. My tip would be don’t panic if things curl a little at the beginning .. as long as you get the back up on that first row 🤔..everything evens out when you block it, You did a beautiful job teaching this.🥰👋🏽
I'm super grateful for this! I learned knitting in 2021, taught myself crochet last year (with your help!) and I'd wanted to do Tunisian, but was nervous to start. Recently I was blessed when a friend gifted me her late mother's stash, which included a partly done Tunisian project that I would love to finish, but I do not have any knowledge! Lucky me to have been watching you already, which means I can watch this video! Time to settle in and get learning ♥
I’ve been crocheting for 47 years and love learning new stitches. I am also a left-handed crochet-er; drove my aunt nuts because my work was “backwards” 😉. When I saw the Tunisian stitch I knew I had to try it - it is so neat and tidy. You explained and demonstrated it so well I know I can give it a try. I’ll let you know how it turns out. Thank you! 🦋
I have been struggling with this stitch. I have watch several videos and nothing turned out. All my squares look horrible. Then I found this one and it is FANTASTIC. Steps are beginner friendly. Everything is explained incredibly well. I finally got it and have done 5 squares in about half an hour. Now that I understand it so well and it looks AMAZING..... this is my most favorite stitch. Thank you so much for the best tutorial I have ever seen.
I am sooooo sorry to hear about Peanut Butter. I know that was your special baby. We had to put down our dog and it was a very hard thing to do. Thank you for sharing with us.
Wow! You are the first person that "I get it"! I am a lefty, so everything is backward to me . I love this stich and can't wait to get started! I am trying to make a baby blanket for my grand baby coming in June.
I already followed you but Crystal from Bag O Day Crochet said that you were the best person at teaching Tunisian Crochet then a few days later this video popped up in my feed. I'm already obsessed!! You are an amazing teacher ❤❤ I ordered a set of hooks that you recommended and I can't wait til they come in! Thank you so much
I found this by accident as I was browsing on UA-cam for crochet ideas. I just started a tunisian practice piece a couple of weeks ago. You were much clearer about that end stitch and where to put the hook than the other site I used. I now know I've not been hitting the correct spot consistently. I have subscribed to your channel as I know where I most want to go for help! Thank you so much for a VERY clear and enjoyable lesson!
Thank you! I know how to crochet, but never knew the Tunisian crochet. I want to try this. Your video is so informative and easy to follow. Thank you for staying on topic while you spoke rather than chasing rabbits by telling your thought processes. Your video was concise and I like that. I’ll be following your UA-cam channel to learn more.😊
Was gifted a lot of knitting and crochet tools, including a few Tunisian crochet hooks. Thanks for this tutorial! It was easy to follow along. I'm more a knitter than a crocheter, so making the analogies to knitting was quite helpful. Thanks for this!
I just found this video and you. I've wanted to learn Tunisian but haven't yet, until now 😉. You have a gift for teaching, and your beautiful smile and positivity(if that's a word) are such a pleasure to be a part of. Thank you for you time and care. God bless you 🙏🏻 I'll be watching and learning along as soon as I can! ❤️
Oh honey!!! THANK YOU!!!!!! I’m 66, just learning and finally get it!! ❤️
I'm 64, and happy to know there's hope I too can get it. Thank *you*.
Hi my name is Betty Wainright. I am 81 yrs young and am just learning about Tunisian crochet. I am so thrilled to be learning something new! I am so glad to have found you! I have subscribed to your channel and excited 😅about it. Looking forward to my relationship with you on this channel!!!
I love it and you explain so clearly
Hi, same here I'm 81 years ,and this is my first time doing tunisian crochet.
I crochet a lot. But I want something different. I saw a pattern in a crochet magazine, at the doctors office, several years ago. Now I found the pattern. I'm scared , but with the LORD'S help I will be ok.
SLAYYYY BETTY
Betty you are so sweet 😭 I look forward to seeing your comments in futute videos!
This made my day 🥰
I am Tunisian (nationality) and this is the first time that I learn that it's a thing! My mom taught me crochet when I was a teenager but I never gave it much thought.. I thought that's the norm, that's how it's done everywhere..
Intresting!
me too i am tunisien and i thought that is the way poeple did crochet everywhere. my mom taught me.
Very cool I learned from my mom, aunts and grandmas and they all did it a bit different and knitting and crochet but I've never seen this
But I can see its a cool way to combine them really cool
Thanks never to late to learn something new
me too
I am also and didnt know this even existed lol
I have a family of crochet experts! My sister has won awards. Me? I get tangled in dental floss.😢I watched this video and I think you might be able to help me. Your video was so clear. I saw Tunisian crochet examples online and it piqued my interest again. Thanks!
i am now the proud owner of some foundational knowledge of Tunisian crochet!! thank you!!!
Stumbled on this by accident and was so very impressed with your kind and friendly style of teaching, not too fast or slow, great video. But best of all is your smooth as butter voice and no synthetic “music”. I rarely stay with videos to the end, but did here even though I am familiar with Tunisian.
I agree with your sentiments! She explains things perfectly and shows everything at a perfect pace, up close, and with no wasted time on irrelevant information. I completely understand the whole process...now it's just a matter of practice and learning how to control the tension in the yarn and develop a rhythm!
I learned how to crochet exclusively by UA-cam tutorials in 2020 when COVID hit. This is by far the best tutorial I've ever watched! YOU my friend are a fantastic teacher! Thank you for this beautiful skill! 💕
Wow, thanks for your kindness :-)
I used to make Tunisian Crochet sweaters, mufflers hats gloves, ponchos etc for my children 20 years ago in New Delhi, India! Nobody knew it then nor was there digital ways of reaching out !! Now bumping into this is oh! So nostalgic !!!
My top tip for beginners is listen to everything Toni says and you'll be fine. I was so nervous when I first tried Tunisian crochet, but Toni makes *everything* so easy and explains everything carefully, and clearly. I've been Tunisian crocheting for nearly 3 years now, and I still go back to Toni's beginners play list every once in a while, because it helps me to stay confident in my craft - and also listening to Toni explaining anything crochet is always a joy. Thank you Toni.
Thank you sooo much you saved my day🎉🎉🎉❤🎉❤🎉❤😊😅😅
This is, by far, the best tutorial I have seen.
This is one of the best crochet tutorials I've ever seen! The narration is completely understandable even without already having hands on it ..
Absolutely, she is perfect at teaching.
Thank you! I've been doing regular crochet since I was a kid, 60 yrs or so. I'd not been able to figure out Tunisian. Now, I can do it!!! Thank you!!!😁😁😁 I think you are a very good teacher.
You nailed it, I don't like being a beginner. But if anyone can teach me Tunisian, you can and you did - I can't believe that I actually was able to do this simple stitch swatch. I am not convinced that I can take on a big project, but I will take your course and give it a try. It's never too late to take on a new skill. Thank you Toni!
Thank you! I was recently given a “stash” of needlework items from my great and great-great grandparents. Three pairs of spectacles from Germany, two pairs of sewing shears, etc. There were also handmade wooden knitting needles, crochet hook and one odd looking instrument: a knitting needle with a crochet hook on the end. Also samples of work done by these women. One sample is not knitting but also not crochet. Research led me to you! My great great grandmother was doing “German crochet”; now known as Tunisian crochet. I learned a lot of history but you taught me how to use the wonderful mystery needle. Thank you! PS the wooden needles and other items date from about 1870-1900)
Aww, Peanut Butter! I'm so sorry for your loss, Toni. That you could put together such an easy-to-follow and happy tutorial after losing a fur-baby is amazing. Thank you.
Who is peanut butter
@@suzie5717 her Christmas present cat. He was a present from her husband the first year of their marriage
Thank you Toni, very informative and helpful, going to definitely give this a try tomorrow. Thanks again ❤
Holy cow, I wish I'd had this tutorial ten years ago when I tried to teach myself Tunisian crochet to make an intarsia panel for the center of a blanket!! This explains why my stitches didn't look the way other TC projects do. I was trying to do the stitches in the *loops* of each row, like traditional crochet, rather than the vertical posts.
Thank you so much for everything you teach us all on here. You're a great content creator to watch, and an even better teacher of techniques.
Thank you for the video, rest in peace to your angel fur baby. Thank you for giving them a great life
Hello.
I have been searchning for teaching on tis lovely stitch. Today 02/18/24, while looking through how to: videos, your tutorial came up. When I clicked on it your beautiful face and smile was there. Your personality (so pleasant) drew me in. I use to crochet. My mother taught me at a young age. So, I mastered the Granny Square. Now, I would like to start again. After a mild stroke, I want o keep my brain active. Sorry or the lengthy response. I love how you give instructions, so I'm sold (you are my person🌹). I'm going to practice, I'll see you in your next video.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾.
with 56 seconds left, i mastered that easy stitch. Very informative, and I appreciate it when the procedure is explained step by step. I'm an avid Crochet'er, at 40+ years, and I make some incredible stuff, but I always wanted to learn the basics of this stitch! Thank you...
Thank you for simplifying this without drawing out the process. Rockstar status!
I learnt to crochet last year at 70 Yr old. I did the basic blanket stitch, I have made numerous blankets from king size to small ones. I have looked at other Tunisian methods. I didn't believe I could do this, we'll after watching this tutorial I've actually done it. Your brilliant thank you. 17:13
I've been afraid of Tunisian crochet for quite some time. I started out just being able to make really long chains. Over the years I've gone back and forth doing crochet projects. Now I mostly do amigurumi for fun because they're so cute! I was searching UA-cam for projects to do with one skein and came across your video for 65 one-skein projects. I noticed your Tunisian crochet videos, and I just finished this tutorial. You've done a great job taking the fear out of something that seemed so daunting. I ordered The Tunisian Crochet Handbook and a set of hooks (from your tips), and I can't wait to get started on the projects! Thank you, Toni, for being a great teacher and encourager!
I’m so sorry for the loss of your sweet fur baby. 😿 I’m a cat lover and I have 6 fur babies and I love them dearly. 💜🙏🏻
I do appreciate you doing this video…I haven’t done Tunisian crochet in several years. This was a nice refresher on how to get started. Thank you for sharing this.
When I first walked, I actually ran lol. So of course I had to triple the 12 beg ch...you're a good teacher! Thank you ❤
Really fabulous tutorial! No faffing, straight to the point and clear directions. Thank you!
Love it when you actually put the proof of learning in 15 minutes 😂 i enjoy your video, thank youuuuuuuu
Thank you for this tutorial. I’m a knitter but started with crochet and always found standard crochet a struggle. This feels like the best of both worlds. I’m already hooked! ❤
I so agree this seems like the baby knitting and crochet never had. I started with knitting but quickly put it down for crochet. I have been trying to get back into knitting and feel like this is a perfect stepping stone
I also learned to crochet first, but I learned to knit years ago and never looked at crochet. But, my aunt made a coat in Tunisian crochet and it was GORGEOUS! She turned me on to Toni's channel and I watched a few of her videos. She is an excellent teacher and I am working on two projects right now!
You'll be absolutely stunned when you find out what knooking is. I promise!!!
@@yukkaru1 Is that with double ended crochet hooks?
@@thatonegirlelaine the hook has a hole with long thread at the end. You make front and back loops and the canvas turns out to be light and airy as in knitting. Try to find it on UA-cam, very interesting technique, I'd like to try.
Oh my goodness! I have always wanted to try this but in all of the videos I’ve watched, all they ever do is show you the stitch in short samples. Me being an afghan person, kind of turned me off to this because all I could think of would be making a bunch of squares and stitching them together. You are the first person ever that actually showed the kits with the cord attachments to be able to do afghans! Thank you sooo much for this! 🩷
As a Tunisian crochet for several years, I find I always draw interested viewers when I crochet in a group. They always ask “How can I learn that?” I show them of course, but then I always refer them to your videos for somewhere to go for refresher and more info. Tunisian crochet is so calming and relaxing. I recommend it everywhere I go.
I've learned to crochet and knitting on long construction nails. I was that poor.
Now , i have lots of ustensils to my disposition.
Love your teaching. Thank you for sharing ❤
Awww RIP Peanut Butter 😔 Sending prayers to you and your husband. Losing a fur baby is never ever easy. Thank you for creating this beautiful tutorial 💜💜 we definitely appreciate you Toni!!!!
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Such a beautifully clear and helpful video! I've been knitting for 63 years but am intrigued by the texture in Tunisian knitting, as well as the fact that once I get used to it, I can complete projects faster! I'm looking forward to seeing more of your tutorials and trying my hand at this technique!
so excited that you're trying something new. I have lots of tutorials on this technique - enjoy!
Hello from Canada 🇨🇦 ❤ I've been crocheting for many (many!) years and have always wanted to learn Tunisian Crochet. The UA-cam God offered me your video tonight and I'm diving in! As soon as this video is over, I'm going to see where I can find your book!
First time doing Tunisian crochet and you made it easy. Thank you
All hail the Woman King of Tunisian Crochet! This video takes me down memory lane from when I first found your channel. I had seen a blanket made in a stitch I could not identify and discovered it was the simple stitch. Did a Google search, found your blog and then your channel. Been learning from you ever since. 🙂
PS- so sorry to hear about Peanut Butter. I know how much you adored that kitty.
Hi l'm a Spanish lady just dropped in for the first time l'm a beginner in this art and very excited to have found your channel , it seems very exciting to me and l'm willing to follow your in this adventure, thank you bye
Thank you Toni, I started Tunisian crocheting 35 years ago and then got busy with life. Saw a Tunisian crochet book a couple of years back and couldn't remember a thing. I was fortunate to find your videos and got started again and I am in the middle of 3 different projects. Love your book and videos for reference. Thank you again.
Thank you for the tutorial, I'm using my mom's Tunisian hooks, some were hand carved by my dad. I am grateful to learn something my mom was doing when she was my age. Thank you!
First time I've heard of Tunisian crochet. I just ordered the hooks, and subscribed. I am working on a hexi quilt, my first hexi project. I love keeping our crafts alive. I appreciate your instruction.
i am a beginner and wow i have learned it so fast THANKS TONI
Amazing tutorial. I’ve been crocheting for 50, granny squares. I’m bored. I’m so glad I found this video and to get started on Tunisian crocheting. Thank you so much.
I’ve been crocheting for 34 years and never heard of Tunisian crochet. It’s interesting. You are a very good teacher. I want to try it now. Thank you for your video.
I've been knitting/crocheting for 60 years and have been wanting to go back to Tunisian Crochet. Haven't done it in years. Made numberless afghans in the past. I love your presentation and will be popping in for your help on a regular basis. Thanks
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I've been doing crochet for years, but while looking at Christmas gift ideas, found a pattern that required tunisian crochet. I purchased everything I needed and watched a couple of videos and attempted to start 😂. It was a bust and I almost gave up, until I found you. Now I'm well on my way into my project and loving how easy tunisian crochet is. Thank you so much
I have often wondered how to do Tunisian crochet but have never found out where I could learn how to do it. You're a wonderful teacher so thank you. I now know how to crochet this way and at 76 I have learned something new!! Thank you!!
Got some Tunisian crochet hooks for Christmas, and came straight here. Lo and behold, this tutorial made it easy. It’s like you read my mind about what errors I might make, thanks! It was relaxing and fun.
18:52 You made this quick and painless! Also just the way you teach is amazing thank you!!!!
This is the best tutorial I have ever watched and I can genuinely say that I've learned a new crochet skill in exactly 15 minutes. Thank you for such a fantastic tutorial with clear instructions and easily identifiable stitches! Excellent! Chefs kiss!
You are the ABSOLUTE BEST instructor. And I have watched many videos trying to understand. Thank you
Omg!! My Romanian grandma taught me this when I was little! I didn't remember the name of this style and I finally found it!!
This is the only Tunisian technique tutorial that has made sense to me. Thank you for the great instruction.
How have I never known about this??? Thank you for teaching me this beautiful new stitch in such a lovely and approachable way!
I thought your other Tunisian tutorials were good, but this was perfect, especially explaining that final stitch in the row... this should help the look of my crochet and make me more confident. Thanks!
Thank you for your tutorial. At 72 years of age, I signed up for a class tomorrow. Mine doesn’t look as pretty as yours because my tension is wonky, but I can only get better. Thanks for the confidence boost.
Finally! A straight left edge of the work!! Yours is so straight!!! Love this lesson!! Now I can finally complete a square that's not lopsided!! Thanks
Thank you so very much. I am a long-time knitter but need to make some pillows, and I think Tunisian Crochet is just the ticket!!! Your video has me interested in trying!!!
Wow! You are an incredible teacher!!! Not only did you have clear and precise instructions, but your voice and presentation are just lovely! I smiled so much just listening to your tone. Thank you for this series!!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU Being a Left-handed Crocheter and working this technique has been a great challenge. However,❤ with your gentle and instructive teaching style, I have finally learned this. I'm cooking now! 😂😂😂😂
You are the best teacher I have ever watched. So easy for a beginner! Thanks so much for making it so easy to follow.
My daughter wasn't able to crochet or knit untill we found your videos. You just earned a subscriber. Thanks for the videos
You are such a terrific teacher with such pleasant personality. I feel blessed to have found your tutorials online!
I've. Ro hated for years but tubisian is new to me. I knit too. Love you Tony
This tutorial is so damn good! Straight to the point, no filler bullshit, efficient, clear, simple
YOU ARE WONDERFUL!! Its so hard to understand instructors because i have dyslexia and it gets confusing for me. But your instructions were so easy for me to understand. You also explained WHY you do it too! ❤❤
You amde it so easy for me to figure out where i was goofing up the rows!!!! Thanks! Ans Thanks to Elise for intrucing you to me!
I knit and regular crochet and have for decades. This is my first attempt at learning Tunisian Crochet and you are one of the most clear and succinct teacher I’ve ever watched. You made it easy and I know the terminology and I understood what I was doing. :) You are a gifted teacher.
I'm so glad it was helpful! Sometimes it takes a little primer like this to get you going :-)
Done! First Tunisian crochet scarf. I just started crocheting at the end of October, (took two classes at the Sheep and Wool in Rheinbeck) and really love it. I want to make a simple hat to go with my scarf now. Thanks Toni!
I've been crocheting for a long time, but haven't ventured into the Tunisian style. Now I want to. Thank you for all of your fine videos. You are a joy to watch! Elise, over at Le Petit St. Crochet highly recommended your book on Tunisian Crochet just yesterday. I will recommend it to our local library! Keep on crocheting for us all out here in UA-cam land. 💗
I've been crocheting (dabbling really) on and off since I was at least 12 years old, a dear aunt taught me (I'm in my 60s now). But since finding you and your channel a spark of excitement has turned into "I can't get enough!", especially after this video (I LOVE THIS TECHNIQUE, OMGOSH). Thank you for your wonderful videos and for sharing your gift of crocheting and teaching!! God bless and keep sharing your gifts!
I love that you went into detail about the parts of the process that can be difficult for beginners, and didn't speed up any of the crochet footage. Your clarity and approach to teaching is a step above the vast majority of youtube tutorials I've seen!
One thing that I may include just because I'm struggling with this right now, I think every tutorial should start with good hand/body stretches to do to avoid pain and injuries. I think preventing these issues is better than some one picking up a new craft then later having to look up how to manage pain. I think if more people started making this a focus and really stressing how important it is to stretch before starting a crochet/knit project, that could help a lot of people.
Thanks again for your clear tutorial! I feel ready to tackle this new craft, and much love to your family over the loss of Peanut Butter. My fluff babies are hanging out with me right now.
You are a natural teacher. Thank you for sharing your skills.
I’m primarily a knitter but I do some basic crochet and have wanted to learn Tunisian for some time. This little tutorial was PERFECT!!! So clear in visual and verbal instruction, I can’t wait to start a new project with this beautiful simple stitch!
Learnt this from a womans magazine in the uk back in the seventies and now I’ve remembered it thanks to you! x
Hi Toni - I was very touched by your Peanut Butter tribute....what a gorgeous fur baby!!!! I too lost a beloved fur baby early this year and cherish the memories. 💜😻💜
Loved your "Learn Tunisian in under 15 mins" video! Thank you, thank you for the great video lessons on crocheting, especially Tunsian!!
I started learning this new craft in January and have just graduated to my first set of Lantern Moon hooks, a wonderful gift from my hubby for my birthday last month!!
beautiful!; One thing I've never liked about crochet was my brain always wants it to look like it has been knit. Enter Tunisian crochet! I can learn to make something that has the flat sweep of a knit with the ease of crochet. Thank you!
Just completed my first tiny little piece. I LOVE IT, THANK YOU❤🎉
Also peanut butter looked like the most special furball❤❤
You're a really amazing teacher! I'm new to Tunisian crochet and will just keep watching your videos. No matter how loose I keep my stitches, it wants to curl, but I'll keep on trying :-)
Brilliant, thank you Toni! This could not have been clearer, you are a fabulous teacher.
Thank you. You are a very user-friendly teacher. I will be moving forward with you as my teacher. I crochet, but prefer the look of knitting, so this works for me. Thanks again.
You showed the last stitch beautifully. This was the exact tutorial I needed! Thanks so much!
THNAK YOU! You are a great teacher! I bought your book and couldn't wait to start.
Thank you for making this easy to follow for people with learning disabilities like myself. I’ve seen countless videos trying to explain this method of crochet, but I was finally able to grasp it with your video. I’ll definitely be recommending this to my other crafty friends 😊
I subscribed just off the fact of how you teach. I'm not currently looking to learn this stitch. I'm almost a complete beginner to crochet. So I will come back to this.
As always young lady, you produce a fun, exciting and easy to follow tutorial video!!! Thank you very much for helping this old man to learn a new craft and being able to relax and enjoy life again through this string therapy!!! May you have a blessed week and find much joy in your surroundings!!!
Had to come back after some time passed without doing Tunisian. Thanks for all your hard work!!! 🎄🌟♥️
My Aunt taught me that stitch back in the 70's. She called it the Afghan stitch. She did 3 sections crocheted them together with the popcorn stitch and cross stitched 3 large roses down each section. They were beautiful.
I made that afghan with the roses
I learned this style of Afghan stitch style back in the 70’s with my mother. We taught ourselves from a book together and we both loved making things using these long metal hooks. We both crocheted and knitted but loved using this new style of mixing both together. This tutorial is so well done and I really love revisiting this again and making amazing projects again using this Tunisian technique. Thank you so much Toni for making this amazing video tutorial. 👍🏼🥰❤️🧶🤠
Yes, it was called the Afghan stitch or the granny stitch in the 70s that’s when I learned how to do it. I taught this in the women’s fellowship Saturday morning class at my church..and the ladies loved it. It’s so easy ..it’s really easier than regular crochet. My tip would be don’t panic if things curl a little at the beginning .. as long as you get the back up on that first row 🤔..everything evens out when you block it, You did a beautiful job teaching this.🥰👋🏽
I'm super grateful for this! I learned knitting in 2021, taught myself crochet last year (with your help!) and I'd wanted to do Tunisian, but was nervous to start. Recently I was blessed when a friend gifted me her late mother's stash, which included a partly done Tunisian project that I would love to finish, but I do not have any knowledge! Lucky me to have been watching you already, which means I can watch this video! Time to settle in and get learning ♥
Keep up the good work
I’ve been crocheting for 47 years and love learning new stitches. I am also a left-handed crochet-er; drove my aunt nuts because my work was “backwards” 😉. When I saw the Tunisian stitch I knew I had to try it - it is so neat and tidy. You explained and demonstrated it so well I know I can give it a try. I’ll let you know how it turns out. Thank you! 🦋
Please do let me know how it turns out!!
Great tutorial! But I am sooooo sorry for your loss of your beloved Peanut.😿 Such a sweet kitty.
I have been struggling with this stitch. I have watch several videos and nothing turned out. All my squares look horrible. Then I found this one and it is FANTASTIC. Steps are beginner friendly. Everything is explained incredibly well. I finally got it and have done 5 squares in about half an hour. Now that I understand it so well and it looks AMAZING..... this is my most favorite stitch. Thank you so much for the best tutorial I have ever seen.
I am sooooo sorry to hear about Peanut Butter. I know that was your special baby. We had to put down our dog and it was a very hard thing to do. Thank you for sharing with us.
Wow! You are the first person that "I get it"! I am a lefty, so everything is backward to me . I love this stich and can't wait to get started! I am trying to make a baby blanket for my grand baby coming in June.
I don't know how to crochet or knit at all and I may never learn, but this is so mesmerizing. I love the way you teach!
I already followed you but Crystal from Bag O Day Crochet said that you were the best person at teaching Tunisian Crochet then a few days later this video popped up in my feed. I'm already obsessed!! You are an amazing teacher ❤❤ I ordered a set of hooks that you recommended and I can't wait til they come in! Thank you so much
I found this by accident as I was browsing on UA-cam for crochet ideas. I just started a tunisian practice piece a couple of weeks ago. You were much clearer about that end stitch and where to put the hook than the other site I used. I now know I've not been hitting the correct spot consistently. I have subscribed to your channel as I know where I most want to go for help! Thank you so much for a VERY clear and enjoyable lesson!
Thank you! I know how to crochet, but never knew the Tunisian crochet. I want to try this. Your video is so informative and easy to follow. Thank you for staying on topic while you spoke rather than chasing rabbits by telling your thought processes. Your video was concise and I like that. I’ll be following your UA-cam channel to learn more.😊
Was gifted a lot of knitting and crochet tools, including a few Tunisian crochet hooks. Thanks for this tutorial! It was easy to follow along. I'm more a knitter than a crocheter, so making the analogies to knitting was quite helpful.
Thanks for this!
I just found this video and you. I've wanted to learn Tunisian but haven't yet, until now 😉. You have a gift for teaching, and your beautiful smile and positivity(if that's a word) are such a pleasure to be a part of. Thank you for you time and care. God bless you 🙏🏻 I'll be watching and learning along as soon as I can! ❤️
I’m SUPER PICKY about what videos I watch because I love this! It’s so helpful