addiTun Tunisian Crochet Hook
The addiTun - Tunisian crochet hooks with one or two hooks or flexible as a click set. Made of robust aluminum up to 6 mm and high-quality plastic up to 8 mm, these crochet hooks are your ideal companion for challenging patterns, crochet projects and Tunisian crochet - made in Germany, of course.
What is Tunisian crochet?
Tunisian crochet is a needlework technique that is a mixture of knitting and crocheting. Stitches are worked with the hook, but are picked up again on the hook as in knitting.
In Tunisian crochet, a longer needle is used, either fixed or extended with a cord, classically with a stopper at the end to stop the stitches from slipping down. The needle or cord/needle combination must be as long as the desired width of the piece.
In contrast to traditional crochet, where each stitch is worked individually, in Tunisian crochet all the stitches in a row are picked up on the hook at once and then crocheted off again. This results in a dense, often woven look and allows for different patterns and textures.
There are many variations of Tunisian crochet, such as the Tunisian basic stitch, the Tunisian knit stitch, the Tunisian entrelac and more. Each variation creates a different pattern. It is worth trying out different techniques to discover the diversity of Tunisian crochet.
What makes the addiTun - Tunisian crochet hooks so special?
Tunisian crochet hooks, also known as Afghan crochet hooks, are a combination of knitting needles and crochet hooks, as described above. Tunisian crochet hooks traditionally have a hook and a stopper at the other end or, alternatively, two hooks at both ends for special techniques.
The addiClick crochet hook set with interchangeable cords is particularly flexible, as the crochet hook tips in thicknesses of 3.5 - 8 mm can be combined with various cord lengths and end pieces.
addiTune – Tunisian crochet hook with one hook
The classic Tunisian crochet hook with one hook is ideal for working in rows, from small projects up to 30 cm wide. Made of pearl grey anodized aluminium, the addiTun Tunisian crochet hooks with a length of 30 cm offer various thicknesses between 2.0 and 5.0 mm. The size indication on the practical plastic heart-shaped button makes it easy to select the right needle size. Thanks to their extremely smooth surface, the stitches glide effortlessly over the needle, which makes working particularly pleasant.
addiTune – Tunisian crochet hook with two hook
The double crochet hook is suitable for special crochet techniques where both tips are used alternately to crochet to both sides. The addiTun Tunisian double crochet hook made of pearl grey anodized aluminium is available in a length of 15 cm, in thicknesses from 2.0 to 6.0 mm.
How do I crochet with Tunisian crochet hooks?
The Tunisian crochet technique is an exciting crochet variation that is easy to learn for both experienced crocheters and beginners. It is similar to classic crochet, but offers a firmer and less elastic crochet pattern, which makes it ideal for more robust projects such as bags or placemats.
Quick guide to Tunisian crochet:
- Cast-on: Start with a row of chain stitches, this will define the width of your work.
- Right Side (pick up stitches): Insert the needle through the second chain stitch from the needle and pull a loop through the stitch that now remains on the needle. Repeat this for each subsequent stitch in the chain of chain stitches.
- Wrong Side (crochet stitches off): Start the back row by crocheting the yarn through the first stitch on the hook and letting the stitch slip off the hook. Repeat this step with all the stitches on the hook.
- Continue crocheting: Repeat the right side and wrong side rows until your work has reached the desired length.
- Finishing: Finish with a row of single crochet stitches for a neat edge.
This technique is ideal for creating solid and structured Tunisian crochet pieces in the basic pattern.
Which wool or yarns are suitable for Tunisian crochet?
Basically, any yarn can be crocheted in Tunisian, depending on the result you want to achieve:
- Cotton: Ideal for projects that require strength in shape retention and can be hot-washed, such as kitchen accessories, home textiles or summer clothing.
- Wool: Provides warmth and volume, perfect for winter accessories such as scarves, hats or blankets.
- Acrylic: A good choice for everyday projects as it is easy to care for and often cheaper than wool. Suitable for accessories, blankets and more.
- Mixed yarns (wool-acrylic, cotton-synthetic): Combine the best properties of different fiber types, such as the warmth of wool and the easy-care properties of synthetics.
The yarn you choose also depends on the desired texture and pattern. A thinner yarn is recommended for finer patterns, while a thicker yarn is ideal for coarser textures. Also pay attention to the recommended needle size of the yarn to achieve the best result with your Tunisian crochet hooks.
