In my search for new and exciting patterns, I have fallen into Tunisian crochet and, touching that type of stitch, crochet-on-the-double.
Both types yield a thick, warm fabric, and can give the effect of knitting or weaving while using a crochet hook. Various instructions revealed that you can insert the hook into the row below in at least four ways, each giving a different texture to the piece.
Tunisian crochet pulls up a loop of yarn through each stitch of the row below, holding the loops on the hook until you get to the end of the row (reminiscent of broomstick lace, if that helps you visualize it). Then you yarn over and pull through the first loop on the hook, yarn over and pull through two at a time until you get back to the start of the row.
If you want to try it without spending money on afghan hooks, you can work up a small practice swatch by using the crochet hook of your choice and winding a rubber band on the blunt end as a stitch stopper.
There is no way to simulate double-ended hook crochet without getting the hook and learning the technique. Believe me, I've tried! With this technique, you'll end up with a reversible fabric that will be thick and warm on those cold nights coming up.
Here are a couple of books to get you started: 101 Double-Ended Hook Stitches by Annie's Attic
Tunisian Crochet: The Look of Knitting with the Ease of Crocheting by Sharon Hernes Silverman and The Crochet Stitch Bible by Betty Barden.
Happy Crafting,
Kathi Linz
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