Tunisian Crochet: Contemporary Designs for Time-Honored Traditions

The book opens with the history of Tunisian crochet, a technique used for garments since the nineteenth century. Dora Ohrenstein explains how it differs from ordinary crochet and from knitting: the fabric it makes is elastic, light and drapes in its own way.

Next comes a collection of more than twenty Tunisian stitch patterns, each producing a different kind of fabric. Twelve projects then put those stitches to work, from lacy shawls and snug hats to jackets, skirts and household pieces. Several designers contribute patterns, so the projects show a range of approaches to the technique.

The book suits crafters who want to go beyond the basics, and anyone interested in how an old method is being updated with modern styles and yarns. Edition note: published by Interweave Press Inc in 2013, 144 pages, ISBN-13 9781596685536.