The Tunisian braid is a decorative stitch that adds texture and interest to your Tunisian crochet projects. Here's how to make the perfect Tunisian braid:
- Begin by working a Tunisian crochet row in your desired stitch pattern.
- To create the braid, insert your hook from right to left under the vertical bar of the next stitch in the row below.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop through the vertical bar.
- Insert your hook from right to left under the vertical bar of the stitch you just worked in the row below.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop through the vertical bar.
- Repeat steps 2-5 across the row.
- Work the next row of Tunisian crochet in your desired stitch pattern, working into the two loops created by the braid in the row below.
- Repeat steps 2-7 for as many rows as you like, alternating between Tunisian braid rows and regular Tunisian crochet rows.
- It's important to keep your tension consistent throughout the braid to create an even, tight texture.
- Practice the braid stitch on a small swatch before using it in a larger project.
- You can use the Tunisian braid stitch as a decorative edge on scarves, blankets, and other Tunisian crochet items.
