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Miss Purl February Crafternoon: Tunisian Crochet for Newbies

  • Miss Purl 1824 West 95th Street Chicago, IL, 60643 United States (map)

Make your own Mug Rug

You'll learn the basics and create your very own mug rug! We'll start with a warm welcome and an overview of Tunisian Crochet, followed by a quick rundown of the materials you'll need. Next, we'll dive into casting on, with a demonstration and practice session to get you started. You'll then learn how to work the starting row and practice the Tunisian Simple Stitch, the foundation of many beautiful projects. To add a personal touch to your mug rug, we'll show you how to accessorize it with tassels and embroidery.

Looking for a fun and creative way to spend your holiday? Join us for another holiday crafternoon where we will spend the afternoon Tunisian crocheting a mug rug or dish cloth. This class will introduce you to the unique techniques of Tunisian crochet, blending elements of knitting and traditional crochet to create beautiful, textured fabrics. Come ready to learn, create, and have fun!

What You'll Learn:

  • The differences between Tunisian crochet, traditional crochet, and knitting

  • How to create a foundation row, forward pass, and return pass

  • The Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS)

Class Highlights:

  • Hands-on practice with personalized assistance

  • A mini project: Create your own simple dishcloth or mug rug

  • A friendly and supportive environment for learning and creativity

  • Yarn kit included

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