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Tunisian Crochet: The Japanese Way

by Nihon Vogue
Tuttle. May 2024. 96p. ISBN 9780804857055. $19.99. CRAFTS
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Fiber artists looking for a new challenge will be intrigued by this Tunisian crochet book filled with stitch guides and projects. Tunisian crochet is a combination of knitting and crochet that creates distinctive textures and patterns. The book’s featured stitch notation, created in Japan, has been widely adopted by crafters around the world. This book covers 13 classic Tunisian crochet stitches, with one or two simple projects for accessories or home goods following each one. The full-color photographs give the volume an appealing magazine-like feel. Full diagrams and instructions are included at the back of the book, along with guides to Tunisian crochet basics and to the yarns used in the patterns.
VERDICT A solid addition to collections of fiber arts books. With an appealing design and a variety of beginner-level projects that look advanced when completed, this title offers clear instructions, beautiful photos, and inspiration for readers interested in this style of stitching techniques.
Reviewed by Melanie Kindrachuk , Jul 01, 2024
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