The first of the four facecloth would make a great introduction to Tunisian crochet; you will learn how to start your project, basic stitches that are worked in the popular Honeycomb stitch combination and how to bind of your project.
The other facecloths would make a great progression in your Tunisian crochet skills; you will learn more advanced TC stitches and stitch combinations, while building up on skills from the previous facecloth.
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Skills required
To make this crochet facecloth set, you will need to learn (or have mastered) the following:
Chain, Tunisian crochet technique (alternating forward and return passes), Tunisian simple stitch (tss), Tunisian purl stitch (tps), Honeycomb stitch pattern bind-off, Tunisian slanted stitch (tsls), Waffle stitch pattern bind-off, Tunisian crossed stitch (tcs), Tunisian crossed stitch pattern bind-off, Tunisian two together (t2tog), yarn over (YO), Tunisian smock stitch pattern bind-off, blocking.
Skill Level
Finished measurements:
The final facecloth measurements (blocked):
25.5 cm x 25.5 cm (approx. 10 x 10)”
Materials and tools:
Stylecraft Naturals Bamboo & Cotton (60% Bamboo, 40% Cotton | DK weight | 100 g (3.5 oz) = 250 m (273 yds)), (#7166) Cameo 2 balls (enough for all 4 facecloths)
Tunisian crochet hook size 4.5 mm (US size 7) with cable (at least 12.5 cm (5”)) or size to obtain the gauge
Tapestry needle
Scissors
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Gauge:
Blocked Gauge:
18 sts x 16 rows = 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4)” over st pattern
Gauge helps you to understand how the project turns out in terms of the final size. If you would like to achieve the exact size of the final project as in the instructions above, you gauge needs to match exactly to the above.
If you get more stitches and/or rows than stated above using the exact hook size as per instructions, your final project will turn out smaller. Conversely, if you get less stitches and/or rows than stated above using the exact hooks size as per instructions, your final project will turn out bigger.
To make adjustments, if you get more stitches and/or rows, you can try using bigger hook size to get closer to the desired size. Conversely, if you get less stitches and/or rows, you can try using smaller hook size to get closer to the desired size.
It may take trial and error to try out a few hook sizes to achieve the exact size.
Alternatively, if you really don’t want to make several samples to achieve the desired size, you can try to alter your tension as you work the project. However, I would advise to try this out once you master the basics of Tunisian crochet as it may be a bit tiresome to try to master the basics of Tunisian crochet and focus on alternating your tension while working the project.
Stitch guide:
Tunisian crochet stitches are worked in 2 steps; forward and return pass from right to left, with the number of sts (lps) increasing on the hook during the forward pass and decreasing during the return pass.
Return pass is worked in the same way for all stitches (rows of sts) used in this project as follows : 1 ch, * yrh, draw through 2 lps on hook, rep from * until 1 lp on hook.
Edge stitches:
Right edge stitch– This is the first lp on hook and counts as first st unless otherwise stated.
Left edge stitch– This st is referred to in the pattern as the End Stitch (ES) and is crocheted as follows: Rotate the end of the fabric towards yourself, insert the hook under both bars (left and right) of the last st, yrh and pul.
- First row of Tunisian crochet: Insert the hook in the back bump of second ch from hook, yrh and pul across.
- Tunisian simple stitch: Insert the hook from right to left under front vertical bar of the next st, yrh and pul.
- Tunisian purl stitch: Bring yarn to the front on the work and hook, insert the hook from right to left under the front vertical bar of the next st, yrh and pul.
- Tunisian slanted stitch: Bring yarn to the front on the work and hook, insert the hook from right to left under the front vertical bar of the next st, yrh and pul.
- Tunisian crossed stitch: * skip next vertical bar, tss in next st, tss in skipped st.
- Tunisian two together: insert hook from right to left behind two vertical bars, yrh and pul.
- Yarn Over: yarn over from front to back around the hook
Honeycomb stitch pattern bind-off: *Tss in next st, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook, tps in next st, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook; rep from * to last st, ES, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook.
Waffle stitch pattern bind-off: *Tss in next st, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook, tsls in next st, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook; rep from * to last st, ES, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook.
Tunisian crossed stitch pattern bind-off: *skip 1, tss in next st, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, tss in skipped st, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook; rep from * to last st, ES, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook.
Tunisian smock stitch pattern bind-off: *T2tog in next 2 sts, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook, YO, pull through the lp just made through the lp that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook; rep from * to last, ES, pull through the lp just made through the loop that is already on hook, 1 lp left on hook.
If this is your first Tunisian crochet project and don’t know where to start, I have a great Tunisian crochet basics masterclass that will jump-start your skills:
| Abbreviations: | |
| ch- chain | yrh- yarn round the hook |
| st(s)- stitch(es) | pul- pull up a loop |
| lp(s)- loop(s) | FP- forward pass |
| tss- Tunisian simple stitch | RP- return pass |
| tps- Tunisian purl stitch | approx.- approximately |
| tsls- Tunisian slanted stitch | RS- right side |
| tcs- Tunisian crossed stitch | rep- repeat |
| t2togs- Tunisian two together | YO- yarn over |
| ES- End stitch | TC- Tunisian crochet |
Notes:
The crochet facecloth is worked flat, RS facing from right to left.
Similar light weight yarns may be substituted; please check gauge.
The stitch count refers to the number of lps on hook on FP.
Hold YO loop with a finger till the following stitch is made. Please note that YO for this stitch patter is worked slightly differently than the traditional yrh (this is worked from back to front) (refer to video tutorial for details).
Crochet washcloths or facecloths are ideal projects to learn a new stitches or techniques before fully committing to a large project, such as a garment or a blanket. It allows you to have a quick win- a project finished in a few hours or an evening that can be a great gifting option to for those last moment pressies or stocking fillers. I especially love washcloths for their versatility and the fact that I can whip one without having to shop for more yarn- there is always enough yarn for a washcloth in my stash! 🙂
Instructions:
Facecloth 1
Chain 47.
Row 1 FP: Insert the hook in the back bump of second ch from hook, yrh and pul across. 47 lps on hook.
Row 1 RP and all other RPs: Standard RP.
Row 2: *Tss in next st, tps in next st; rep from * to last 2 sts, tss in next st, ES in next st.
Row 3: *Tps in next st, tss in next st; rep from * to last 2 sts, tps in next st, ES in next st.
Rows 4-5: Rep Rows 2-3.
Row 6: [Tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, tss in each st across to last 5 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Row 7: [Tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in each st across to last 5 sts, [tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 8-9: Rep Rows 6-7.
Row 10: [Tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, tps in next st, *tss in next st, tps in next st; rep from * to last 10 sts, tss in next 5 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Row 11: [Tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 6 sts, *tps in next st, tss in next st; rep from * to last 10 sts, tss in next 5 sts, [tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 12-13: Rep Rows 10-11.
Row 14: [Tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, tps in next st, [tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, tss in next 17 sts, tps in next st, [tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Row 15: [Tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 18 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 16-17: Rep Rows 14-15.
Row 18: [Tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, tps in next st, [tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, tps in next st, [tss in next st, tps in next st] three times, tss in next 5 sts, tps in next st, [tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Row 19: [Tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] three times, tss in next 6 sts, [tps in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tss in next st, tps in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 20-23: Rep Rows 18-19.
Rows 24-27: Rep Rows 14-17.
Rows 28-31: Rep Rows 10-13.
Rows 32-35: Rep Rows 6-9.
Rows 36-39: Rep Rows 2-5.
Row 40: Honeycomb stitch pattern bind-off.
Fasten-off.
Facecloth 2
Chain 47.
Row 1 FP: Insert the hook in the back bump of second ch from hook, yrh and pul across. 47 lps on hook.
Row 1 RP and all other RPs: Standard RP.
Row 2: *Tss in next st, tsls in next st; rep from * to last 2 sts, tss in next st, ES in next st.
Row 3: *Tsls in next st, tss in next st; rep from * to last 2 sts, tsls in next st, ES in next st.
Rows 4-5: Rep Rows 2-3.
Row 6: [Tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, tss in each st across to last 5 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Row 7: [Tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in each st across to last 5 sts, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 8-9: Rep Rows 6-7.
Row 10: [Tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, tsls in next st, *tss in next st, tsls in next st; rep from * to last 10 sts, tss in next 5 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Row 11: [Tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 6 sts, *tsls in next st, tss in next st; rep from * to last 10 sts, tss in next 5 sts, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 12-13: Rep Rows 10-11.
Row 14: [Tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, tsls in next st, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, tss in next 17 sts, tsls in next st, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Row 15: [Tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 18 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 16-17: Rep Rows 14-15.
Row 18: [Tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, tsls in next st, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, tsls in next st, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] three times, tss in next 5 sts, tsls in next st, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Row 19: [Tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] three times, tss in next 6 sts, [tsls in next st, tss in next st] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tss in next st, tsls in next st] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 20-23: Rep Rows 18-19.
Rows 24-27: Rep Rows 14-17.
Rows 28-31: Rep Rows 10-13.
Rows 32-35: Rep Rows 6-9.
Rows 36-39: Rep Rows 2-5.
Row 40: Waffle stitch pattern bind-off.
Fasten-off.
Facecloth 3
Chain 47.
Row 1 FP: Insert the hook in the back bump of second ch from hook, yrh and pul across. 47 lps on hook.
Row 1 RP and all other RPs: Standard RP.
Row 2: *Tcs in each st across to last 2 sts, tss in next st, ES in next st.
Row 3: *Tss in next st, tcs in each st across to last st, ES in next st.
Rows 4-5: Rep Rows 2-3.
Row 6: [Tcs] twice, tss in each st across to last 5 sts, [tcs] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 7-9: Rep Row 6.
Row 10: [Tcs] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tcs] 13 times, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] twice, ES in next st.
Row 11: [Tcs] twice, tss in next 6 sts, tcs 13 times, tss in next 5 sts, [tcs] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 12-13: Rep Rows 10-11.
Row 14: [Tcs] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tcs] twice, tss in next 18 sts, [tcs] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] twice, ES in next st.
Row 15: [Tcs] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] twice, tss in next 18 sts, [tcs] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tcs] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 16-17: Rep Rows 14-15.
Row 18: [Tcs] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tcs] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] three times, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] twice, ES in next st.
Row 19: [Tcs] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] three times, tss in next 6 sts, [tcs] twice, tss in next 5 sts, [tcs] twice, ES in next st.
Rows 20-23: Rep Rows 18-19.
Rows 24-27: Rep Rows 14-17.
Rows 28-31: Rep Rows 10-13.
Rows 32-35: Rep Rows 6-9.
Rows 36-39: Rep Rows 2-5.
Row 40: Tunisian crossed stitch bind-off.
Fasten-off.
Facecloth 4
Chain 46.
Row 1 FP: Insert the hook in the back bump of second ch from hook, yrh and pul across. 46 lps on hook.
Row 1 RP and all other RPs: Standard RP.
Row 2: *T2tog in next 2 sts, YO; rep from * to last st, ES.
Row 3: Tss in next st, *t2tog in next 2 sts, YO; rep from * to last 2 sts, tss in next st, ES in next st.
Rows 4-5: Rep Rows 2-3.
Row 6: [T2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, tss in each st across to last 5 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, ES in next st.
Row 7: Tss in next st,T2tog in next 2 sts, YO, tss in each st across to last 4 sts, t2tog in next 2 sts, YO, tss in next st, ES in next st.
Rows 8-9: Rep Rows 6-7.
Row 10: [T2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, tss in next 4 sts, * t2tog in next 2 sts, YO; rep from * to last 9 sts, tss in next 4 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, ES in next st.
Row 11: Tss in next st, t2tog in next 2 sts, YO, tss in next 6 sts, * t2tog in next 2 sts, YO; rep from * to last 10 sts, tss in next 6 sts, t2tog in next 2 sts, YO, tss in next st, ES in next st.
Rows 12-13: Rep Rows 10-11.
Row 14: [T2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, tss in next 4 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] three times, tss in next 16 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] three times, tss in next 4 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, ES in next st.
Row 15: Tss in next st, t2tog in next 2 sts, YO, tss in next 6 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, tss in next 18 sts, [T2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, tss in next 6 sts, t2tog in next 2 sts, YO, tss in next st, ES in next st.
Rows 16-17: Rep Rows 14-15.
Row 18: [T2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, tss in next 4 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] three times, tss in next 4 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] four times, tss in next 4 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] three times, tss in next 4 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, ES in next st.
Row 19: Tss in next st, t2tog in next 2 sts, YO, tss in next 6 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, tss in next 6 sts, [T2tog in next 2 sts, YO] three times, tss in next 6 sts, [t2tog in next 2 sts, YO] twice, tss in next 6 sts, t2tog in next 2 sts, YO, tss in next st, ES in next st.
Rows 20-23: Rep Rows 18-19.
Rows 24-27: Rep Rows 14-17.
Rows 28-31: Rep Rows 10-13.
Rows 32-35: Rep Rows 6-9.
Rows 36-39: Rep Rows 2-5.
Row 40: Tunisian smock stitch bind-off.
Fasten-off.
Finishing:
Weave in ends and block to final measurements as in schematic.
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Further resources:
Pattern video tutorials:
Facecloth 1
Facecloth 2
Facecloth 3
Facecloth 4
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