{"id":2335,"date":"2025-09-28T12:56:05","date_gmt":"2025-09-28T12:56:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.khflix.asia\/?p=2335"},"modified":"2025-09-28T12:56:05","modified_gmt":"2025-09-28T12:56:05","slug":"the-serene-stripes-tunisian-baby-blanket-a-modern-textured-pattern","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.khflix.asia\/?p=2335","title":{"rendered":"The “Serene Stripes” Tunisian Baby Blanket: A Modern, Textured Pattern"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Inspired by the beautiful and simple construction shown in the video, this pattern combines the soothing texture of the Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS) with modern color blocking to create a warm, yet lightweight baby blanket. It’s a fantastic project for beginners looking to try Tunisian crochet, as it focuses on basic stitches and rhythmic color changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key to this design is the TSS Boundary Block<\/strong>, where a row of Tunisian Purl Stitch (TPS) is strategically placed to create a pronounced, cord-like separator between the large blocks of color, giving the finished piece a sharp, structured look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf1f Materials & Sizing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Item<\/td>Details<\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Yarn<\/strong><\/td>Color A (Main):<\/strong> 600g (approx. 1400 yards) Worsted Weight (Category 4) in a solid, light color (e.g., Cream or Soft Gray).<\/td><\/tr>
Yarn<\/strong><\/td>Color B (Contrast):<\/strong> 200g (approx. 450 yards) Worsted Weight (Category 4) in a complementary or bright color (e.g., Navy, Blush Pink, or Mint).<\/td><\/tr>
Hook<\/strong><\/td>6.0 mm (US J\/10)<\/strong> Tunisian Crochet Hook with a flexible cable (at least 36 inches long to accommodate the width).<\/td><\/tr>
Notions<\/strong><\/td>Scissors, Yarn Needle, 1-2 Stitch Markers.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Finished Size & Gauge<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Approximate Finished Size:<\/strong> 30 inches wide x 36 inches long.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Gauge (approx.):<\/strong> 15 stitches and 15 rows of TSS = 4 inches, measured after blocking. (Gauge is not critical for a blanket, but aim for a fabric that is slightly loose and not stiff.)<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    \ud83d\udcd8 Terminology & Special Stitches<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    This pattern uses standard US and Tunisian crochet abbreviations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Abbreviation<\/td>Meaning<\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
    Ch<\/strong><\/td>Chain<\/td><\/tr>
    Sl St<\/strong><\/td>Slip Stitch<\/td><\/tr>
    FO<\/strong><\/td>Fasten Off<\/td><\/tr>
    FP<\/strong><\/td>Forward Pass (gathering loops onto the hook)<\/td><\/tr>
    RP<\/strong><\/td>Return Pass (working loops off the hook)<\/td><\/tr>
    TSS<\/strong><\/td>Tunisian Simple Stitch<\/td><\/tr>
    TPS<\/strong><\/td>Tunisian Purl Stitch<\/td><\/tr>
    LTS<\/strong><\/td>Last Tunisian Stitch (see instruction below)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

    1. Tunisian Simple Stitch (TSS)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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    • Used for the main fabric.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Insert hook horizontally under the vertical bar of the next stitch, YO, pull up a loop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      2. Tunisian Purl Stitch (TPS)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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      • Used for the unique horizontal divider.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Bring the yarn to the front of the work, insert hook under the vertical bar of the next stitch, bring the yarn back behind the hook, YO, pull up a loop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        3. Last Tunisian Stitch (LTS)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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        • Used at the end of every Forward Pass for a clean edge.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Insert hook under both<\/em> the front and back loops of the last vertical stitch of the previous row, YO, pull up a loop.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          Standard Return Pass (RP)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

          (Used for every row unless otherwise noted)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Ch 1 (locks the row).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
          • *YO, pull through 2 loops on hook*. Repeat from * until only 1 loop remains on the hook.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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            \ud83e\uddf1 The Pattern: TSS Boundary Block<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

            This pattern is worked in sections of alternating colors. The stitch count will be the same for all sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            Setup: Foundation Row (Color A)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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            1. Using Color A<\/strong>, Ch 115 (or any number for your desired width, aim for an even width in inches<\/em>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            2. Forward Pass (FP):<\/strong> Insert hook into the back bump of the 2nd Ch from the hook, YO, pull up a loop. Repeat across all 114 chains. (115 loops on your hook).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            3. Return Pass (RP):<\/strong> Work a Standard RP.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              Section 1: Main Body (Color A)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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              • Work Rows 1-30 in TSS<\/strong> (approx. 8 inches in height).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                Row 1 (FP):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • TSS<\/strong> in every vertical bar across. Work LTS<\/strong> in the last stitch. (115 loops on hook). Row 1 (RP):<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Work a Standard RP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                  Rows 2-30:<\/strong> Repeat Row 1 (FP and RP).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                  At the end of Row 30, complete the RP, but DO NOT<\/strong> slip stitch or cut yarn A. Leave the loop live and drop the yarn.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  Section 2: The Boundary Strip (Color B)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

                  This strip is worked with the contrasting color and uses the Tunisian Purl Stitch<\/strong> to create a dense, highly textured horizontal line that visually separates the color blocks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  1. Attach Color B<\/strong> (join to the live loop left by Color A).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  2. Row 31 (FP – TPS Boundary):<\/strong>\n
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                    • TPS<\/strong> in every vertical bar across. Work LTS<\/strong> in the last stitch. (115 loops on hook).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                    • Row 31 (RP):<\/strong>\n
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                      • Work a Standard RP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                      • Row 32 (FP – TSS):<\/strong>\n
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                        • TSS<\/strong> in every vertical bar across. Work LTS<\/strong> in the last stitch. (115 loops on hook).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                        • Row 32 (RP):<\/strong>\n
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                          • Work a Standard RP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                          • Row 33 (FP – TPS Boundary):<\/strong>\n
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                            • TPS<\/strong> in every vertical bar across. Work LTS<\/strong> in the last stitch. (115 loops on hook).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                            • Row 33 (RP):<\/strong>\n
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                              • Work a Standard RP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                At the end of Row 33, complete the RP, and DO NOT<\/strong> cut yarn B. Leave the loop live and drop the yarn.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                Section 3: Color Block Re-entry (Color A)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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                                1. Pick up Color A<\/strong> (it should be waiting).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                2. Row 34 (FP):<\/strong>\n
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                                  • TSS<\/strong> in every vertical bar across. Work LTS<\/strong> in the last stitch. (115 loops on hook).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                  • Row 34 (RP):<\/strong>\n
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                                    • Work a Standard RP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                      Rows 35-63:<\/strong> Repeat the TSS pattern from Row 1, working 30 rows in Color A.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                      At the end of Row 63, complete the RP, drop yarn A, and pick up yarn B again.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                      Pattern Repeat<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

                                      Continue alternating the sections until the blanket reaches 36 inches (or your desired length).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                                      Section Type<\/td>Rows<\/td>Color<\/td>Approx. Height<\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
                                      Color Block<\/strong><\/td>30 Rows of TSS<\/td>Color A<\/td>8 inches<\/td><\/tr>
                                      Boundary Strip<\/strong><\/td>3 Rows (TPS, TSS, TPS)<\/td>Color B<\/td>1 inch<\/td><\/tr>
                                      Color Block<\/strong><\/td>30 Rows of TSS<\/td>Color A<\/td>8 inches<\/td><\/tr>
                                      Boundary Strip<\/strong><\/td>3 Rows (TPS, TSS, TPS)<\/td>Color B<\/td>1 inch<\/td><\/tr>
                                      Color Block<\/strong><\/td>30 Rows of TSS<\/td>Color A<\/td>8 inches<\/td><\/tr>
                                      Boundary Strip<\/strong><\/td>3 Rows (TPS, TSS, TPS)<\/td>Color B<\/td>1 inch<\/td><\/tr>
                                      Final Block<\/strong><\/td>30 Rows of TSS<\/td>Color A<\/td>8 inches<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

                                      (This structure results in 4 large blocks of Color A separated by 3 Boundary Strips of Color B, totaling approximately 36 inches.)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      \u2702\ufe0f Finishing and Edging<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                                      Once you have completed your final Color Block section:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                      1. Final Row (Bind Off):<\/strong> This row secures all the loops and matches the density of the side edges.\n
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                                        • Forward Pass (FP – Sl St Bind Off):<\/strong> Work a TSS<\/strong> into the first vertical bar, then Sl St<\/strong> through the loop on your hook. *TSS into the next vertical bar, Sl St through the loop on your hook*. Repeat from * across the row, working a Sl St into the last stitch of the row.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                        • Fasten Off:<\/strong> Cut the yarn and pull the tail through the last loop.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

                                          Perimeter Edging (Optional)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

                                          To create a clean, uniform border, work a round of Single Crochet (SC) around the entire perimeter of the blanket, working 1 SC into each row-end on the sides, 1 SC into each stitch along the top\/bottom, and 3 SC into each corner. Join with a Sl St and Fasten Off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                                          Final Care<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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                                          • Weave in all yarn tails securely.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                                          • Wet or steam block the blanket to relax the Tunisian stitches and ensure the edges are straight and the fabric has a beautiful drape.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                                            Video tutorial:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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