How to Crochet the Tunisian Wide Ribs Stitch

Welcome to the final stitch in our Learn to Tunisian Crochet Blanket Crochet Along! Today, we’re exploring the Tunisian Wide Ribs Stitch, a simple yet stunning stitch that combines the Tunisian Purl Stitch and the Tunisian Knit Stitch.

This easy one-row repeat creates a thicker ribbing texture with a lovely stretch, making it perfect for projects where you want a bit of give and definition.

Keep in mind that the texture of this stitch may cause your square to be a little narrower, so consider adding an extra inch to your starting chain, or you can always block your square to achieve the correct size.

I absolutely love the texture of this stitch, and it’s inspired several new blanket pattern ideas, so stay tuned for more!

I cannot believe we are about to wrap this CAL up!  After this stitch, we will put a border around each one and join with the zig-zag slip stitch that I used in a previous CAL because I just love this join.

We will then do a simple border (of your choice!) and it will all be done!  I cannot wait to see all of the pretty blankets in the Facebook Group!

How to Crochet the Tunisian Wide Ribs Stitch

Chain a multiple of 4 plus 2 (for edge stitches) and complete a foundation row.

The Wide Ribs looks like knitted cuffs.  It is worked with TKS and TPS.  You will work 2 TPS followed by 2 TKS for each row, building columns.

Before we start, if you prefer video tutorials, scroll down this post a little.

WORKING THE LEFT EDGE STITCH (OR RIGHT EDGE IF YOU ARE LEFT HANDED)

There are a couple of ways to work the left edge stitch, one of which, I prefer even though it is not considered the “correct way” to work this stitch.

Option 1: work a left edge stitch as “normal” by not yarning over, inserting your hook into the two loops, yo pull up a loop; then ch1 to get ready for your return pass, but also chain 1 again to get it up to height.  So… work a normal edge stitch but ch2 before doing the return pass.

Option 2: Yo, insert into edge stitch, yo pull up a loop, yo and pull thru two loops.  When you get ready to do your return pass, ch1.  I prefer Option 2 simply because it does not create a “gappy” side.

Materials List:

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You can use any weight yarn and an appropriately sized hook for this project, as you’ll work your foundation row until it reaches the desired length. I chose to use #4 weight (aran) yarn for my blankets because it works up quickly, I have plenty of it in my stash, and it’s a common choice among crocheters.

For the green version, I used Brava Worsted by Knit Picks, which you can find at WeCrochet here.

For the yellow version of this square, I used approximately 130 yards of Paintbox Simply Aran in shade pistachio.

Both yarns are machine washable and dryable, making them practical choices for blankets.

I used a 6.5mm Tunisian hook for the blue version and a 6mm Tunisian hook for the green version. Remember, you can use whatever hook size is appropriate for the yarn you’re using.

Handy Hint: In Tunisian Crochet, it’s best to go up one or two hook sizes to ensure your drape isn’t too stiff and to reduce curling in your project.

WHERE TO GET THE PDF PATTERN

You can purchase the individual square pattern in any of my shops by clicking the buttons below. However, I would recommend getting the complete e-book of all 12 square patterns plus the joining and border instructions for one unbelievably low price!

PREFER VIDEO TUTORIALS?

If you prefer I have both a right and left handed video tutorial on my Youtube Channel to help you through this stitch.

Written Instructions

For the CAL, you will need to do this for 12″ x 12″ square. 

Chain a multiple of 4 plus 2 (for edge stitches) until you reach 12″ (or desired measurement) and complete a foundation row.–you can find instructions for this in the Introduction to Tunisian post, here.

Row 1:

F: Crochet a row of [2TKS and 2 TPS], end with a left edge stitch as normal.

R: Normal return pass

Row 2 onwards:

Repeat row 1 working both F and R passes.

Bind off:

You can do this with a 6.5mm regular crochet hook if you prefer—with the starting loop on your hook, *[insert your hook in the next st as to work a TKS and pull a loop thru all loops on the hook] 2 times, [insert your hook as to work a TPS in the next st and pull a loop thru all loops on the hook] 2 times; rep from * to edge st; insert hook into edge st and pull loop thru all loops on the hook.  FO.  Weave in ends.

Photo Tutorial

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