Hello everyone!
We've learned the TSS - once you have TPS (Tunisian Purl Stitch) down, there are so many fun projects incorporating this with other stitches!
A video tutorial for TPS is available from CrochetKim.
A video tutorial for TPS is available from CrochetKim.
The Tunisian purl stitch, or TPS, gives a soft texture to the fabric and also counteracts curling. Few patterns use only TPS. I believe it to be a "Utility" stitch in Tunisian crochet more than a design stitch. It's works so well when combining it with other stitches to create unique textures. This stitch looks almost the exactly like the knitted purl stitch. What distinguishes TPS from other Tunisian stitches is the placement of your working yarn when you insert your crochet hook and how you pull up the loops. Just as in knitting, TPS is worked with the yarn held in front of the fabric, rather than it’s usual position behind the fabric.
TPS is a stitch some people struggle with while others have no issues, so don’t get discouraged if it's a bit awkward at first, it may take some getting used to but it is a very good stitch to learn. It’s a little fiddly to master, but with practice it’s a great addition to your skills. TPS is similar to TRS (Tunisian Reverse Stitch), though it produces as thinner, less dense fabric.
Hint: A row of purl stitches after your foundation row (regardless of the stitch pattern planned in the project) and binding off in TPS can reduce the curl of the overall project considerably.
The very popular Honeycomb Stitch uses a combination of TSS & TPS.
