Tunisian Crochet for Beginners
Discover the timeless charm of Tunisian crochet in this hands-on beginners course at Sydney Community College. Combining elements of knitting and crochet, Tunisian crochet creates beautifully textured, thick fabric perfect for stylish bags, cosy scarves and more.
In this practical course, you’ll learn essential techniques while creating your own crochet project. From mastering the foundation chain to exploring stitch variations and colour changes, you’ll be guided step-by-step by an experienced tutor. Whether you’re completely new to yarn crafts or an experienced knitter or crocheter looking to try something different, this course offers a fun and creative way to expand your skills.
Tunisian crochet has been practised for centuries across the Near East and Northern Africa and gained popularity in 19th-century Europe under names like ‘hook knitting’ and ‘tricot crochet’. Today it’s loved worldwide for its versatility and meditative rhythm.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the foundations of Tunisian crochet, including holding the hook and yarn and working forward and return passes.
- Create textured fabric using Tunisian Simple, Knit and Purl stitches, with neat edges and accurate row counting.
- Incorporate colour changes and combine stitches to complete a polished crochet project.
Course Outline
- Session 1: Foundation chain, Tunisian Simple Stitch, counting stitches and finishing edges.
- Session 2: Tunisian Knit and Purl stitches, experimenting with two-colour designs.
- Session 3: Combining stitches for texture, binding off and completing your project.
Materials
- All crochet materials are provided.
- Please bring a pair of scissors, pen and paper.
Details
You will learn
- Work foundation chains and forward and return passes
- Create Tunisian Simple, Knit and Purl stitches
- Add colour changes and finish projects neatly
You will get
- Expert step-by-step guidance
- All crochet materials provided
- A completed Tunisian crochet project
Appropriate for
Beginners and anyone interested in learning a new yarn craft, including knitters and crocheters seeking to expand their skills.
Preparation
What to bring
- Pair of scissors
- Pen and paper
What to wear
Casual
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
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We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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