No-Float Colourwork: An Introduction
Welcome to Rosehip and Hawthorn!
I’m Rosalie, and I’m thrilled to share my journey with you!
I absolutely love Tunisian crochet; it can create a gorgeous, knit-like fabric. But like any craft, it has its limitations, and for me, Tunisian Colourwork was a big one. No matter how hard I tried, I struggled to manage the tension of multiple strands of yarn at one time. I longed to create colourful, pretty designs—something like the Fair Isle knitting patterns I often drool over—but picking up yet another hobby wasn’t an option for me.
Then, I stumbled upon various designers using the Tunisian Reverse Stitch to make motifs. Suddenly, light bulbs started pinging off in my head as I imagined all the beautiful designs I could make on accessories and, maybe one day, even garments!
After many hours of experimentation—and even taking my crochet bag on holiday—
I created, (for lack of a better description or name), what I now call the "No-Float" Tunisian Colourwork method. This method addresses common issues found with traditional colourwork techniques. Instead of carrying multiple yarns across the back of your work while using another on the front, the No-Float method integrates the return pass yarn into the design. This eliminates floats, creating a cleaner, more streamlined back. The result? Images with a subtle 3D effect and a neater finish, free from loose strands and snags.
Thank you for joining me on this creative journey. I’m excited for you to explore this method with me as I continue to refine and expand it, creating new designs and patterns along the way.
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