Have you ever spent hours on a Tunisian crochet project, only to watch the edges curl up tighter than a cinnamon roll fresh out of the oven?
Yeah... me too.
That’s exactly why I designed the XOXO Blanket, one of the featured patterns inside my Tame the Curl course.
Not only is this blanket filled with cozy texture and eye-catching stitches, but it’s also specifically crafted to lay flat—no excessive blocking or frustration required.
This blanket gets its name from the stitch, which creates an "X" and "O" effect across the fabric. It gives your finished project a beautiful woven look.
Here’s what you’ll love about this pattern:
- Skill level: Confident beginner-friendly (perfect if you're ready to stretch your skills)
- Yarn recommendation: Works beautifully with a solid and self-striping yarn
- Sizing: Fully customizable to any size—make a throw, baby blanket, or even a lapghan!
Why Do Tunisian Crochet Projects Curl?
One of the most common frustrations with Tunisian crochet is that dreaded curl.
It's not you—it’s the nature of the technique.
Because all the stitches are worked in one direction, they naturally pull the fabric forward, causing the edges to curl up. Certain stitches, like the simple stitch, tend to curl more, while others can help counteract it.
How I Tamed the Curl in This Blanket
When designing the XOXO Blanket, I intentionally combined stitches that balance each other out.
Throughout the Tame the Curl course, I walk you through:
- Strategic stitch combinations
- Blocking techniques
- And simple adjustments that make all the difference
Ready to Master Tunisian Crochet (Without the Curl)?
If curling has held you back from loving Tunisian crochet, trust me—there’s a solution!
The XOXO Blanket is just one of five exclusive patterns inside my Tame the Curl course. Each project teaches you a new technique to fight the curl while creating something beautiful and functional.
👉 Check out the Tame the Curl course here and start making flat, fabulous Tunisian crochet projects!
Grab Your Hook & Try It Yourself
Give the XOXO Blanket pattern a try and see how fun (and curl-free!) Tunisian crochet can be. If you're ready to dive deeper, the full course has everything you need to finally feel confident with this technique.
Let me know what other frustrations you have with Tunisian crochet. I'm here to help!
If you're looking for some free crochet patterns to get you started, we have a bunch of them here.
