Extended Simple Stitch - Totally Tunisian Calendar Blanket - December Square 2022

[@JillLalande]

I cannot believe another year is over! Now we wait with anticipation to see what we’re doing next year ❤️

[@JaydaInStitches]

Soooo quick! I feel like 2022 just flew!

[@dawnbaker9274]

You made Tunisian crocheting understandable and doable. Another year of learning done. Thank you.

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Dawn! Thank you so much 😊

[@christinabradley5092]

Jayda l just ordered a Tunisian crochet hook from Joann. I want to learn the Tunisian stitch! I started crocheting about three months ago and have learned so much from you! Made many gifts from your patterns for Christmas. Thank you!

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Christina! Thank you so much for watching 😊

[@CodeMom]

I love this stitch! I’m going to use this for a shawl I’ll be wearing for a garden wedding. Thank you Jayda!

[@JaydaInStitches]

Beautiful idea! Thank you for watching 😊

[@brehall0924]

I like both stitches

[@cathrynbagley8005]

I have enjoyed the blanket this year, it's been great learning new stitches. I think Extended Simple Stitch was both faster and easier than the Double Stitch - also it looks far nicer.

[@JaydaInStitches]

I really like the look of this one too - bonus points that it's twice as fast!

[@cathrynbagley8005]

@@JaydaInStitches I'm half way through sewing up now - looking forward to the border (and hoping I have enough yarn for it - lol)

[@candih5636]

Yay, I’m ready!! Let’s crochet!!

[@JaydaInStitches]

woohoo!

[@sophiepotvin5356]

I cant believe we are already at the end! What a fast year and a fun project!

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Sophie! Thank you for joining us 😊

[@annasoucie3114]

I like the Tunisian stitch for dishcloths. I think I'll try the extended stitch for dishcloths. I need some new ones

[@JaydaInStitches]

This one makes a very nice dishcloth 😊

[@wall2wallphotos]

Wow! Another year almost over and a second calendar blanket in my possession. This year went by so quickly. Excited to see what we will be doing for 2023❣️ Thanks, Jayda, for always giving us something to look forward to at the beginning of each month. ❤️

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Julie! Thank you so much for joining us this year! 😊

[@teresaburkedukes1165]

I'm so glad I've learned Tunisian love love it

[@JaydaInStitches]

We're so happy to hear that!

[@crocusconnections8202]

Thank you! Been trying to design a pair of Tunisian mitts (making 20 pairs for cold needy kids) and this stitch works perfect !

[@JaydaInStitches]

Wonderful!

[@WippyChickCrochet]

My first calendar blanket is almost done! Am super excited to stitch them all together! 🎉

[@JaydaInStitches]

Thank you so much for joining us this year 😊

[@terimcclelland8173]

This was so much fun! Every month I looked forward to seeing what the next stitch would be. Thank you for all the hard work you put into this year.

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Teri! Thank you for joining us this year 😊

[@NonaMaryGrace1952]

Love every square you have shared with us. 💕NonnaGrace 🐓

[@MerryMary2614]

I have really enjoyed learning Tunisian crochet stitches this year! You have such a great way of teaching them that yours is my go-to channel for learning ANY new stitch. Thank you so much for all you do, and Mr. Institches, too!

[@JaydaInStitches]

Thank you so much!

[@mariasolorio8476]

Thank you Jayda!! For sharing

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Maria! Thank you for watching 😊

[@lisayanochko490]

love this stitch for the speed and the look. I love the calendar blankets, please keep them coming. Boy does the year just fly by. Thank you so much and Merry Christmas and a happy crocheting new year.

[@JaydaInStitches]

It just flies! Merry Christmas Lisa! Thank you so much for joining us this year 😊

[@fenwickbaptist821]

So excited to see my finished blanket.

[@JaydaInStitches]

😊

[@jessicarabbit1164]

I know I say this every month but this would make a great dish\washcloth! I always feel like that too! How has another year of calendar blanket gone by already!(Finding Bella and Willow has definitely sped this year up more then usual!!) I *LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE* YOU TOP!!!! Also, I forgot about that adorable bear face! I need to go make one! (That video was 7 years ago!!) Any one wanting to make it just search Jayda Institches Teddy Bear Face Applique :) (I would leave the link, but I know sometimes KZbin deletes comments with links)

[@JaydaInStitches]

You definitely need to make a Bear Face clip 😁 How cute and holiday-on-point is that?! I can't believe 2022 is nearly finished either...it's crazy!

[@manonreid6019]

I prefer the double, the extended one I had to make a conscious effort to make my stiches looser, and redo it a 2nd time as it was barely over half of the other squares in size.

[@JaydaInStitches]

It's amazing how much these different stitches can affect our tension! Thank you for watching 😊

[@zehrafisher8818]

HI jayda. I would just like to thank you for all the wonderful things you have taught me how to crochet over the years. I make things for a lot of people following your excellent tutorial skills. However, I can't read patterns, and can only crochet watching you. Last year my friend bought " the yule tide blanket kit" and sent it to me for me to crochet for her. Unfortunately I can't and I was wondering if you would consider doing a video of that pattern, or may be able to help me in some way. Thank you so much for your joyful, spiritual energy that comes across whilst doing the tutorials. I send peace and love to you and your loved ones. xxxxxxxxxxx

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Zehra, thank you so much for watching! We're pretty busy making tutorials for our own designs, however, learning to read patterns is very easy! Over on our website we have a free pattern page ( jaydainstitches.com/workshop.php ) and nearly every one of those pattern has a tutorial that goes along with it here on our KZbin channel! You can print off the pattern, find the corresponding tutorial and follow along with the pattern 😊 We also did a long form podcast on how to read patterns you might want to check out when you have some time here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqW1aHeil6mjb7M and part 2 here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3yxnp-ZYpiiZqM

[@zehrafisher8818]

@@JaydaInStitches Thank you so very much for your helpful advice. I shall have a look at those and hopefully end up being a pattern reader :)

[@sharonwilke8824]

I love this new stitch!!! I can't wait to get started on it. This has been a year of learning for me. The Tunisian Stitch is amazing. I do hope you show us how to put all these squares together. I have been wondering all year how to wrap this one up!

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Sharon! We're so happy to hear that 😁 The join video is coming soon!

[@kellym517]

I love this series, although I am a few months behind…..I will keep going…lol

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Kelly, take your time! No need to rush, the videos aren't going anywhere 💗

[@NonaMaryGrace1952]

I think today’s is faster💕NonnaGrace 🐓

[@JaydaInStitches]

Thank you so much for joining us this year NonnaGrace!

[@seemadikshitvenkatesh2495]

Hey Jayda, loved making the Totally Tunisian calendar blanket this year! Waiting for your joining and border video now. Today is Friday, is your video coming out today!

[@JaydaInStitches]

Happy Friday Seema!!

[@monicap65]

After I make my square, I am going to use this stitch to make a full lapghan especially since it doesn't seem to curl.

[@JaydaInStitches]

Great idea! It's relatively quick and it will be nice and warm 💗

[@tonyamercado9013]

This whole year has passed me by and I didn't do any squares!!! 😨 Looks like I'll be playing catch-up the next couple months 🤷🏾

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Tonya! We found 2022 flew past too...here's hoping 2023 doesn't go as quickly 😊

[@sakurasu907]

WOOOHOOO! Almost to the end of another fun year with the InStiches family. Thank you Jayda and Mr InStitches for the countless hours you've given of fun, laughter, and creativity. Priceless!

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Su! Thank YOU so much for your support and cheer!

[@Sandy42800]

Just starting December’s square today. This seems nice and simple! I love doing these calendar blankets. I have to block all my squares, some are rolled up like a burrito as you would say lol. I love the crocheted bear on your sweater! Merry Christmas to your and your family! 🎄🎅🏻🤶🏻 I wonder what you have in store for 2023 😊

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Sandy! We have A LOT in store for 2023 😁 It's been a crazy few weeks but my RA is steadily getting better so with any luck, we'll hit the gas shortly!!

[@Sandy42800]

@@JaydaInStitches I hope you feel better! No rush, your health is more important. I wish you well! 🙏🏻

[@kitreilly1]

Thank you Jayda thoroughly loved this call blanket. Waiting patiently each month for a new instalment. But now I'm feeling lost already. Can I ask will you be doing any guidance on putting it together and border idea's please 🙏 😁thank you again I'm Already waiting for your next video xx

[@monicap65]

In her live feed she said she is going to do a video regarding joining and said she will be using the mattress stitch. Since I don't know how to do that, I have to wait because she is an awesome instructor.

[@SuzanneWho]

Hi Jayda. If I made two panels, one with an extension for a flap, would this be sturdy enough for a tote? Thanks, really like this stitch. 😎❤️🐈‍⬛

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Suzanne, it would be a nice dense fabric, but sturdy comes down to the fiber you're using: you might want to consider strong, mercerized cotton or a wool blend 😊

[@SuzanneWho]

@@JaydaInStitches thank you! 👍🏻😎❤️

[@lindabernard3531]

Hi Jada, I made this square doing 16 rows like you said and my square was really short, like only a few inches high, I did the pattern like you said and used the same yarn I used for the other squares, but somehow this one is not right, please help me lol can I just do the 32 rows like the rest of them, I am so close to being done lol

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Linda, be sure that you're doing the "CH-1" when you pick up each loop in the forward pass, because that's what makes it tall. If you do 32 rows, you'll have to skip every other ch along the sides in order to have the square border match the other squares 💗

[@shelleybarr1038]

Would this stitch be good for a baby blanket

[@JaydaInStitches]

Yes, definitely!

[@kathleenpaquette1579]

When is the join video?

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Kathleen, coming soon!

[@roxannaweaver2155]

I'm working this pattern for the 5th time from the beginning. I can't seem to get the 2 sides to match to 33 stitches. the left side is 32 and the right ends up with 35. I have counted the sides over and over and have been very careful to not miss those little "tight" stitches on the left side. I have also moved up 1/2 size to a 6 because my stitches keep being "too tight" no matter how hard I try to keep them loose. Also, do I do the chain 1 on the 38th bar as well?? Please help me!! I don't know if it's that my brain is all crocheted out or what. Maybe I just need to put this aside for a month, I don't know. I did 4 afghans as Christmas gifts for my family living in Cheyenne, finished the last one Thursday of last week and that was a snot to finish because I kept missing stitches, not switching the cables or working a row completely wrong. I started them in March figuring 1 every 2 months but that sure didn't work out either. I can tell you I will NEVER do that kind of marathon project again in my life.

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Roxanna! It sounds like your brain needs a break (that happens to me all the time!) First of all, in regards to the Square, just make 33 happen on both sides. That's it. If you have to skip a stitch or add a stitch as you go up and down the sides to make it work, then that's what you do, it won't show 💗 Second, make a list of anything that needs finishing in the order it needs to be handed out, I find seeing it all written down in order makes my brain calm down and helps me focus on what needs to be done first 😁 Merry Christmas!

[@roxannaweaver2155]

@@JaydaInStitches I'm glad it's just my brain needing a rest! I thought I was going bonkers there for a minute! Seriously, thank you - that is something I am more than WILLING to do! Merry Christmas to you all.

[@katherineserrano9076]

Question - My square is much shorter than the other squares. I dont see this square blocking anywhere near the other squares. What did I do wrong?

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Katherine, each row of the extended simple stitch should equal 2 rows of the regular simple stitch so if they're only working out to be about the same height or about 1.5x the height of a regular row of Tunisian, then a few things might be happening: 1. your tension is very tight and your "extensions" (the ch-1s) are nearly invisible. To fix this you want to either use a larger hook to ease up your tension or be mindful of your ch-1s and make them a little bigger. 2. you're missing the ch-1 extensions. If you're forgetting to make the extensions of perhaps missed a few rows of them here and there, this will also shrink the row back down to regular Tunisian stitch size. In this case you'll want to take out the rows where extensions were missed and redo them. 3. If your tension doesn't seem off, and you made each row an actual extended simple stitch, check to make sure you have the correct row count. If everything is correct, then it's likely just overall tension. I recommend blocking it out as best you can (if you don't want to redo it with a larger hook to ease tension) and if it's still small, you might consider making the border wider. Rather than the single crochet stitch all the way around, you can use hdc or dc. I hope that helps!

[@amandah4834]

Can’t believe the last stitch is here already but I’ve been looking forward to it excited to start 👏Amanda xx💕💖I found this one the quickest jayda 🧶

[@JaydaInStitches]

Hi Amanda! I love finishing a year with a quick and simple stitch, it's so satisfying 😊