“Afghan hook” crochet hooks for Prym double-pointed Tunis stitch The Tunisian crochet hook, also known as the “Afghan hook,” is a crochet hook the length of a knitting needle with which a sweeping weave (the Tunisian stitch or knit) can be achieved that is ideal for handbags and home decor accessories as well as outerwear and covers. The double-pointed crochet hook, is used to make a round work, even in 2 colors. This is an aluminum crochet hook suitable for wool or coarse cotton. Since the stitch consists of actual weaving, a crochet size of half a stitch or one stitch higher than that provided for traditional crochet is preferable to achieve a softer workmanship.
