Double crochet stitch (double crochet)

The double crochet (also called treble crochet) is one of the most commonly used crochet stitches. In English, you’ll find it as double crochet (dc). It is taller than single crochet and half double crochet, so it allows you to work faster and create fabric with more drape and lightness.

Step by step: how to crochet the double crochet stitch

1. Yarn over with the hook.
2. Insert the hook into the next stitch and yarn over again.
3. Pull the hook out toward you: you will have 3 loops on the hook.
4. Yarn over and pull it through the first two loops → 2 remain on the hook.
5. Yarn over again and pull it through the remaining two loops.
6. You are left with one loop on the hook: you have crocheted a double crochet stitch!

💡 Tip: maintain even tension so that all your double crochet stitches are the same height.

Video tutorial

🎥 How to crochet the double crochet stitch (double crochet)

Practice the double crochet stitch

To practice, make a simple square:

• Chain 10 stitches.
• Chain 3 for height, then make 9 double crochet stitches (the 3 chains count as the first stitch).
• Turn your work, chain 3 for height again, and crochet another 9 double crochet stitches.
• Repeat until you have completed 10 rows.

What is the double crochet stitch used for?

• Clothing (sweaters, tops, jackets).
• Drapey scarves and shawls.
• Lightweight, airy blankets.
• Projects that combine different stitches to create texture.

Conclusion

The double crochet is a basic and highly versatile crochet stitch. Master it well, as you’ll find it in most patterns, and combine it with other stitches to add variety and texture to your projects.

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