Crocheting double crochet – tutorial for beginners (dc)
Double crochet is one of the most important crochet stitches. It is taller than half double crochet and therefore allows airy, loose patterns. In this tutorial, you will learn what double crochet is used for and how it is crocheted.
What is double crochet?
Double crochet, also called simply “dc”, belongs to the family of tall stitches and, as the name suggests, is taller than half double crochet. Its height creates an airy stitch pattern that is ideal for light and loose crochet work. If you want to crochet an even more open pattern, you can use treble crochet instead, which is even taller and airier. This stitch is often used for scarves, tunics, summer clothing or blankets with lace patterns. Double crochet also plays a major role in filet crochet and decorative patterns, as it offers a lot of scope for creative textures.
Other names:
- Double crochets (US)
- Treble crochets (UK)
What is double crochet?
Double crochet, also called simply “dc”, belongs to the family of tall stitches and, as the name suggests, is taller than half double crochet. Its height creates an airy stitch pattern that is ideal for light and loose crochet work. If you want to crochet an even more open pattern, you can use treble crochet instead, which is even taller and airier. This stitch is often used for scarves, tunics, summer clothing or blankets with lace patterns. Double crochet also plays a major role in filet crochet and decorative patterns, as it offers a lot of scope for creative textures.
Other names:
- Double crochets (US)
- Treble crochets (UK)
Crocheting double crochet:
Step-by-step tutorial
Crochet turning chains and insert into the stitch
For a double crochet, first crochet three turning chains.
The working yarn is wrapped around the hook as a yarn over (from back to front) and then inserted into the fourth chain.
Crochet turning chains and insert into the stitch
For a double crochet, first crochet three turning chains.
The working yarn is wrapped around the hook as a yarn over (from back to front) and then inserted into the fourth chain.
Three loops
Place the yarn around the crochet hook and pull it through the first stitch. There should now be three loops on the crochet hook.
Three loops
Place the yarn around the crochet hook and pull it through the first stitch. There should now be three loops on the crochet hook.
Two loops
Wrap the working yarn around the hook again and pull it through the first two loops. There should now be two loops on the hook.
Two loops
Wrap the working yarn around the hook again and pull it through the first two loops. There should now be two loops on the hook.
Pull the yarn through the remaining loops
Wrap the working yarn around the hook once more and pull it through the last two loops. The first double crochet is finished.
Repeat these steps from the yarn over in step 1 until the desired number of trebles has been worked.
Tip: Double crochet can be ideally combined with other tall stitches to create varied patterns. Here you will find the tutorials for half double crochet or treble crochet.
Pull the yarn through the remaining loops
Wrap the working yarn around the hook once more and pull it through the last two loops. The first double crochet is finished.
Repeat these steps from the yarn over in step 1 until the desired number of trebles has been worked.
Tip: Double crochet can be ideally combined with other tall stitches to create varied patterns. Here you will find the tutorials for half double crochet or treble crochet.
Crochet further rows
If more rows of double crochet are to be added, three turning chains are worked at the end of the row. Then the work is turned and another double crochet is worked into every stitch of the previous row.
Crochet further rows
If more rows of double crochet are to be added, three turning chains are worked at the end of the row. Then the work is turned and another double crochet is worked into every stitch of the previous row.
Common mistakes with double crochet
Forgotten turning chains:
As double crochet is taller than single crochet or half double crochet, it needs three turning chains to start. Without them, the edge becomes uneven and the crochet piece may warp.
Uneven yarn tension:
If the yarn is not guided evenly, some stitches may turn out too loose or too tight, making the stitch pattern look uneven. Make sure to keep a constant tension while crocheting.
Video tutorial: Crocheting double crochet
In this video tutorial, Crasy Silvie shows you in detail how to crochet half double crochet and double crochet.
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addiChampagner crochet hook
In this tutorial, we used the addiChampagner crochet hook .
The light and smooth hooks with gold glitter are available in large sizes for particularly thick yarns. Made in Germany, of course.
addiChampagner crochet hook
In this tutorial, we used the addiChampagner crochet hook .
The light and smooth hooks with gold glitter are available in large sizes for particularly thick yarns. Made in Germany, of course.
