Day 172 - How to make a double crochet stitch.

September 18th, 2012

How to make a double crochet stitch.

A basic stitch that is used in many crochet patterns. It can create an absolutely beautiful garment.

You Will Need:

Crochet hook

Corresponding sized yarn

Step One:

Create a chain according to pattern. Note that you always have to chain two extra stitches on the chain to count at the first double crochet in the row.

Step Two:

Wrap yarn over crochet hook. Insert needle in third chain from hook. Wrap yarn over hook and pull yarn through. You will have three stitches on the hook.

Step Three:

Wrap yarn over crochet hook. Pull through two stitches. Two stitches will be left on the hook.

Step Four:

Wrap yarn over crochet hook. Pull through two stitches. One stitch will be left on the hook. Which means you are done!

 TA DA! A row of double crochets. In a pattern double crochets are written dc.