The double crochet stitch known as single crochet in the US is possibly one of the most popular crochet stitches as it is often one of the first stitches you will learn when starting to crochet. The double crochet is a neat, dense stitch that creates a simple but beautiful texture, looking identical on both sides which is great if you want to make a blanket or scarf that will be seen on both sides. For those of you who love amigurumi you’ll also use this stitch a lot! So in general the double crochet is a great stitch for beginners to master.
Pattern use ideas
- Amigurumi
- Blankets
- Hats & Scarfs
- Home Accessories
- Garments
MATERIALS & TOOLS
Double crochet is a versatile crochet stitch and looks great in all types of yarns. However, if you are a beginner I recommend starting with a DK or Aran weight yarn along with the corresponding crochet hook, you will find this information on the band of your selected yarn.
I have used:
Yarn: I used Paintbox Cotton DK in colours pistachio green, vanilla cream and blush pink.
Hook: I have used a 4mm Athena Hook
front and back views
PATTERN NOTES
Written in UK terms
This pattern gives you the basic principles for double crochet, designed to help you create your own projects.
Video tutorial can be found at the base of the post.
Rotate through colours A, B & C changing colour every 2 rows on the last pull through of the last st.
The video tutorial only uses one colour yarn.
Terms and abbreviations
Chain(s): Ch(s): Yarn over and pull up a loop.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions.
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Double Crochet Stitch Pattern
Foundation Chain: Ch 47
Row 1: Dc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn [46 sts]
Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), dc in first st and across. Turn.
Row 3-59: Repeat row 2.
Fasten off. Sew in ends.
VIDEO TUTORIALs
right handed video tutorial
left handed video tutorial
Well done on learning how to double crochet! I hope you found the free pattern and video tutorial helpful?
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Learn How to Double Crochet
Materials
- Yarn: Any weight
- I have used Paintbox Cotton DK in colours pistachio green, vanilla cream and blush pink
Tools
- Hook: 4mm
- OR corresponding hook size recommended for your choice of yarn
- Darning Needle
- Scissors
Instructions
- Foundation Chain: Ch 47
- Row 1: Dc in 2nd ch from hook and across. Turn [46 sts]
- Row 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st), dc in first st and across. Turn.
- Row 3-59: Repeat row 2.
- Fasten off. Sew in ends.
Notes
Written in UK terms / US - Single Crochet
This pattern gives you the basic principles for double crochet, designed to help you create your own projects.
I have demonstrated this stitch in the images changing colours, rotating through colours A, B & C changing colour every 2 rows on the last pull through of the last st.
The video tutorial only uses one colour yarn.
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