Double Crochet (DC)

The double crochet stitch (DC) is taller than both the single and half double crochet. It creates a looser, more open fabric, which is perfect for blankets, scarves, and textured patterns. Each DC stitch is made over two steps of pulling yarn through loops, giving it extra height.

1 Yarn Over

Wrap the working yarn around the hook. Note: We are doing this before inserting the hook into the first stitch

2 Insert Hook & Yarn Over

Insert your hook into the stitch where you want to work the HDC, then yarn over again.

3 Pull Through Loop

Pull the yarn through the stitch. You should now have three loops on your hook.

4 Yarn Over Again

Wrap the yarn over your hook one more time in preparation to finish the stitch.

5 Pull Through Two Loops

Pull the yarn through the first two loops on your hook. You should now have two loops remaining.

6 Yarn Over Again

Wrap the yarn over your hook once more. You’re ready to finish the stitch.

7 Pull Through Final Two Loops

Pull the yarn through the last two loops on your hook. Your double crochet stitch is complete!

8 Stitch Check

Look at your completed stitches. The square around three stitches shows what they should look like: tall, even, and consistent.