If you’re ready to take your crochet skills up another notch, the double crochet stitch (abbreviated as DC) is the perfect next step. It’s taller than the single and half double crochet stitches, which means your work grows faster making it ideal for big projects like throws, shawls, and sweaters. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to make this versatile stitch with step-by-step instructions and a helpful image to guide you along.

🧵 Why Learn the Double Crochet Stitch?

The double crochet stitch is one of the most popular stitches in the crochet world. It creates a light, airy texture and is commonly used in beginner and advanced patterns alike. With just a little practice, you’ll be able to use it for openwork designs, lacy shawls, and cozy blankets.

Plus, it’s fast! That means you can complete large projects in less time — and who doesn’t love that?

Double Crochet Stitch (DC)

✂️ Materials You’ll Need:

  • Medium-weight yarn (worsted weight, category 4)

  • Crochet hook size H/8 (5.0 mm)

  • Yarn needle

  • Scissors

🪡 Step-by-Step: How to Crochet the Double Crochet Stitch

🧵 Step 1: Make a Slip Knot and Chain

Start with a slip knot on your hook. Chain any number of stitches (for practice, chain 13).

🧵 Step 2: Yarn Over

Yarn over (wrap the yarn over your hook from back to front).

🧵 Step 3: Insert Hook into 4th Chain from the Hook

Skip the first three chains, and insert your hook into the 4th chain.

🧵 Step 4: Yarn Over and Pull Up a Loop

Yarn over again and pull up a loop — you now have three loops on your hook.

🧵 Step 5: Yarn Over and Pull Through Two Loops

Yarn over, pull through the first two loops on your hook.

🧵 Step 6: Yarn Over and Pull Through the Last Two Loops

Yarn over once more and pull through the last two loops. You’ve just completed one double crochet stitch!

🧵 Step 7: Repeat

Continue across the row, and when you reach the end, chain 3 and turn your work for the next row.

Double Crochet Stitch (DC)

💡 Pro Tips:

  • The turning chain (ch 3) often counts as a stitch in double crochet patterns.

  • This stitch creates taller rows, so watch your tension for even results.

  • Use stitch markers if you have trouble spotting the last stitch in the row.

Double Crochet Stitch (DC)

🎥 Watch the Video Tutorial

Need a visual walkthrough?
👉 Watch our video tutorial here to see exactly how the double crochet stitch is made. It’s the perfect complement to this written guide!

The double crochet stitch is quick, easy, and opens the door to hundreds of beautiful patterns. Once you master it, you’ll be well on your way to more advanced stitches and textured designs. Keep practicing and most importantly have fun with it!