How to make a double crochet (dc)

The double crochet (dc) is a common crochet stitch used in many projects. Here's a detailed guide on how to make a double crochet using American crochet terminology:

Materials Needed:

1. Yarn: Choose a yarn of your preference.
2. Crochet Hook: Select a crochet hook that complements your yarn. The recommended hook size is usually mentioned on the yarn label.

Steps:

Step 1: Make a Foundation Chain

Start by making a foundation chain. You can refer to the previous explanation on how to make a crochet chain.

Step 2: Yarn Over (YO) and Insert the Hook

To begin the first double crochet, yarn over (YO) by bringing the yarn over the hook from back to front. Then, insert your crochet hook into the third chain from the hook. This is because the turning chain typically counts as the first stitch.

1. Yarn over (YO) from back to front.
2. Insert the hook into the third chain from the hook.

Step 3: Yarn Over and Pull Up a Loop

Yarn over (YO) again and pull the yarn through the chain stitch, creating three loops on the hook.

1. Yarn over (YO) from back to front.
2. Pull the yarn through the chain stitch.

Step 4: Yarn Over and Pull Through Two Loops

Yarn over (YO) once more and pull through the first two loops on the hook, leaving two loops remaining.

1. Yarn over (YO) from back to front.
2. Pull through the first two loops on the hook.

Step 5: Yarn Over and Pull Through Remaining Two Loops

Yarn over (YO) one final time and pull through the remaining two loops on the hook, completing the double crochet.

1. Yarn over (YO) from back to front.
2. Pull through the last two loops on the hook.

Step 6: Repeat

Continue working double crochet stitches across the foundation chain, inserting the hook into the next chain, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, and yarn over, pull through two loops.

Tips:

• Double crochet stitches are typically taller than single crochet stitches, creating a more open and airy fabric.
• Maintain a consistent tension for even stitches.
• Insert the hook under both top loops of the V-shaped stitch in the chain.

Once you've mastered the double crochet, you can explore more advanced stitches and create a variety of beautiful projects.