Double Crochet (dc)
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Double Crochet (dc) Introduction
One of the most common stitches is the double crochet (dc). Twice the height of a half double crochet, the double crochet adds a drape to fabric without adding gaping holes. Consisting of 4 yarn overs (yo) and 3 pull throughs, there is a delightful rhythm to this stitch.
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1. Yarn over (yo). If you are beginning a row, make sure to chain (ch) 2 to accommodate the height of a double crochet (dc) stitch.
2. Insert crochet hook into the designated stitch.
3. Yarn over (yo).
4. You should now have 3 loops on your hook.
5. Yarn over (yo).
6. Pull yarn through the first 2 loops on your hook, leaving 2 loops behind.
7. Yarn over (y0).
8. Pull yarn through remaining 2 loops on hook. This is a completed double crochet (dc) stitch).
9. This is a completed row of double crochet (dc) stitches.
