Treble Crochet Overview
The Treble Crochet (tr), sometimes called Triple Crochet, is a tall crochet stitch that creates an open, airy fabric. Because it adds significant height to a row, treble crochet works well in lace patterns, lightweight garments, and decorative stitch designs.
US Term
Treble Crochet
UK Term
Double Treble Crochet
Abbreviation
tr
Skill Level
Beginner
Stitch Height
Tall
Stitch Multiple
Works with most stitch multiples
Fabric Type
Balanced and slightly dense
Common Uses
Blankets • Hats • Scarves • Garments • Textured stitch patterns
How to Crochet a Treble Crochet
| Step | Instruction | Loops on Hook |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yarn over twice and insert hook into the next stitch. | |
| 2 | Yarn over and pull up a loop. | 4 |
| 3 | Yarn over and pull through the first 2 loops. | 3 |
| 4 | Yarn over and pull through the first 2 loops. | 2 |
| 5 | Yarn over and pull through the last 2 loops. | 1 |
Video Tutorial
If you prefer to see the stitch in action, watch the tutorial below.
Notes
- Also known as Triple Crochet in some patterns.
- Creates a tall stitch with an open, airy texture.
- Taller than double crochet (dc) and extended double crochet (edc).
- Often used in lace patterns and decorative stitch designs.
- Known as the double treble crochet (dtr) in UK terms.
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