The double treble crochet is a tall crochet stitch worked with three yarn overs before inserting the hook into the stitch. It creates extra height and a more open look than shorter stitches, making it useful in lace patterns, decorative designs, and any pattern that calls for tall stitches.
What Is a Double Treble Crochet?
A double treble crochet is a very tall stitch made by starting with three yarn overs, inserting the hook into the stitch, and then working off the loops two at a time. Because of its height, it creates a more open fabric and can add dramatic length to a pattern.
How to Work a Double Treble Crochet Stitch
This table shows each step of the stitch, with loop counts included where they are most helpful.
| Step | Action | Loops on Hook |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yarn over three times. | — |
| 2 | Insert your hook into the next stitch. | — |
| 3 | Yarn over and pull up a loop. | 5 loops |
| 4 | Yarn over and pull through 2 loops. | 4 loops |
| 5 | Yarn over and pull through 2 loops again. | 3 loops |
| 6 | Yarn over and pull through 2 loops again. | 2 loops |
| 7 | Yarn over and pull through the last 2 loops. | 1 loop |
What This Stitch Does
- Creates a very tall stitch
- Adds height quickly
- Makes the fabric more open
- Works well in lace and decorative patterns
Things to Keep in Mind
- Count your three yarn overs before inserting the hook.
- Work slowly at first so you do not lose track of the pull-through steps.
- The top of the stitch can be easier to spot if you gently straighten the stitch after completing it.
Common Mistakes
- Forgetting one of the yarn overs at the beginning
- Pulling the loops too tight
- Losing count of the pull-through-two steps
- Miscounting the stitch on the next row because of its height
How Double Treble Crochet Compares
The double treble crochet is taller than a treble crochet and much taller than a double crochet. Because it adds a lot of height in one stitch, it is usually used when a pattern wants a more open, airy, or decorative effect rather than a dense fabric.
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