Double crochet. Columns with two or more crochets

Surely many of you remember the openwork napkins that your grandmother once knitted. Or maybe someone was luckier and had summer dresses with elements of this knit in their wardrobe? To learn how to create the same things, we will look at crocheting double crochets.

As a rule, double crochets are several times higher than single crochets. Accordingly, this method is much faster. Most often, this knitting is used to create small lace products, for patterns or for individual elements. After all, they turn out airy. You can also create not only patterns, but also sweaters, scarves, capes, and summer dresses.

To begin with, we will need a hook, yarn, patience and existing stitch knitting skills. Below we will look at the step-by-step creation of mating.

Knitting the base

Let's leave a small tail with which the main thread of yarn will intersect. Next we see the loop formed. We lift the tail up. Thus, he divides the loop in half. We insert the hook from below so that the tail is under it. And our loop will be on top. Then we pull the hook down and parallelly pull the end of the thread and its main part in different directions. As a result, we got a loop from which we can make a tight knot. Which, in fact, is what we needed.

So, we already have a knot with a loop. Next, we transfer the main thread to the index finger, and pinch the tail with the middle and thumb.

We hook the hook onto the main thread, hook it and pull it through the loop we made in the last step. Thus, we created an air loop.

We do these steps until the chain has the required number of loops. Always count the already connected loops, so that later the question does not arise as to why it does not work out, as in the diagram.

Remember that the first one we created with the knot counts as the first loop in your chain. For example, if you need to knit fifteen loops, then take into account that one is already there and knit the missing fourteen.

Creating columns

We already have the required number of loops. Let's knit a couple more pieces. These will be lifting loops. You need to count them like the first column. Those who knit with double crochets (designated in verbal form - C2H) need to make three lifting air loops.

When you reach the last loop, you need to unroll the chain. This way you will knit from the end of the side of the previous row, and the last stitches will be at the beginning of the product. After all, crochet is done from right to left.

We need to create two yarn overs. How do we do this? Very simple. Make sure that the working thread is behind the hook. Then we wrap the hook twice around the working thread. Well, the yarn overs are ready.

We count the fifth loop from the hook and insert a hook with two crochets into it.

The photo shows that there are four loops on the hook. We did it this way: we hooked the working thread, pulled it through the loop of our air braid and pulled it out.

We hook the working thread again and pull it through two loops on the hook. As a result, there are three loops on the hook. To create a double crochet stitch, the loops on the hook are knitted in pairs.

We repeat the action as in the previous step. Only now we should have two loops left on the hook

And finally, we hook the working thread and pull it through the end loops. Our column is ready.

Row with a common vertex

First we need to make several yarn overs.

Then insert the hook into the next loop.

We hook and pull the main thread through a couple of loops.

The steps are repeated until the end of our braid.

And in order to knit the next row, simply unfold the fabric. Thus, the last stitch will be at the beginning of knitting.

In addition to what is already on the hook, you will need to knit three more air loops, which will count as a stitch.

If you are mastering this master class, then you have already learned how to create different types of columns on air loops. These basics will help you knit more complex fabrics, since basically many patterns are created thanks to air loops, double crochets and single crochets. At first you can practice on small items, and a little later master knitting larger items. The main thing is not to stop and develop your skills. Perhaps you have a talent you never knew you had. And now you are just beginning to open up.

Video on the topic of the article

To consolidate the material, we suggest watching a small selection of videos on knitting double crochets.

Hello! Another interesting lesson awaits you on basic crochet techniques, in which we will look at how to crochet a double crochet stitch. This stitch is not used as often as the single crochet stitch, but it is nevertheless an important element in creating beautiful crochet patterns.

How to make a double crochet hook

You already know how to make one yarn over a hook. This technique is discussed in detail in the lesson. To make the second yarn over, we simply repeat the yarn over procedure. In this case, we do not wind the thread from the ball around the hook, but, on the contrary, we draw the hook itself around the thread. We hold the thread taut with the fingers of our left hand.

How to knit a double crochet stitch - step by step instructions

1. We take the thread from the ball and a hook that matches it in thickness. Let's do it. Then we knit from 10 loops. The loop located on the hook itself is not included in this number - it simply connects the hook and knitting. Mark the 10th stitch with a marker or contrasting thread. This loop will be the first in the 1st row of knitting. After marking, we knit 4 air loops for lifting to the 1st row. Why four? More details about this at the end of the lesson.
   
   
2. First we make one, then a second yarn over the hook.
   
   
3. We insert a hook with two crochets into the 1st loop (we have it marked). We hook the thread from the ball.
   
   
4. We pull the captured thread back through the 1st loop. We attached ourselves to the base in this way. Now there are 4 loops on the hook.
   
   
5. Now we will build a column, sequentially knitting 2 loops. We grab the thread with a hook and pull it first through the 2 left loops. We look - there are already 3 loops on the hook.
   
   
6. Grab the thread again and pull it through the 2 left loops. After this, there are 2 loops left on the hook.
   
   
7. For the third time, grab the thread and pull it through the remaining 2 loops on the hook. Thus, in 3 steps we built double crochet stitch.
   
   
8. We continue to knit stitches to the end of the row, repeating the steps 2-7 . We recalculate the columns, checking ourselves - there should be 10 columns. The first column of the lifting loops on the farthest right is not included in the count! Having knitted the last stitch, we immediately make 3 air loops for lifting to the 2nd row.
   
   
9. We turn the knitting, make 2 yarn overs and determine the 1st loop of the 2nd row.
   
   
10. Insert the hook under the two halves of the braid of the 1st loop of the 2nd row, grab the thread from the ball and pull it back through the loop. There are 4 loops on the hook.
    
    Next we repeat the steps 5 — 10.

Important note: in step 1 Instructions for knitting double crochet stitches should be followed 4 lifting loops for 1st row from the level of the air chain. Only under this condition will the knitting corner in this place look neat and lie flat without curling up.

We will study the lifting loops at the beginning of the row in detail in the lesson.

As a result of knitting, we got this pattern.

Schematic designation of a double crochet stitch:

Knitting pattern for our sample:

This pattern is most understandable for beginners in crocheting, as it clearly shows that on each loop of the chain there is one full double crochet stitch. Moreover, with this method of knitting, you clearly see the last loop of the row, into which the hook very easily fits. Knitting will never turn out skewed, because strict accounting is carried out here - each loop has its own full-fledged column.

When you learn to navigate this scheme well, you can move on to, which we will look at in the next lesson of our circle.

This concludes the lesson on knitting stitches with 2 crochets. Today we learned how to make a double crochet on a hook, how many steps it takes to build a double crochet stitch and learned its designation in crochet patterns.

Be sure to knit the pattern according to the pattern of this lesson, carefully study the arrangement of the columns, count the number of columns in each row.

In any business, the key to success is how well you master the basics of the skill. Especially if this matter is related to creativity. Craftswomen who want to learn knitting must first master the technique of creating basic parts. Below we will present a step-by-step description of knitting stitches for beginners.

Basic rules

The element can be knitted using the following methods:

• for two slices of the bottom loop;
• for the near one (left);
• for the far one (right).

Keep in mind that in all basic techniques, each of the stitches of the initial row is worked into the back wall of the chain stitch. Next, the loops are connected behind the two walls of the elements of the previous row, and the instrument is inserted from the front side of the composition. The only exceptions are patterns of different types of knitting, where the need to use a different technique is clearly indicated.

Important! The number of columns in all cases must be the same. If you created 20-25 in the initial row, exactly the same amount needs to be implemented in the final row. This rule does not apply except in canvases where you reduce the drawing.

Now let’s move on directly to what types of stitch knitting there are.

Connecting post

To begin, we knit the first row with a chain of air loops. We insert the hook behind the back wall of the second loop from it.

At the end of the row, we tie one loop, creating a lift. We turn the composition over and run the instrument behind the back wall of the starting loop of the row that we did before. This is how we form the starting loop for the next row. We proceed in a similar way throughout the rest of the composition.

Crochet half column

We connect the starting row with a chain of air loops. We insert the tool behind the back wall of the second air loop from it. We draw the thread around the hook and thread it through the loop.

It is necessary that there are 2 loops on the instrument. Having drawn the thread around the hook, we pull it through both, connecting them together.

Next, we create half-columns in all air loops until we reach the end of the row. Here we use one loop to implement the lift, turn the product over and insert the hook under the threads of one of the loops of the previous section. As a result, we get the half-column we need.

Half double crochet

We form the first row with a chain of air loops. We draw the thread around the tool and move the hook behind the back wall of the third loop from it.

Once again we make a loop and pull the thread through the loop, resulting in 3 loops. We connect them to each other, to do this we again draw the thread around the hook. We proceed in exactly the same way, knitting a half double crochet with all the chain stitches.

Completing the row, we combine 2 of these loops to form a rise. We turn the material over and create the first half double crochet from the starting loop of the row in front of it. In subsequent rows we proceed in the same way.

Advice: If you have difficulties already at the initial stage of training, we recommend attending master classes on knitting columns, where professionals will clearly demonstrate the entire process. Also pay attention to thematic videos that are abundant on the Internet.

Double crochet

Perhaps the most popular of all types of columns. It doesn’t take much time, and the output element is twice as high as the single crochet version. An ideal option for how to knit stitches for beginners.

As a standard, we start with a chain of air loops. It is important that the number of the latter corresponds to the number of double crochets; separately, you need to take into account 3 loops for lifting.

Having created a chain, we throw it on the tool, inserting this hook into the loop that is located fourth from it. When the thread is grabbed, we knit 3 loops on the hook in pairs in 2 approaches, that is, first two, and after (having made a new grab of the thread) two more.

Double crochet stitch

Its main advantage is the large loop height. Often this type of column is used to create spacious openwork products.

Here it is important for us to leave 4 loops for lifting, the remaining number of air elements should correspond to the number of columns.

We make 2 yarn overs on the hook, place the hook in the fifth loop from it, cling to the thread and form a new loop. As a result, we currently have 4 loops. After grabbing the thread, we knit 4 loops on the hook, in pairs, in 3 approaches. We complete the row by creating 4 air loops and, changing the position of the product, move on to the next stage of knitting.

In addition to the variations described, there are many more stitch knitting techniques. The most popular among them are: a column with three crochets, lush and embossed options.

Photos of crochet stitches and knitting patterns

Let's continue learning the techniques of crocheting stitches. In addition to double crochets, there are also elements with a large number of crochets. If you have mastered the previous lessons well, then this one will not cause any problems.

In order to knit a double crochet stitch, at the beginning of the row you need to make four air loops for lifting.

Then, with a movement of your hand, throw the thread onto the hook twice.

And only after that, insert the hook into the loop of the previous row (or the chain loop of the initial row) and pull the working thread through it.

There will be four loops on the hook. they need to be knitted in pairs. That is, first, again throwing the working thread onto the hook, pull it through the loop and one yarn over.

Then yarn over again and pull through the newly formed loop and another yarn over.

And finally, through the last two loops remaining on the hook.

You can knit stitches with two (or more) double crochets using different half-loops, but the difference will not be as noticeable as for lower stitches.

A stitch with three crochets is knitted in a similar way, with the only difference being that you need to make five chain stitches for lifting, three yarn overs, and pairwise knitting of stitches will be completed with one more step. In general, there can be more yarn overs, and such stitches are knitted according to the same principle. The standard number of chain stitches for lifting is two more than the number of yarn overs.

Here are the patterns for knitting stitches with two and three crochets:

Whole fabrics made from double crochets with two or more crochets are usually not knitted because they turn out loose and hardly hold their shape. But in openwork patterns, as separate elements, along with arches of air loops, picots and scallops, they look simply wonderful. But we’ll talk about openwork patterns and the principles of their knitting later.

Let's summarize. What can you do after mastering only seven lessons (strictly speaking, even six, if you don’t count the introductory one)?

Knit air loops and all main types of stitches. This means that you can do almost everything. Using these elements in various combinations, you can knit a great variety of patterns. The vast majority of crochet patterns - from the simplest to the most spectacular, from dense fabrics to the finest openwork - are crocheted with air loops, connecting stitches, single crochets, and double crochets (one, two or more).

Does this mean that the training is over? Only you yourself know the answer to this question. If you have consistently completed the lessons that I have offered you, you have learned the basics of crochet. This is enough to knit simple things, and - most importantly - not to be afraid. Now, when you see a description or diagram of even a complex (believe me, this is only at first glance!) pattern, you will not close the book or website page. Because you have the knowledge to help you figure it out. This is the basis. Everything else - tips, little tricks, descriptions of various knitting techniques - can be found in other sections of the site. Welcome to the big wonderful world of knitting!

Anyone who wants to learn how to crochet needs to master the basic elements, such as a half-crochet, a chain stitch, a single crochet and, of course, single, double and more crochet stitches. Every needlewoman should know these basic knitting techniques. Many complex patterns consist of these basic elements.

In this article we will explain how to do the double crochet stitch. And most importantly, we will give readers a clear description and present drawings that show the step-by-step implementation of this element. You can consolidate your knowledge by making an openwork spring scarf with us. In addition, we will tell you the puffy double crochet stitch. This element is extremely rarely used as the main pattern of the canvas. But it can be indispensable for decorating a border or edge, as well as when knitting openwork embossed products.

Let's repeat the basics of knitting: hold the hook

Beginning needlewomen need to learn how to use a crochet hook correctly. You should also know how to fix the knitting thread. The hook can be held in two ways - use the one that is most comfortable for you. You can hold it between your index finger and thumb as if you were holding a pencil. Or you can grab it on one side with your thumb, and on the other - fix it with the rest. When holding the hook in the second way, its long part will be in contact with the palm. This is how a knife is usually held. If you are left-handed, you should take the hook in your left hand and the working thread in your right.

Fixing the working thread

It can be held in two ways. In any case, it should have some tension. The way to fix the thread coming from the skein is as follows: take it in your left hand and pass it between the last and penultimate fingers. This must be done from front to back. Go around your little finger and bring the thread forward, passing it in front of your ring and middle fingers. Then place the thread on your index finger and secure it with three fingers. While working, hold the thread between your index finger and thumb. If this method of fixation does not suit you, try wrapping the thread around your little finger and stretching it behind the ring and middle fingers, and then holding it with your index and thumb.

We'll tell you how to start making any product.

Having secured the thread securely and comfortably, take the hook in your right hand and make the initial loop. When starting to knit any pattern, including those that include the “double crochet” element, you first need to make a knot. To do this, step back about 15 cm from the end of the thread and make a loop. Then you need to hook the thread. After this, you should stretch the loop and, pulling the ends, form a knot. In this case, the hook should remain inside it.

Understanding knitting patterns

All patterns, as a rule, are made according to diagrams, which are often explained in text. The canvas pattern consists of repeating elements. Their symmetrical arrangement is achieved by making additional loops and posts, the number of which is given in the description of the pattern. All schemes are considered from bottom to top. In this case, even rows are read from left to right, and odd rows - in the opposite direction. Knitting any product begins with creating a chain of VP. It is considered the zero row. It is performed loosely enough so that it does not tighten the fabric. After knitting it, begin knitting the first row of the pattern, starting with the instep stitches. One of the elements often found in many patterns is the double crochet stitch. A crocheted canvas made using this basic technique looks like this.

In order to make a double crochet stitch, you must first learn how to perform a chain of chain stitches, and also practice the CH element (single crochet stitch).

We'll tell you how to knit double crochets

So, let's take a closer look at how to knit double crochets. They are abbreviated as C2H. After completing the chain of air loops, count 4 VP (air loops). Wrap the working yarn around the hook twice, and then insert it into the fifth loop. Grab the thread and pull it out, forming a loop of sufficient length. Grab the working thread again, bringing the hook in from below. Pull it through the first two loops that are on the hook. Repeat grabbing the thread again (hook, bringing it under it). Pull it through two loops on the hook. Repeat the same operation a third time. Pass the yarn through the last loops on the hook. Congratulations! You now have your first double crochet stitch. Using a crochet hook, continue to perform elements similar to the first until the end of the row. In this case, the hook must be inserted into each loop of the base. Thus, you will have a row made with double crochets. Practice and do four more of the same rows, not forgetting to do lifting air loops at the beginning of each.

Master class for beginners: double crochets

Once you have learned how to crochet stitches with multiple crochets, you can try to make a charming scarf. To work, you will need "Children's novelty" with a density of 225 m/50 g and hook No. 4. Choose the color of the knitting threads yourself. Let's take the size of the scarf 20 x 120 cm. We'll start the work with a chain of 26 air loops. Next, we will perform 4 more VPs for lifting. Skip the first foundation loop and work 25 double crochets. That's it - the first row is ready. Unfold the canvas and perform 4 VPs again. Make the second row from double crochets, alternating with air loops (every other). So you get 13 C2H. Complete the next rows by analogy with the second. We knit the columns into the air loops of the previous row, forming a kind of mesh. We complete the work with a row of 25 C2H. That's all, the openwork spring scarf is ready!

Using a fluffy double crochet stitch when crocheting items

This interesting element is used to create beautiful textured patterns. The lush column is rarely used as an independent technique for making canvas, as it does not hold its shape well. Usually in circuits it alternates with other elements. As a rule, a double crochet stitch is knitted next to the fluffy stitch. In addition, a series of single crochets are made to secure the fabric. This lush column is indicated in diagrams by an oval-shaped symbol, inside of which a number is drawn. It indicates the number of yarn overs and loops. Things decorated with lush columns turn out very airy and beautiful. This technique is often used to make lightweight summer clothes from thin cotton threads. We'll tell you how to knit a puffy double crochet stitch below. For work, prepare medium-thick crochet threads and hook No. 4.

Openwork element - lush crochet column

Make an initial chain of air loops 8 cm long. Complete the first row with single crochets. Start the second row with three VP lifts. Yarn over and then insert the hook into the second loop of the base. Grab the thread, and then pull out a loop equal in length to the height of the first three VPs. Next, perform another yarn over. Pull out the loop. Thus, you have five loops on your hook. Now you need to knit them all together and secure the element of one VP. This is how you get your first lush column. Skip one base loop and perform the second element in the same way as the first. The main thing is to remember: in order for the lush columns to be smooth and beautiful, you need to pull the loop to the required length. Now you know how to perform the basic element - a double crochet stitch, and also how to knit a puffy stitch. As you can see, both of these elements are not at all difficult to accomplish. The main thing is to practice enough. Good luck!