US-DOUBLE CROCHET (Front Loop Only) US-TREBLE CROCHET (Front Loop Only)

US-(dc flo) UK-(tc flo)

Double Crochet Front Loop Only

Category: Basic Stitches

Difficulty: Beginner

Description: Double crochet worked through the front loop only creates a subtle ribbed texture. This variation is great for adding dimension to your crochet projects.

Instructions

  • Foundation Chain: Ch any number.
  • Row 1: Starting in the 4th chain from the hook, YO, insert your hook, YO and pull up a loop, YO and pull through two loops, YO and pull through the remaining two loops. Repeat in each chain across. Ch 2, turn. (Turning chain does not count as a stitch.)
  • Row 2: Starting in the 1st stitch, YO, insert your hook into the front loop, YO and pull up a loop, YO and pull through two loops, YO and pull through the remaining two loops. Repeat in each stitch across. Ch 2, turn.
  • Repeat Row 2 for the desired length.

Uses: Textured scarves, blankets, and garments with ribbed effects.