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tart off by making a chain length- try 25 chains. Then you can use
one of the methods below to start
working double treble stitches into the
foundation chain. One method might suit
you better, so try both.
Make sure you insert the hook under two
loops of the chain stitch (the top front loop
and the loop at the back of the chain). Some
patterns ask you to insert the hook under
just the top front loop of the chain, and you
can also use this method if your chain is abit tight. If it’s very tight, undo the chain
length and rework it using a larger hook.
Then switch back to the smaller hook.
You’ll find that Method 2 gives your fabric
a neater, more solid finish and maintains
the plaited look of the front of the chain.DOUBLE TREBLE
INTO CHAINS
How to crochet double treble stitches into your chain length
RIGHT-HAND
When working a double treble stitch, work yrh
twice, then insert the hook into the 5th chain
from the hook, as shown above. Then continue
your first double treble crochet stitch, as
instructed overleaf.Wrap the yarn round the hook twice for a double
treble stitch. Then insert your hook into the
5th bump from the hook, on the back of the
chain. Then continue your first double treble, as
instructed overleaf.METHOD 1
When working a double treble stitch, work yrh
twice, then insert the hook into the 5th chain
from the hook, as shown above. Then continue
your first double treble crochet stitch, as
instructed overleaf.Wrap the yarn round the hook twice for a double
treble stitch. Then insert your hook into the
5th bump from the hook, on the back of the
chain. Then continue your first double treble, as
instructed overleaf.METHOD 1 METHOD 2
METHOD 2
LEFT-HAND