Learn how to crochet the Linked Double Crochet Stitch with this complete photo & video tutorial by Nana’s Crafty Home!
Linked Double Crochet Stitch Details
The Linked Double Crochet Stitch is a fabulous (and simple!) variation of the double crochet stitch which links dc stitches together creating a more dense fabric without the holes. Perfect for blankets or wearables – anything you want fewer gaps in the stitches.
I fell in love with linked stitches with the Linked Half Double Crochet Stitch which I used in my Easy Breezy Day Cowl. Linked stitches create a unique and interesting look to your fabric.
The Linked Double Crochet Stitch is a great stitch for when you want the look of single crochet yet want your project to grow a little faster. In fact, this stitch actually looks like stacked single crochet stitches!
My Luxe Boho Christmas Stocking free crochet pattern was the perfect project for this stitch. I really wanted to use a stitch that wouldn’t have as many gaps but would still work up pretty quickly. I tried several different stitches before deciding on the Linked Double Crochet Stitch – and it really worked out perfectly!
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Linked Double Crochet Stitch Photo Tutorial with Written Pattern Instructions
Supplies shows in photos & video:
Lion Brand Color Made Easy in Birch
Gnome Crochet Hook by Clay & Fiber Co** – soooo cute!!
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Abbreviations:
ch = chain
LDC = linked double crochet
st = stitch
yo = yarn over
beg = beginning
Linked Double Crochet (LDC): insert hook into horizontal middle bar of the previous stitch from top to bottom, yo, pull up a loop (2 loops on hook), insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook), yo, pull through 2, yo, pull through remaining 2 loops.
Note: To make 1st LDC at beg of row, ch 3 and treat 2nd ch from hook as the single vertical thread, yo and pull up a loop & continue.
Multiple: ch any number of chains + 3 for the foundation ch
Time needed: 1 day.
Linked Double Crochet (LDC) Tutorial
- Insert hook into 2nd ch from hook, yo, pull up a loop
- skip next ch, insert hook into 4th ch from hook, yo, pull up a loop
- yo, pull through 2 loops on hook,
- yo, pull through remaining 2 loops. (1st LDC made)
- (Next LDC) Insert hook into horizontal bar of previous stitch just made,
- yo, pull up a loop (2 loops on hook), insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook),
- yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through remaining 2 loops.
- Repeat to the end of the chain or throughout the remainder of your row.
- Additional rows: Turn, ch 3, insert hook into 2nd ch from hook, yo, pull up a loop,
- insert hook into next st, yo, pull up a loop, yo, pull through 2 loops, yo, pull through remaining two loops.
Continue working LDC in each st or as indicated in pattern.
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Hi! Thank you so much for being here! I am Tonya the designer behind Nana's Crafty Home. As a wife, mother, Nana of 9 & with 2 fur babies, my days are filled with love, laughter, hugs and yarn! Here you will find colorful and creative crochet designs for yourself or loved ones. My hope is that you will be inspired to learn and create along with me!
Your pictures are excellent because I could see exactly what you’re doing for this stitch. Thank you!
I am so glad you found it helpful Joanne! Thank you for your feedback! ?❤️