How to Crochet the Herringbone Double Crochet Stitch – Step-by-Step Photo & Video Tutorial

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Have you ever wanted to try a new stitch that adds a touch of elegance to your projects? The Herringbone Double Crochet (HBDC) Stitch might just be your new favourite! I love how this stitch creates a subtle diagonal texture that makes any piece stand out.

In this post, I’ll guide you through every step of the Herringbone Double Crochet stitch, with both a detailed photo tutorial and a video tutorial to help you master it. Whether you're snuggled up with your yarn and hook or just browsing for your next project inspiration, I'm excited to share this stitch with you. Let’s dive into this beautiful stitch together!

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Video Tutorial

Check out my YouTube video tutorial where I cover everything. It's a fantastic complement to any written pattern. You're welcome to leave feedback in the video comments.

Recommended Materials

In this tutorial, I use LionBrand Cotton24/7 cotton yarn. I find that the texture stands out more with cotton yarn, and its bright colors are beneficial during tutorials. For this yarn I use a 4mm/G-6 crochet hook.

However, if you're new to crocheting and just practicing, I highly recommend using any solid color acrylic yarn that works with a 5mm/H-8 hook size.

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Directions

To start the Herringbone DC Stitch, use any number of FCH unless your pattern specifies a particular number.

Close-up of a crochet chain with pink yarn on a white background. A blue-handled crochet hook is inserted in the chain.

YO and insert your hook into the third chain from the hook. (The initial 2 chains are counted as the first stitch of the row)

Hands crocheting with pink yarn and a blue hook. Fingers have red nail polish. A black arrow points to the yarn loop. White background.

Then YO and pull up a loop - you have three loops on your hook. Now with the first loop pull through the second one. Now you should have two loops on your hook.

Then, YO and draw up a loop through the first loop only (you should have 2 loops on your hook again).

Hands with red nails crocheting using blue hook and pink yarn. Close-up shot with a plain white background.

Next, YO and draw a loop through both loops. Your first Herringbone Stitch is complete!
Continue this process until you reach the end of the row. Once there, chain 2 and turn your work. Remember, the chain 2 counts as the first stitch of the following row! Next, proceed with the Herringbone DC Stitch into the next stitch.