Learn How to Triple Crochet: How to Crochet Lesson #14

Learn how to triple crochet in this crochet lesson #14.

The triple crochet stitch is also called a treble crochet stitch and is taller than a double crochet stitch. This stitch is made by yarning over the hook twice instead of only once. The triple stitch creates wide spaces between stitches, producing a loose fabric.

In addition to its versatility, mastering the triple crochet stitch can enhance any crocheter's skill set and widen their creative possibilities.

Triple Crochet Abbreviation

The triple crochet is abbreviated (tr).

Note: If you see the abbreviation (tr) in a crochet pattern, you will know this means to triple crochet into the following or designated stitch.

To Make the First Row of Triple Crochet Stitches:

• Make a foundation chain of 17 stitches (ch 17).
• Chain 4 more stitches to make the turning chain (ch 4). This will make a total of 21 stitches.

Reminder: An actual crochet pattern will show - Foundation Chain: (ch 21).

Step #1: Yarn over the hook twice (yo 2).

Step #2: Insert your hook into the 5th chain from the hook.

Step #3: Yarn over the hook (yo).

Step #4: Draw up a loop (pull the yarn through the chain).

Step #5: There will now be four loops on your hook.

Step #6: Yarn over the hook (yo).

Step #7: Draw through (the first) two loops on your hook.

Step #8: There will now be three loops on your hook.

Step #9: Yarn over the hook (yo).

Step #10: Draw through (the next) two loops on your hook.

Step #11: There will now be two loops on your hook.

Step #12: Yarn over the hook (yo).

Step #13: Draw through (the last) two loops on your hook.

Step #14: The triple crochet stitch (tr) is now complete.

To Finish the First Triple Crochet Row:

• Continue to work a triple crochet stitch into each foundation chain across.

• Make sure you have 18 half double crochet stitches when you are finished with this row.

How to Count Triple Crochet Stitches

The triple crochet is a tall stitch, and it is easy to identify all the stitches made in a row. Like the double crochet, use this stitch's post (body) as a guide for counting.

Note: The chain four (ch 4) turning chain is counted as a triple crochet stitch.

Learn how to make the second and following rows of the triple crochet stitch:

• Turn your work around.

• Chain three (ch 4).

Note: This chain four is the turning chain, and it will bring the following triple crochet stitches up to the correct height.

Step #1: Yarn over the hook twice (yo 2).

Step #2: Skip the first stitch directly below the turning chain.

Reminder: Do not work a triple crochet stitch into the first stitch directly below the turning chain (the turning chain takes the place of this stitch). If you do this, you will add an extra stitch in your row and continue to add an extra stitch in each of the rows that follow.

Step #3: Insert your hook into the next stitch.

Step #4: Yarn over the hook (yo).

Step #5: Draw up a loop (pull the yarn through the stitch).

Step #6: There will now be four loops on your hook.

Step #7: Yarn over the hook (yo).

Step #8: Draw through (the first) two loops on your hook.

Step #9: There will now be three loops on your hook.

Step #10: Yarn over the hook (yo).

Step #11: Draw through (the next) two loops on your hook.

Step #12: There will now be two loops on your hook.

Step #13: Yarn over the hook (yo).

Step #14: Draw through (the last) two loops on your hook.

Step #15: The triple crochet stitch (tr) is now complete.

Step #16: Continue to work a triple (tr) stitch into each stitch across.

To Finish the Second and Following Triple Crochet Rows:

• Continue to work a triple crochet (tr) stitch into each stitch across the row.

• Add more rows by following steps 1-14.

Place a Stitch Into the Turning Chain

To complete a row of triple crochet stitches, work a triple crochet stitch into the top of the chain four (ch 4) turning chain. Remember, the chain four counts as a stitch, so you must crochet into it to get the correct number of stitches for the row.

What Should You Do Next?

After you learn the basic crochet skills and stitches, it will be time to follow the crochet stitch guide, which is also located on the navigation bar. The crochet stitch guide will teach you more intermediate and advanced crochet stitches and techniques.

More information: Learn how to master the art of the triple crochet stitch. Dummies has you covered with details on crafting the initial row of your project, just in case you need a refresher.

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