Everyone who wants to learn how to knit with a hook needs to master the basic elements, such as a half-column, an air loop, a single crochet and, of course, one, two or more crochet stitches. These basic knitting techniques should be known to every needlewoman. Many complex patterns consist precisely of these basic elements.
In this article, we will explain how to make a double crochet. And most importantly, we will give readers an understandable description and present drawings that show the step-by-step execution of this element. You can consolidate the acquired knowledge by completing an openwork spring scarf with us. In addition, we will tell you
how to knit a fluffy column with two crochets. This element is extremely rarely used as the main pattern of the canvas. But it is indispensable for the design of the border or edge, as well as when knitting openwork embossed products.
Repeat the basics of knitting: hold the hook
Beginning needlewomen need to learn how to use the hook correctly. You should also know how to fix the knitting thread. You can hold the hook in two ways - use the one that is most convenient for you. You can hold it between your index finger and thumb, as if holding a pencil. Or you can grab it on one side with your thumb, and on the other - fix it with the rest. When holding the hook in the second way, its long part will be in contact with the palm. Usually they hold a knife like that. If you are left-handed, you should take the hook in your left hand and the working thread in your right.
We fix the working thread
It can be held in two ways. In any case, it should have some tension. The way to fix the thread coming from the skein is this: take it in your left hand and skip between the last and penultimate fingers. You need to do this from front to back. Bend the little finger and direct the thread forward, passing it in front of the ring and middle fingers. After that, drop the thread on the index and fix it with three fingers. In the process of doing work, hold the thread between the index and thumb. If this method of fixation is not suitable for you, try wrapping the little finger around the thread and stretching it behind the ring and middle fingers, and then hold it with the index and thumb.
We will tell you where the execution of any product begins.
Securely and conveniently locking the thread, take a hook in your right hand and complete the initial loop. Starting to knit any pattern, including the one that includes the "double crochet" column, you must initially make a knot. To do this, retreat about 15 cm from the end of the thread and loop. Then you need to hook the thread. After this, you should stretch the loop and, pulling at the ends, form a nodule. In this case, the hook should remain inside it.
Understanding Knitting Patterns
All patterns, as a rule, are performed according to schemes, which are often explained in text. The canvas pattern consists of repeating elements. Their symmetrical arrangement is achieved by performing additional loops and columns, the number of which is given in the description of the pattern. All schemes are viewed from the bottom up. In this case, even rows are read from left to right, and odd rows in the opposite direction. Knitting of any product begins with the creation of a chain of VP. It is considered a zero row. It is carried out freely enough so that it does not pull off the canvas. After knitting, they begin to knit the first row of the pattern, starting with the lifting loops. One of the elements often found in many schemes is a double crochet column. Crocheted with this basic technique, the canvas looks like this.
In order to make a double crochet column, you must first learn how to make a chain of air loops, and also work out the CH element (single crochet column).
We will tell you how to knit double crochet posts
So, let's take a closer look at how to knit double crochet posts. They are abbreviated as C2H. After completing the chain of air loops, count 4 VP (air loops). Wrap the working thread around the hook twice, and then insert it into the fifth loop. Grab the thread and pull it to form a loop of sufficient length. Grab the working thread again, bringing the hook down. Pull it through the first two loops that are on the hook. Again, grab the thread (hook, leading under it). Pull it through the two loops on the hook. Repeat the same operation a third time. Pass the thread through the last ones on the hook loop. Congratulations! You got the first double crochet. Crochet continue the execution of the elements by analogy with the first to the end of the row. In this case, the hook must be inserted into each loop of the base. Thus, you will have a row made with two double crochets. Practice and do four more of the same series, not forgetting to do the lifting aerial loops at the beginning of each.
Master class for beginners: we knit a scarf with double crochet posts
Having learned how to knit columns with several crochets, you can try to make a charming scarf. For work you will need Pekhorka "Children's Novelty" yarn with a density of 225 m / 50 g and a hook No. 4. Choose the color of knitting threads yourself. The size of the scarf is 20 x 120 cm. We will start the work with a chain of 26 air loops. Next, we perform another 4 VP for lifting. Skip the first loop of the base, knit 25 double crochet stitches. Everything - the first row is ready. Expand the blade and run 4 VP again. The second row is made of columns with two double crochets, alternating with air loops (through one). So you get 13 C2H. Perform the following rows by analogy with the second. We knit the columns in the air loops of the previous row, forming a kind of grid. We are finishing work next to 25 2. That's all, the openwork spring scarf is ready!
Use of a magnificent column with two crochets when crocheting products
This interesting element is used to create beautiful textured patterns. A lush column is rarely used as an independent technique for making the canvas, since it does not hold its shape well. Usually in circuits, it alternates with other elements. As a rule, next to a lush column, a double crochet column is knitted. In addition, a series of single crochet posts are made to secure the web. This magnificent column is indicated in the diagrams with an oval symbol, inside of which a figure is drawn. It indicates the number of crochets and loops. The things decorated with magnificent columns turn out very airy and beautiful. Often this technique is used to make summer light items from thin cotton threads. How to knit a column with two double crochets magnificent, we will tell further. For work, prepare medium-thick knitting threads and hook No. 4.
Openwork element - lush crochet column
Make an initial chain of 8 cm long eyelets. Perform the first row with single crochet. Begin the second row with three VP lifts. Double crochet and then hook into the second loop of the base. Grab the thread, and then extend the loop equal in length to the height of the first three VPs. Next, do another crochet. Pull out the eyelet. Thus, five loops have formed on your hook. Now you need to knit them all together and fix the element of one VP. So you got the first magnificent column. Skip one base loop and run the second element, similar to the first. The main thing is to remember: in order to make the lush columns smooth and beautiful, you need to stretch the loop of the desired length. Now you know how to perform the basic element - a double crochet column, as well as how to knit a lush column. As you can see, both of these elements are not at all difficult to fulfill. The main thing is to practice enough. Good luck