What is the standard abbreivation for the Double Crochet crochet stitch?

The US standard abbreviation for the Double Crochet crochet stitch is dc.

Double Crochet Stitch Pattern

The double crochet stitch, or dc is an important part of many crochet patterns and mastering it is easy with our tutorial video. All these crochet patterns feature the double crochet stitch, and are exclusive to EasyCrochet.com.

Free Crochet Patterns using the Double Crochet Stitch

These free crochet patterns were all created using various yarn types, brands and hook sizes... but all use the Double Crochet crochet stitch.

Twisted Chains Cowl
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Hobby Lobby,
- Yarn Name: I Love This Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
Rainbow Granny Square Sweater
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
Elephant Lovey C2C
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Gray, Pink,
Wanderers Mosaic Crochet Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K-10.5),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Corner to Corner Heart Blanket Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Comfy Cotton Blend,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Brown, Neutral,
Richmond Boomerang Shawl
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
- Yarn Name: Palette,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Neutral,
Warm Up America Alissa Crochet Rectangle Pattern #3
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Simply Chunky,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Orange,
Crochet Mason Jar Covers
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
- Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Crochet Beginner Summer Top
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Coboo Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 3.25 mm (D-3),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: White,
Modern Crochet Top Tee
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Coboo Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Easy Crochet Shawl Pattern for Spring
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Caron Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Caron Cakes,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Variegated,
Bubble Gum Crochet Poncho
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Bobble, Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
Nina Chunky Poncho Wrap
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Feels Like Butta,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Gray,
Criss Cross Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Simply Aran,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K-10.5),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Cozy Rib Stitch Cowl
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue, Gray, Pink,
Comfy Cotton Wrap
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Comfy Cotton Blend,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Variegated,
Braided Blanket Ruana
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Rowan,
- Yarn Name: Kid Classic,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Super Alexa Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Simply Chunky,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
Quick & Easy Crochet Cat Mat
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Bernat,
- Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
- Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Bruce the Friendly Dinosaur Amigurumi
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Green,
Linen Stitch Crochet Kimono Cardigan
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: 24/7 Cotton,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6), 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Neutral,
Lacy Lemon Drop Kimono Cardigan
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: 24/7 Cotton,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Easy Purple Poncho Wrap
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: 24/7 Cotton,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Purple,
Lemonade Summer Kimono Cardigan
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6), 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Yellow,
Basic Granny Square Pattern for Beginners
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Blue, Yellow,
Country Garden Market Bag
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Puff, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Variegated,
Spring’s Arrival Scarf
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Premier Yarns,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Green, Pink, White,
Easy Crochet Cloud Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Feels Like Butta,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Blue, White,
Four Leaf Clover Crochet Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Green,
Cabled Legwarmers
Free Crochet Pattern
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Heartland,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Triple Crochet,
- Color: Neutral,
St. Patrick’s Day Shamrock Crochet Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Green,
Easy Crochet Baby Blanket with Ripples
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Caron Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Caron Cakes, Marble Cakes, Simply Soft,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Double Crochet Increase, Double Crochet Three Together,
- Color: Pink,
Granny Stitch Ripple Baby Blanket Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
- Yarn Name: Soft Baby Steps,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Gray,
Ombre Crochet Neck Warmer Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Homespun,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K-10.5),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
Quick And Easy Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
- Yarn Name: Simply Soft,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Blue, Red, White,
Easy Double Crochet Blanket for Beginners
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Pound of Love,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8), 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Green, White,
Easy Crochet Lovey Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Knit Picks, WeCrochet,
- Yarn Name: Brava Worsted,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Gray,
Crochet Griddle Stitch Scarf Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Coboo Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Griddle, Single Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
How to Crochet a Star
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Knit Picks, WeCrochet,
- Yarn Name: Brava Worsted,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F-5),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Gray, Yellow,
Summer Nights Crochet Shawl
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Summer Nights,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 1 – Super Fine,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Modern Crochet Baby Granny Stitch Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Knit Picks, WeCrochet,
- Yarn Name: Brava Worsted,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Blue, Gray, Pink, Purple,
Easy Crochet Lap Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Feels Like Butta, Mandala,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Clara Crochet Ripple Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Bobble, Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue, Green, Pink,
How to Crochet Straight Edges With The Double Crochet Stitch
Free Crochet Pattern
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
Free Ombre Crochet Scarf Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Feels Like Butta, Mandala,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue, Variegated,
The Charlie Easy Crochet Infinity Scarf
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: Loops and Threads,
- Yarn Name: Cozy Wool,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
- Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Gray,
Mini Crochet Bow Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
Classic Ripple Crochet Pattern Tutorial
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
- Yarn Name: Red Heart Soft,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet,
- Color: Blue, Purple,