Shaping

The Invisible Double Crochet Decrease

About this Stitch Pattern

The Invisible Double Crochet Decrease is a method of removing stitches to shape your fabric. This decrease is special because it makes those decreases almost invisible by cutting out stitches without gaps.

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Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Beginner

Row Count

Stitch Repeat

Stitch Pattern Instructions

  • Step 1: Yarn over.
  • Step 2: Insert the hook into the front loop of the first stitch of the decrease.
  • Step 3: Insert the hook into the front loop of the next stitch of the decrease.
  • Step 4: Yarn over and draw through first loops on hook.
  • Step 5: Yarn over and draw through first loops on hook.
  • Step 6: Yarn over and draw through last two loops on hook.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Inv-DC-Dec-Example-(FINAL)

Stitch Pattern Characteristics

decrease | technique

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