The Half Double Crochet Two Together Decrease (hdc2tog)
Stitch Description
The half double crochet two together decrease (hdc2tog) is a basic decrease stitch that helps shape your project by removing stitches from your pattern. It is used in everything from sweaters to hats to bags.
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Lion's Pride Woolspun
Woolspun, with an exquisite range of neutrals and vivid classic colors, will quickly become your go-to yarn. The 12-ply construction means that garments drape beautifully and afghans and warm weather accessories have a cushiony soft bounce to them. Sold exclusively at Michaels and LionBrand.com
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Crystal Palace Bamboo Crochet Hook
Crystal Palaces' Bamboo Crochet Hooks are lovely, and feel great in your hand. These 6 inch crochet hooks are made from specially selected, cured, and finished bamboo for an exceptionally smooth feel. Made in Japan.
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Pattern Instructions
- Step 1: Yarn over the crochet hook.
- Step 2: Insert the crochet hook into the next stitch on your row.
- Step 3: Yarn over the crochet hook again.
- Step 4: Pull the yarn through the stitch on your crochet hook. You should now have three stitches on your hook.
- Step 5: Insert the crochet hook into the next stitch on your row.
- Step 6: Yarn over the crochet hook again.
- Step 7: Pull the yarn through the stitch on your crochet hook. You should now have four stitches on your hook.
- Step 8: Yarn over the crochet hook one last time.
- Step 9: Pull the yarn through all four stitches on your crochet hook.
Repeat steps 1 – 9 until you have decreased the number of stitches required by your pattern.
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