The double crochet 2 together (dc2tog) is a simple yet essential decrease technique used in many crochet patterns.
In this blog post, I’ll provide information on what the double crochet two together stitch is, along with helpful steps and tutorials that can help you master this classic decrease stitch!
We’ll also discuss abbreviations for the dc2tog technique, as well as FAQs related to this skill.
So if you’re ready let’s get started learning how to dc2tog in crochet!
What is the dc2tog or Double Crochet 2 Together
The dc2tog or double crochet 2 together is an easy way to decrease 1 stitch when crocheting double crochet stitches.
The double crochet stitch is one of the basic crochet stitches that are the building blocks of crochet.
You can crochet the dc2tog in just 7 simple steps.
The steps of the dc2tog:
- Yarn over.
- Insert hook into next stitch and pull up a loop.
- Yarn over.
- Pull through 2 loops on the crochet hook.
- Repeat step 1 – 4. You have 3 loops on the crochet hook.
- Yarn over.
- Pull through all loops on the crochet hook.
Materials Needed
To crochet the dc2tog you can use any crochet hook size and yarn. If you’re following a crochet pattern, use the crochet hook and yarn suggested.
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Double Crochet 2 Together Abbreviations
The double crochet 2 together is abbreviated dc2tog in crochet patterns.
Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our Crochet Abbreviations & Terms post.
dc2tog Crochet Chart Symbol
The double crochet 2 together chart symbol is related to the double crochet (dc) stitch chart symbol.
It is a “T” with two legs. On each leg you have a line across it representing the yarn over you do on double crochet stitches.
It will be turned in the direction it will lay in your finished crochet work.
Photo showing the dc2tog crochet stitch chart symbol.
Alternative Double Crochet Decreases
- If you want to decrease more than 1 double crochet stitch, see the tutorials on dc3tog or dc4tog.
- If you’re interested in an alternative way to decrease 1 double crochet stitch, look at the invisible double crochet decrease.
- Learn everything there is to know about decreasing double crochet stitches in the overview post.
- Or learn about all crochet decreases, including how to decrease for single crochet, half double crochet and treble crochet.
Double Crochet 2 Together Step By Step Photo Tutorial
In this step by step photo tutorial you can learn the dc2tog (us terms), a dc decrease stitch, in a few easy steps. Grab your crochet hook and let’s get started with this easy way to decrease 1 crochet stitch.
Step 1: Yarn Over, Insert Crochet Hook In Next Stitch & Pull Up A Loop
Yarn over (yo) and insert the crochet hook into the next stitch and pull up a loop from the first stitch, you have 3 loops on the crochet hook.
Step 2: Yarn Over and Pull Through 2 Loops
Yarn over and pull through 2, you have 2 loops on the crochet hook.
Step 3: Yarn Over, Insert Crochet Hook In Next Stitch & Pull Up A Loop
Yarn over (yo) and insert the crochet hook into the next st and pull up a loop from the second stitch, you have 4 loops on the crochet hook.
Step 4: Yarn Over and Pull Through 2 Loops
Yarn over and pull through 2, you have 3 loops on the crochet hook.
Step 5: Yarn Over and Pull Yarn Through All Loops On The Crochet Hook
Pull yarn through all the loops on the crochet hook. You have now finished the double crochet two together and have decreased 1 stitch.
Double Crochet Two Together Video Tutorial
Commonly Asked Questions About dc2tog
What does it mean to double crochet 2 stitches together?
To crochet 2 stitches together means to decrease 1 stitch by crocheting the two stitches together.
In what crochet patterns do you use the dc2tog?
Dc2tog is commonly used in clothing patterns such as crochet sweaters and other crochet patterns where you need to shape the crochet fabric.
Is the double crochet cluster stitch the same as the double crochet 2 together?
The double crochet cluster stitch has the same steps, however it is worked into 1 stitch. The double crochet 2 together is worked into 1 stitch..
Double Crochet Decreases – Step-By-Step Tutorials
- Double Crochet 2 Together (this tutorial)
- Double Crochet 3 Together (dc3tog)
- Double Crochet 4 Together (dc4tog)
- Invisible Double Crochet Decrease
