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!
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The steps of dc2tog or Double Crochet 2 Together
A quick written description:
- 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.
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About the dc2tog or Double Crochet 2 Together
Learn how to crochet the dc2tog stitch.
The double crochet 2 together (dc2tog) is a simple yet essential decrease technique used in many crochet patterns.
Project level: Easy
Materials
Crochet Hook
Use any crochet hook size that works with your yarn.
Yarn
Use any yarn you like for this stitch.
If you’re following a crochet pattern, use the crochet hook and yarn suggested to get the correct gauge.
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.
Instructions for the dc2tog or Double Crochet 2 Together
Step-by-step Photo Instructions
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.
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.
Yarn over and pull through 2, you have 2 loops on the crochet hook.
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.
Yarn over and pull through 2, you have 3 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.
dc2tog or Double Crochet 2 Together 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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..
