Do you want to learn how to do the Front Post Double Crochet (FPdc) stitch? Then this crochet tutorial is just what you need.
With the FPdc crochet stitch, you can create texture on your crochet projects.
This post will cover all topics related to the front post double crochet from understanding its basics, supplies needed, abbreviations used and more!
We’ll also provide step-by-step instructions with photos, and a video tutorial so you can master this technique in no time!
What is the Front Post Double Crochet
The front post double crochet is one of the crochet post stitches.
Crocheters often learn the regular double crochet before the learn the front post double stitch.
The front post double crochet is a variation of the normal double crochet stitch where you crochet the stitch around the post of the stitch on the previous row, otherwise the steps are the same.
Front post crochet stitches are often used to create crochet ribbing and crochet cables, where they are mostly used in combination with stitches worked in back posts.
The back post double crochet is also a variation of the regular double crochet, and the stitch pops to the back of the work instead of the front of the work like with the front post double crochet.
This stitch is featured in many popular crochet stitch patterns like the basket weave, alpine stitch, waffle stitch and crochet cables.
The steps of the Front Post Double Crochet Stitch:
- Yarn over (yo)
- Insert crochet hook from front to back to front again around the post of the stitch on the previous row
- Pull up a loop
- Yarn over
- Pull through the 2 loops on the crochet hook
- Yarn over
- Pull through the last 2 loops on the crochet hook
- Repeat steps 1-7 to crochet another front post double crochet
Materials Needed
To crochet the front post double crochet 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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Front Post Double Crochet Stitch Abbreviations
The front post double crochet is abbreviated FPdc or fp dc in crochet patterns.
Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our Crochet Abbreviations & Terms post.
Front Post Double Crochet Chart Symbol
The front post double crochet chart symbol is related to the double crochet (dc) stitch chart symbol.
It is a “T” with one line across it representing the yarn over you do, like the regular double crochet stitch. However, it also has a half circle to the right representing that it’s worked around the front post.
It will be turned in the direction it will lay in your finished crochet work.
Photo showing the FPdc crochet stitch chart symbol.
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Front Post Double Crochet Stitch Tutorial
In this photo tutorial (shown right handed) you will see how to crochet a front post double crochet crochet stitch.
Grab a crochet hook in your right hand, make a slip knot and crochet foundation chain stitches (ch).
Front Post Double Crochet Step By Step Photo Tutorial
1. Yarn over
To start the front post double crochet, yarn over from back to front.
2. Insert the crochet hook from front to back
The second step of learning the front post double crochet is to identify what the post of the crochet stitch is.
The gap between the stitches is where you are going to insert the crochet hook, and the lower part of the stitch is what is called the post of the stitch.
Insert crochet hook between the first and second stitch from front to back.
3. Insert the crochet hook from back to front
Between the next two stitches, insert the crochet hook from back to front.
4. Yarn over
Place the yarn over the crochet hook from back to front.
5. Pull up a loop
Pull up a loop, you have 3 loops on the crochet hook.
6. Yarn over
Yarn over from back to front.
7. Pull through 2 loops
Pull yarn through 2 loops.
8. Yarn over
Yarn over from back to front.
9. Pull yarn through 2 loops and you are finished
Pull yarn through the last 2 loops on the crochet hook.
Repeat steps 1-9 to crochet more FPdc stitches.
Front Post Double Crochet Video Tutorial
How to Front Post Double Crochet In Rows
To crochet front post double crochet stitches in rows, follow these steps:
- Start the row with two turning chains.
- Work front post double crochet around the post of each stitch from previous row.
- After working around final stitch, you have finished a row of double crochet front post stitches. Turn your work.
- Repeat steps 1-3 to crochet more rows.
How to Front Post Double Crochet In Rounds
To crochet front post double crochet stitches in rounds, follow these steps:
- Start the round with two turning chains.
- Work front post double crochet around the post of each stitch from previous round.
- After working around final stitch, you have finished a round of double crochet front post stitches. Do not turn your work, but slip stitch into top chain from beginning of round.
- Repeat steps 1-3 to crochet more rounds.
Front Post Double Crochet FAQ
How do you crochet a front post stitch?
To crochet a front post stitch, insert the crochet hook from the front to back between two stitches, around the post of the stitch and from the back to the front again. Pull up a loop, then finish the rest of the stitch as you would a regular stitch.
Front Post Crochet Stitches – Step-By-Step Tutorials
- Front Post Single Crochet (FPsc)
- Front Post Half Double Crochet Stitch (FPhdc)
- Front Post Double Crochet Stitch (this tutorial)
- Front Post Treble Crochet Stitch (FPtr)
Free Crochet Patterns Using The FPdc
- Crochet Cable Cardigan
- Cable Crochet Scarf
- Crochet Beanie Pattern
- Textured Tweed Hat
- Crochet Raglan Top
- Crochet Plant Hanger
- Slip Stitch Mittens
- Easy Warm Winter Mittens
- Crochet Raglan Cardigan
- Women’s Crochet Cardigan
- Simple Crochet Pillow Cover
- Crochet Dress Pattern
- Gradvis Sweater
- Crochet Tank Top
- The Basic Crochet Hat
- Crochet Cardigan With Puff Stitches
- Cable Bag Crochet Pattern
- Summer Sea Cropped Cardigan
- Basketweave Pullover
- Nivis Tee
- Lillian Flared Cardigan
- Oakley Jumper Dress
- All Hearts Cardi
- Mermaid Scales Cowl
- Kameron Slouch Hat
- Winter Seashore Hat
- Winter Seashore Scarf
- Crochet Snow Mittens
- Verona Cowl
- I Love Cables Headband
- Hexagon Crochet Sweater
- Easy Raglan Cardigan
- Crochet Plaid Cardigan
- Striped Crochet Vest
- Stella Mini Cowl
- Scato Scarf
- Ribbed Crochet Headband
- Bacca Sweater Dress
- Crochet Cable Sweater
- Crochet Sweater Pattern
- Step Into Spring Set
- Crochet Dickie Pattern
- Sweater Weather Raglan
- Filet Cabled Cardigan
- Easy Crochet Mittens
- Christmas Trees Crochet Headband
- Crochet Christmas Hat
- Christmas Trees Crochet Hat
- Crochet Christmas Sweater
- Cable Raglan Crochet Cardigan
- Jasmine Stitch Beanie
- Back to Basic Tee
