If you’re looking to up your crochet game, learning how to double crochet front and back post ribbing is a must!
This textured stitch adds dimension to any project, creating an eye-catching fabric that looks like cable knit.
In this blog post, I’ll cover the basics of the double crochet front and back post ribbing technique, including what materials you need for best results as well as step-by-step instructions.
We’ll also look at alternative versions of this stitch as well as some frequently asked questions so you can be confident in your skills when it comes time to work up a pattern using this acclaimed style!
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What is the Double Crochet Front and Back Post Ribbing
The double crochet front and back post ribbing is a combination of the front post double crochet and the back post double crochet.
It’s a stitch combination that utilize crochet post stitches.
The stitch combination shown in this tutorial is to do one front post double crochet and then one back post double crochet, however you can also do other combinations.
The point of this stitch pattern is to create a ribbing effect and repeats such as two front and one back, two front and two back is also a great option.
Ribbing in crochet is often used on sweaters, on the bottom of sleeves and other garments. It is also often used on the brims of crochet hats.
The steps of the Double Crochet Post Stitch Ribbing
- Crochet 1 front post double crochet
- Crochet 1 back post double crochet
- Repeat steps 1-2
Materials Needed
To crochet the double crochet front and back post ribbing you can use any mm crochet hook size and yarn. If you’re following a crochet pattern, use the crochet hook and yarn weights suggested.
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Crochet Stitch Abbreviations
The front post double crochet is abbreviated FPdc in crochet patterns, while the back post double crochet is abbreviated BPdc.
Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our Crochet Abbreviations & Terms post.
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Front Post and Back Post Double Crochet Ribbing Tutorial
In this step by step crochet tutorial you will see how to crochet the front post and back post double crochet ribbing.
We will not go into detail on how you crochet each of the stitch, but link to the separate tutorials that show them in detail.
Grab a crochet hook, make a slip knot and crochet chains (ch).
How To Double Crochet Front And Back Post Ribbing
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Instructions
- The first step of this crochet ribbing stitch pattern is to crochet a front post double crochet. If you don’t know this stitch, find a detailed step by step front post double crochet tutorial here.
- Next, crochet a back post double crochet around the post of the next stitch. If you don’t know this stitch, find a detailed step by step back post double crochet tutorial here.
- Repeat step 1 and 2 until you have finished your row, round or as many times as given in the pattern you follow.By repeating the steps you have successfully crocheted the front post and back post double crochet ribbing.
Notes
Front and Back Post Double Crochet Ribbing Video Tutorial
Front Post and Back Post Double Crochet Ribbing FAQ
What creates the ribbing effect when you crochet the front post and back post double crochet stitches?
When you crochet the front post and back post double crochet stitches they will create texture to the side they are worked. The front post stitches will move forward on the right side, while the back post stitches will move backwards to the wrong side.
Other Front Post and Back Post Ribbing Tutorials
- Front Post Single Crochet & Back Post Single Crochet Ribbing (FPsc & BPsc)
- Front Post Half Double Crochet & Back Post Half Double Crochet Ribbing (FPhdc & BPhdc)
- Front Post Double Crochet & Back Post Double Crochet Stitch Ribbing (FPdc & BPdc) (this post)
- Front Post Treble Crochet & Back Post Treble Crochet Ribbing (FPtr & BPtr)
Free Crochet Patterns Using This Stitch
- Crochet Cable Cardigan
- Crochet Beanie Pattern
- Slip Stitch Mittens
- Easy Warm Winter Mittens
- The Basic Crochet Hat
- Crochet Cardigan With Puff Stitches
- Summer Sea Cropped Cardigan
- Lillian Flared Cardigan
- Oakley Jumper Dress
- All Hearts Cardi
- Winter Seashore Hat
- Winter Seashore Scarf
- Crochet Snow Mittens
- Verona Cowl
- Hexagon Crochet Sweater
- Crochet Plaid Cardigan
- Striped Crochet Vest
- Scato Scarf
- Ribbed Crochet Headband
- Bacca Sweater Dress
- Crochet Cable Sweater
- Crochet Sweater Pattern
- Step Into Spring Set
- Crochet Dickie Pattern
- Sweater Weather Raglan
- 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