The invisible double crochet decrease is the perfect technique to give your crochet projects a professional finish!
This stitch provides a clean, tailored look by making the decreases less visible in the crochet fabric.
In this blog post, I’ll explain what exactly an invisible double crochet decrease is and how to do it step-by-step with photos and a video tutorial.
Plus I’ll provide tips on abbreviations, alternative techniques and frequently asked questions about this stitch.
So grab your hook and yarn and let’s get started learning all about the invisible double crochet decrease!
What is the Invisible Double Crochet Decrease?
The invisible double crochet decrease is using the invisible crochet decrease technique, and is an alternative method of decreasing one stitch to the traditional double crochet 2 together.
As the name suggests, the stitch decrease is less visible.
You can crochet the invisible dc dec in just 6 simple steps.
Decreasing stitches are used to shape crochet pieces.
The steps of the Invisible Double Crochet Decrease:
- Yarn over.
- Skip 1 stitch and insert crochet hook into front loop of next stitch.
- Insert crochet hook into front loop of skipped stitch.
- Pull up a loop.
- Yarn over and pull through 2 loops.
- Yarn over and pull through all loops on the crochet hook.
Materials Needed
To crochet the invisible double crochet decrease you can use any mm crochet hook size and yarn. If you’re following a crochet pattern, use the crochet hook and yarn suggested.
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Invisible Double Crochet Abbreviations
The invisible crochet decreases are abbreviated invdec, inv dec or inv-dec in crochet patterns, if the pattern writer wants you to specifically crochet an invisible decrease.
For the double crochet invisible decrease you will see them with dc specified in front or inv dc dec.
Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our Crochet Abbreviations & Terms post.
Alternative Double Crochet Decreases
- If you’re interested in learning traditional double crochet decreases, see tutorials on dc2tog, dc3tog or dc4tog.
- 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 (sc), half double crochet (hdc) and treble crochet (tr).
Invisible Double Crochet Decrease Step By Step Photo Tutorial
In this step by step photo tutorial you can learn the invisible dc decrease in a few easy steps. Grab your crochet hook and let’s get started with this easy way to decrease 1 crochet stitch.
Invisible Double Crochet Decrease – How To
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Instructions
- Yarn over from back to front.
- Skip one stitch and insert the crochet hook into the front loop of the next stitch (front loop of the first stitch).
- Then insert the crochet hook into the front loop of the skipped stitch (front loop of the second stitch).
- Pull up a loop. You have 3 loops on the crochet hook.
- Yarn over and pull through 2 loops on the crochet hook. You have 2 loops left on the crochet hook.
- Pull yarn through all loops on the crochet hook. You have finished one invisible double crochet decrease.
Invisible Double Crochet Decrease Video Tutorial
FAQ About The Invisible Double Crochet Decrease
How many stitches do you decrease with the invisible double crochet decrease?
The number of stitches you decrease with the invisible double crochet decrease is 1.
How is the indivisible double crochet decrease different from the normal decrease?
The normal double crochet 2 together is more visible than the invisible decrease and many find the invisible decrease to be a better way to decrease.
In what crochet patterns do you use the invisible double crochet decrease?
You can use the invisible double crochet decrease in all kinds of crochet patterns where you don’t want the decrease to show as much. It’s popular in amigurumi projects, but is great for projects such as crochet clothing as well.
Double Crochet Decreases – Step-By-Step Tutorials
- Double Crochet 2 Together (dc2tog)
- Double Crochet 3 Together (dc3tog)
- Double Crochet 4 Together (dc4tog)
- Invisible Double Crochet Decrease (this tutorial)
