How to Crochet a Stacked Double Crochet || Straight Edges on Double Crochet Rows EVERY TIME!

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How to Crochet a Stacked Double Crochet || Never get a hole at start of Double Crochet Row again!
Perfect straight edges on your double crochet projects. Plus, the stacked double crochet (which could also be called a stacked single crochet because you are stacking singles to make a double crochet) makes the edges have a nice V that you can crochet into for a border.
Most crochet patterns have you begin with a ch 3 at the start of a double crochet row and it counts as a stitch. But that leaves a funny looking stitch and hole at the start of the row. Instead of beginning with a ch-3, do a stacked double crochet!
It is worked very similarly to a single crochet but it is made in two parts. The result is a beautiful stitch that looks just like a dc and it has a nice "v" at the edge. You will get clean double crochet edge and a straight edge every time.
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@Iamflamingosrule 5 ай бұрын

50+ years crocheting and BAM craft changing improvements are dropping like fall leaves. I learn some new technique almost everyday. Thanks Marley Bird! Greetings from Charlotte, North Carolina, USA ❤

@janet89622 4 жыл бұрын

I have crocheted for over 55 years and have learned many things from you young KZfaqrs. I've tried sever different ways to begin double (treble, etc) crochet rows neatly without the dratted hole at the beginning and the method you taught is a absolutely the best. Thank you and/or whoever came up with this technique. I absolutely love it.

@sharonklassen7722 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I’ve been crocheting for years and never knew this.

@MarlyBird Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😊

@miza5491 3 жыл бұрын

this is way better than the chainless starting double crochet for me. the latter still leave bumps on my project.

@MarlyBird 3 жыл бұрын

I agree

@sanjaniramkissoon5327 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the lesson and explanation. So helpful as it's my first time ever hearing of a stacked dc.

@MarlyBird 6 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@dworrell7181 4 жыл бұрын

Love clean stitches you take your time and we all appreciate working with us.

@bobbierebman9640 Жыл бұрын

You are so much help and such a great teacher!! Thank you so very much!!

@theastewart6721 4 жыл бұрын

I love this! It looks so much neater. I’ve seen a few different ways to do this. Definitely worth doing!

@C_C-G 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, very clever and well explained, this looks so much better!

@kellyfazekas7831 4 жыл бұрын

I know this is a crochet video, and I can definitely see myself using the stitch, but can we talk about that pretty nail polish and the gorgeous bling you've got going on??! Love it!

@earia 2 жыл бұрын

I have been learning to crochet for just over a year now. I have always hated the way that the chain three looks on the edge of the work. Thank you for this tutorial! I'll be implementing this from now on.

@elishevahgodfrey3888 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I always hated the way the triple chains looked but didn't know what else to do. I will use this new stitch from now on!

@robinrocha2091 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Straight forward and to the point.

@muttlee1213 2 жыл бұрын

you're a fabulous teacher!

@lindagauthier2556 4 ай бұрын

Wow..this changed my life! How did I not know this before?

@susanlucero3530 3 жыл бұрын

Good day, Ms. Marly, thank you for this tip :) Love it ! I deduce that you can also use this technique for a beginning treble? I will try this on my next project.

@gennyholland5340 Жыл бұрын

Super technique. Much neater edges 😊

@ladystark3034 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this! This changes everything for the blanket im doing❤

@sarahbruehl6894 2 жыл бұрын

This is so cool. Thank you

@nancyel281 Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@dawng5653 3 жыл бұрын

Love the tips Marly! Thank you!

@ashleyparrish1823 3 жыл бұрын

Just want to say thank you! You’re an amazing teacher & I love the continued learning I can gain from all your tutorials!!! Also, you’re gorgeous! ❤️

@margaretwagner1313 2 жыл бұрын

Love this tip to make crochet neater.

@mabellmyers6281 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@becbrown7731 2 жыл бұрын

Saving this for next time - looks so much nicer

@sarahmarlenepulley959 4 жыл бұрын

WOW !! I’m not a beginner but I gave up crocheting when my mom passed away, that was 27 years ago so I’m out of practice. Recently I started again and realized how much I missed it !! My 9 year old granddaughter even asked me to teach her anywhooo showing THIS STITCH has helped my so much !! Thank you !! Marlene Denton

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

xoxo

@locohuero 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a simple trick to add onto my skills.

@maryking2450 2 жыл бұрын

This has made my pieces look so much better!!!! Thank you so much!

@kendravandervelde8291 11 ай бұрын

I found a stacked treble in some obscure old pattern and honestly, was struggling to perfect it. Mine looked too chunky for some reason so, I set out to consult the oracle and found this video! Awesome stuff. I’ve been crocheting for 10+ years, thought I’d seen it all but, am learning new techniques from you with your videos! You clearly state and show what needs to be shown without 2 hours of small talk at the beginning. You’ve got another happy subscriber. Looking forward to learning more with you!

@jygood3718 4 жыл бұрын

Love it, great option

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you like it!

@siyaz 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! Thank you, Marly!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

thank you

@jomama5186 4 жыл бұрын

I love those colors! Beautiful!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Cheers!

@pamsprojects Жыл бұрын

I am so happy I came across you, I love the stacked double crochet, thank you.

@sis5426 4 жыл бұрын

loved it... finally a first double crochet without needing 3 chains...... love your shawl/scarf...beautiful indeed... regards from Santos,Brazil.

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😊

@susankraft77 4 жыл бұрын

I love this! Thanks!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@11sweetdixie 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve crocheted for over 50 yrs. This is a game changer for me. Thank you so much.

@kbmightmight518 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@grandma16babies34 4 жыл бұрын

Wow! Love it! I will definitely be using this!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful!

@IzaK710 4 жыл бұрын

Nice tip! Thanks, Marly!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@originalshoezie 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Marly, you always come thru with great ideas!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@Babsamsterdam1977 4 жыл бұрын

This is really cool, thank you for the tip

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@marymmiranda 2 жыл бұрын

I've been doing it this way for the longest now. As you said, it is much more cleaner. I love it. Glad you also double stack it.

@ManuelaBrugnolo 4 жыл бұрын

What a great tip! Just in time for my new project! Thank you 😊

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@tkpetrik9456 Жыл бұрын

OMG! Why am I just now learning this after4 years of crochet!! 😢

@kathyburt3294 3 жыл бұрын

glad I watched this. I was doing this but doing it wrong! this was explained so well. THANKS!!

@DanielWSonntag 4 жыл бұрын

Damn gurl that ring though.

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

thanks

@terriott8419 4 жыл бұрын

I have got to try this,thank you

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you enjoy

@jeanneklaver9307 4 жыл бұрын

brilliant!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

thank you

@angieh3990 4 жыл бұрын

I can't wait to try this! Your videos have helped me so, so much!!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad!

@CatieP-rs5dm 3 ай бұрын

Brilliant. Best demonstration I’ve seen. As a beginner i finally get it!!!!

@elizabethmullhall8226 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much- love it ❤

@MarlyBird Жыл бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@terezakonatvarani8568 4 жыл бұрын

Adoro de ver todos os teus trabalhos. São lindosssss😘👏👏👏👏👏👏

@gigiotter444 4 жыл бұрын

Mind blown!!!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

in a good way :-)

@l.j.carroll2547 3 жыл бұрын

This is JUST what I've been hoping to find. If only I'd watched last week before making two (TWO) projects with those wonky ch3 "first" dcs. Thank you again for your clear instructions along with informative demonstration.

@Irishgirl4u2c 4 жыл бұрын

This is PERFECT!! I really needed this, and it popped up at just the right time. I was doing simple, DC scarves for Operation Gratitude, and this gives the edges a much cleaner look. Thank you again!!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@lenaraullo5263 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks you very much for the Tip. Stacked double crochet is much easier for me than the alternative DC.❤

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@surban4369 3 жыл бұрын

I've been using a similar technique, but piercing that sc, instead of crocheting into its left leg, is the very best solution! I'm surprised that patterns still rely on the "chain 3 and turn" method. Thanks so much for this video!

@EvieO1950 4 жыл бұрын

Very similar too what I’ve been using but I’ll give yours a try. Thanks!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Hope you like it!

@matildarei 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant!! Thanks so much for solving the ch-3 problem. I have always hated the gap.

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@sophiechas4504 4 жыл бұрын

Very good idea. Thanks from Greece 😘😘 your hair is so beautiful!!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@jenniferwidger6364 10 ай бұрын

I cannot tell you how much time (and frogging!) you have saved me.. I am always disgusted by those beginning chains & trash my work.. THANK YOU!

@MarlyBird 10 ай бұрын

Glad I could help!

@CherylDFloyd 4 жыл бұрын

This is brilliant! I've been doing something similar, but without "piercing' the stitch. I love the 'piercing' technique. Very nice!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

You're so welcome!

@MMM857 3 жыл бұрын

I'm with you. Doing this similar stitch but not the piercing. It does look about better too.

@LindaGross604 9 ай бұрын

OMG but this was fabulous. I had stopped crochet because uneven edges were driving me bonkers. This is so SIMPLE - thank you!! (love your nail polish btw ☺️)

@bonniejalsevac7946 4 жыл бұрын

I am noticing so many patterns with the hole in the side including the baby blanket I am making for the 6th time for daughters and daughter in laws! Thanks for the great tip! I really like your cowl and the colors!

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

thank you

@christinejohn8375 4 жыл бұрын

Nice I didn’t know you could do that thanks Marly Bird

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Any time

@Sun21Cat 4 жыл бұрын

thank you so much, this is a wonderful way to do the beginning stitch and will be using this :D FYI, just found you thru Bethany @ Whistle and Ivy's e-mail sharing your Mother's Day Event....

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you!

@TheNervousKnitter 4 жыл бұрын

❤

@anna-katehowell9852 4 жыл бұрын

:O Game. Changer.

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

thanks!

@annalumpkin1415 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Marly! This is very helpful. Thank you so much! Can you let me know what I do at the end of the row? Do I go into the last chain (last v)?

@sydneycollins4082 3 жыл бұрын

Do you also have a video for a half double chainless start, or could you make one? Watching this video is great for both single and double crochet starting, but now I'm curious about half double... Thank you so much!

@SalinasCountry 3 жыл бұрын

Love this! Tired of the look of the ch 3 - especially on squares where it is really noticeable!

@galeh6904 3 ай бұрын

I've been doing this recently and loving my edges. For how many eons did we chain 3 before someone said - hey, there's a better way? For people like me, I think we were simply people who follow the rules. I'm amazed by how many times in my life I've said, "I didn't know we were allowed to do that." 😅😅

@sarahmatthews2737 4 жыл бұрын

Did you make the scarf you are wearing in this video!? It’s gorgeous and I would love to know where I can get that pattern!

@hazelfujimoto138 4 жыл бұрын

I love this and will try this on my next project. Could you use this on a straight end?

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

absolutely. You can use it whenever you need to start with a dc. Or add one more to the stack and you got a treble crochet ;)

@MyMaxKitty Жыл бұрын

I usually just disregard the chains and not count them as a stitch, even if a pattern says differently. I'll have to give this a try to see how it looks for me!

@ritatannehill7487 4 жыл бұрын

Love the shawl you have on! What pattern is this?

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ZrueiJSBq5nJpaM.html

@kellydavis2419 4 жыл бұрын

What is that gorgeous yarn?

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

colorscape by redheart

@avrilcrisp5725 4 жыл бұрын

I have been doing this since I started crochet as I hate that chain three start, especially if you are adding an edging such as a blanket.

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

me too

@Scorpio_Love_11 4 жыл бұрын

I always use this can’t stand the holes

@mariacera453 Жыл бұрын

Por favor traducir al español

@hazeluzzell 4 жыл бұрын

I call that a ‘standing’ double crochet.

@MarlyBird 4 жыл бұрын

I've heard it called a bunch of different things but I've called it a stacked double crochet. The name really doesn't matter as long as you know how to do it :-)