Crochet Multiple DC Rows

You are passionate about crochet work, but you’re tired of working only with single crochet stitches. You want to try something new, perhaps techniques that allow you to work multiple rows at the same time.

Today, I will show you how to do this using the Tunisian crochet technique, and how to work 2, 3, or more rows of double crochet simultaneously.

Once you learn this new method for starting multiple rows of double crochet at once, you’ll find it hard to go back to the traditional way of working one row at a time. I’ll provide a guide on how to work 2 rows of double crochet at the same time, and I will also explain how to start even more rows simultaneously.

To achieve this kind of stitch, I recommend using a twisted yarn to better understand the process.

For starting 5-6 rows at once, I suggest using a Tunisian crochet hook. For 2, 3, or 4 rows at the same time, a standard crochet hook works perfectly. Use a medium-weight yarn (worsted) and a hook between 4 and 5 mm.

Symbols used in the description: Symbols of US terminology

ch: chain stitch
sl st: slip stitch
hdc: half double crochet
xR dc st: repetition of rows of single crochet stitches (sc) at the same height
2R dc st: two rows of single crochet stitches worked simultaneously (or in sequence)
3R dc st: three rows of single crochet stitches worked simultaneously (or in sequence)
4Rdc st:4 rows of double crochet stitches simultaneously
5Rdc st:5 rows of double crochet stitches simultaneously.

How to make -2R dc st

Start by creating an odd number of foundation chains.

Work row 1 by alternating between slip stitches and half double crochets (hdc). Finish this row with a slip stitch .

With row 2 we will see how to work 2 R dc st- two rows of double crochet stitches simultaneously.
ch5: Chain 5
Insert the hook into the third chain, yarn over, and pull through.
Insert the hook into the first stitch of the previous row, yarn over, and pull through.
Close two loops at a time until only one loop remains on the hook.
Repeat by going with the yarn through the two overlapping stitches.

Row 3 work same as row 1
Row 4-repeat row 2

How to make the 3Rdc st

Ch8: Chain 8
YO (yarn over) and skip 2 stitches.
In the third stitch, insert the hook and pull through a loop.
YO, skip 2 more stitches, and in the third stitch, insert the hook and pull through a loop.
YO,Insert the hook on the first sts on the previous row,pull through a loop
Close the loops:
Close 2 loops at a time repeatedly until 1 loop remains on the hook.
Repeat the process by working the yarn through the two overlapping stitches.

How to make the 4Rdc st

Ch11: Chain 11.
Skip 2 loops, then insert the hook into the third chain, yarn over, and pull through.
Skip 2 more loops, then insert the hook into the third chain again, yarn over, and pull through.
Skip 2 additional loops, then insert the hook into the third chain, yarn over, and pull through.
Insert the hook into the first stitch of the previous row, yarn over, and pull through.
Close two loops at a time until only one loop remains on the hook.
Work four rows of double crochet stitches simultaneously.
Repeat the process by working the yarn through the two overlapping stitches.

How to make the 5Rdc st

Ch14: Chain 14
Skip 2 loops, then insert the hook into the third chain, yarn over, and pull through.
Skip 2 more loops, then insert the hook into the third chain again, yarn over, and pull through.
Skip 2 additional loops, then insert the hook into the third chain, yarn over, and pull through.
Skip 2 more loops, then insert the hook into the third chain, yarn over, and pull through.
Insert the hook into the first stitch of the previous row, yarn over, and pull through.
Close two loops at a time until only one loop remains on the hook
Repeat the process by working the yarn through the two overlapping stitches.

If you want to work even more rows at the same time, here is a simple guide on how to start each row:
For 6R dc st – start the row with 17 chain stitches
For 7R dc st – 20 chain stitches
For 8R dc st – 23 chain stitches
For 9R dc st – 26 chain stitches
For 10R dc st – 29 chain stitches

Note: for each additional row, start with 3 chain stitches, and for the last row, only 2 chain stitches.

If you’d like to see the video tutorial on how to make the stitch, here is the link:

2R dc st-https://youtu.be/pH2GotWWjzM?si=sQj0kg9h3D-SRiBR

3R dc st- https://youtu.be/xhECc9PYejo?si=VWuUH23s7f7RZY13

Please remember that this pattern cannot be sold in any form.

I am happy if you create garments using this crochet stitch and would appreciate it if you tag me in your work!