Learn how to treble crochet with my free step-by-step pattern and video tutorial in both right and left-handed versions. Treble Crochet (abbreviated as tr in crochet patterns), which is a US double crochet (abbreviated to dc in US crochet patterns) is a tall crochet stitch that creates a loose, open fabric. It is taller than both UK double and UK half treble crochet, making it ideal for lightweight projects, and quick work.
Whether you are a beginner or simply need a refresher on treble crochet you’ve come to the right place, as I’ll be teaching you how to master this stitch along with project inspiration using the UK treble crochet and more techniques to help improve your crochet skills.
Pattern Use Ideas
- Blankets
- Scarfs
- Sweaters
- Cardigans
Materials & Tools
- Yarn: You can use any weight yarn with the corresponding crochet hook. If you are a beginner I would recommend a DK (Double Knit) weight yarn or an Aran weight yarn. In the sample images, I have used Paintbox Cotton DK in colour Blush Pink
- Hook: You will need to look at your yarn label (also known as a yarn band) to see what size hook you will need. The instructions usually give you details for different measurements used around the world, Please watch the video below where I show you where to locate these details. You can also find a handy conversion chart here.
- Darning Needle
- Scissors
Pattern Notes
Written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below.
Skill Level: Beginner
Stitch Multiple: 1 + 3
Pattern Support
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Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this.
In this blog you will learn…
- How to work in rows
- How to correct your work
- How to fasten off
- How to start and end rows with confidence
- Treble Crochet project inspiration
Convert Pattern Terms
Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.
Terms & Abbreviations
Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
Treble crochet(s): tr(s):Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through the remaining two loops.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your crochet stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE.
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Absolute Beginners: Start Here
Before we get started you need to be familiar with the slip knot, it’s your personal preference getting your yarn onto your hook so I have 3 ways to help you…
Top tip! Start and end your crochet rows with confidence with this useful technique!
Free Crochet Pattern: Treble Crochet
You are viewing this pattern in UK terms.
Chain in a multiple of 1 plus 3
Row 1: tr in fourth ch from hook (skipped 3-ch counts as st), tr in each ch across. Turn.
Row 2: 3 ch (counts as st here and throughout), tr in each st across. Turn.
Rep Row 2 until desired height.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
Additional Help for Absolute Beginners: Step – by – Step
- To begin, we need to chain 12. Yarn over and pull through the loop that is on the hook. Do this 12 times to create 12 chains.
- For the treble crochet, you will need to work into the 3rd chain from the hook to start. The loop on the hook doesn’t count, so count 3 of the chains. We will be working into the top loop of the chain.
- Wrap your yarn around the hook and place your finger on the yarn that is wrapped
- Insert your hook into the third chain and pull through, this will look like 3 loops on the hook
- Put the yarn over your hook once again and pull through the first two loops on your hook, you will be left with two loops on your hook
- Yarn over again and pull through the remaining two loops on your hook
- You’ve now done your first treble crochet!
- To continue, put your hook into the next chain, yarn over and pull through, you will have 3 loops on your hook again
- Wrap your yarn around your hook, and pull through the first two loops on your hook
- Yarn over the hook once again and pull through the remaining two loops on your hook
- Repeat this until you get to the end of your row, count the posts, you should have 10 treble crochets.
Working in rows
- Chain two, for your turning chain and turn your work over
- We need to work into the next stitch along, so not the base of the chain. If you turn your work so you look at the top of it, you will see V’s, and that is what we will be working into
- Yarn over and insert your hook into the next stitch, it will look like you have a little V on your hook with another two loops underneath
- Yarn over and pull through, leaving you with 3 loops on your hook
- Yarn over, pull through two and again, yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops
- To do the next stitch, yarn over and insert your hook into the next stitch, again you’ll look like you have a V on your hook
- Yarn over and pull through, you should have three loops on your hook
- Yarn over, and pull through two loops and then yarn over once again and pull through the remaining two loops
- Repeat this until you get to the end of your row
The last stitch of the row
When you get to the last stitch of your row, you might be confused as it does look a little different.
Your last stitch will go into the turning chain from the previous row. You may have to pull it out slightly in order to get the hook in.
- Yarn over and go into the chain, yarn over and pull through, leaving you with 3 loops on your hook.
- Yarn over and pull through two loops and then finally, yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops on your hook.
It’s really important you count how many treble crochets you have done in each row, remembering not to count the chain two as a stitch. This will stop your work getting bigger and fanning out or getting smaller and becoming misshapen.
Repeat the row two instructions for your next row and continue your treble crochets.
Fastening off your yarn
- Yarn over, pull through and then pull up a loop
- Take your scissors and then leaving good amount of yarn, snip the yarn
- Pull out your hook and this will create a knot at the end of your work
- To sew in the loose end, thread up the yarn into a darning needle
- Weave in and out the fibres of your yarn.
- If you pull your yarn too tight, just pull the other end to pull the yarn back out a little and make sure your work is sitting properly.
- Go back the opposite way going into different fibres.
- Thirdly, go down or in the other direction, going through more fibres and hiding the yarn tail within the work.
- Take your scissors and snip off your yarn and then do exactly the same with the opposite yarn tail.
Video Tutorials
Right-handed
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Left-handed
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Crochet Stitch Library
If you love the treble crochet, have you tried the half treble and double treble.
Click below to explore the FREE stitch library.
Free Blanket Pattern
Do you want to turn your new skill into a beautiful colour block blanket? The By the Sea Blanket is the perfect project to enhance your new crochet skill.
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