Treble Stitch

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 The treble crochet (often called the triple crochet) is one of the tallest basic crochet stitches. Abbreviated as tr (or tc) in US terminology, it is ideal for creating airy, open fabrics like lace, shawls, and blankets. It is worked by yarning over twice before inserting your hook. [1, 2, 3]




The Steps (US Terminology)
  1. Yarn over twice: Wrap the yarn over your hook two times.
  2. Insert hook: Insert your hook into the next designated stitch or chain.
  3. Pull up a loop: Yarn over once more and pull a loop up through the stitch. You should now have four loops on your hook.
  4. Pull through two loops: Yarn over and pull through the first two loops on your hook (three loops remain).
  5. Repeat: Yarn over and pull through the next two loops (two loops remain).
  6. Finish: Yarn over one last time and pull through the remaining two loops. You are left with a single loop on your hook, completing one treble crochet. [2, 3, 4]
Starting a New Row

If you are beginning a new row of treble crochet, you will need to add turning chains to match the height of the stitch:
  • Chain 4: Many patterns require you to chain 4 to start a new row. This chain usually counts as your first stitch, meaning you will work your first actual treble crochet into the second stitch of the row.
  • Chain 3: Alternatively, you can chain 3 to start a row. In this case, the chain does not count as a stitch, and you work your first treble crochet into the very first stitch of the row. [3]
A Note on Terminology

Always check whether your pattern uses US or UK terminology.
  • A US Treble Crochet (tr) is equivalent to a UK Triple Crochet.
  • A UK Treble Crochet is equivalent to a US Double Crochet. [4, 7]



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