If you have a project that starts with only double crochet stitches, you can skip that long foundation chain with this chainless method. You will find the step-by-step tutorial in the video below.

Abbreviation: FDC

Other advantages of the foundation double crochet are:

  • It creates a nicer edge
  • It is more stretchy than a foundation chain

How to crochet the Foundation Double Crochet

Do you want to learn another crochet stitch? Click HERE for an overview of all crochet stitches.