How to Crochet: Front Post Double Crochet (FPdc) & Front Post Double Crochet Two Together (FPdc2tog) — US Terms

The Front Post Double Crochet (FPdc) and its decrease version, FPdc2tog, create raised textures and shaping in crochet projects. These stitches are commonly used in ribbing, cables, and other textured patterns.

Front Post Double Crochet (FPdc)

The FPdc is worked around the post of the stitch below, instead of into the top loops. This brings the stitch forward, creating a ridge.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Yarn Over (YO). Wrap yarn around your hook once.
  2. Insert Hook Around the Post. From front to back to front around the post of the stitch below.
  3. Yarn Over and Pull Up a Loop. You’ll have 3 loops on your hook.
  4. Complete the Double Crochet:
    • YO, pull through 2 loops (2 left).
    • YO, pull through the remaining 2 loops.
✨ Quick Tips:
– Alternate FPdc with bpdc for ribbing.
– Use FPdc for cables and raised designs.
– FPdc is taller than a single crochet — plan your stitch counts accordingly.

Front Post Double Crochet Two Together (FPdc2tog)

The FPdc2tog is a decrease stitch. It combines two FPdc stitches into one, reducing stitch count while keeping the front-post texture.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. YO. Wrap yarn around hook.
  2. Work the First FPdc (halfway).
    • Insert hook around the post of the first stitch.
    • YO, pull up a loop (3 loops on hook).
    • YO, pull through 2 loops (2 left on hook).
  3. Start the next FPdc.
    • YO, insert hook around the next post stitch.
    • YO, pull up a loop (4 loops on hook).
    • YO, pull through 2 loops (3 left).
  4. Finish the Decrease. YO, pull through all 3 loops on hook.
✨ Quick Tips:
– Use FPdc2tog to shape textured fabric without breaking the design.
– Great for narrowing cables and ribbing.
– Keep both posts even for a tidy decrease.