The bpdc crochet stitch or back post double crochet stitch is a wonderfully textured and versatile stitch, perfect for creating patterns and interest in all sorts of crochet designs. Learn how in our step by step crochet tutorial!
Once you have mastered this stitch, you’ll be ready to check out this crochet leaf beanie pattern and the matching crochet fingerless gloves pattern, which both use this stitch to create a wonderful trailing leaves design!
In this tutorial, Iāll show you how to back post double crochet, step by step. We’ll use pictures to show all of the steps, and there’s also a video tutorial to help with any tricky bits.
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I use the back post double crochet along with it’s friend the front post double crochet in my trailing leaves stitch pattern, which I have a full tutorial for too!
What are Crochet Post Stitches?
There are two different ways to make a post stitch: the front post and the back post. This tutorial is all about the back post, and we will be specifically focussing on the US back post double crochet (bpdc). In UK terms, this is the back post treble crochet (bptr).
The Back Post Double Crochet (fpdc) is a versatile stitch that adds depth and texture to crochet projects. Instead of working into the top loops like a standard double crochet, the bpdc is worked around the post of the stitch from the previous row, creating a raised effect. This technique is commonly used in ribbing, cables, and intricate textured patterns.
The only difference between a back post and front post double crochet is how you insert your hook around the post of the stitch.
How to Crochet the Back Post Double Crochet
Before we dive into a step by step photo tutorial, let’s have a quick look at the steps used to make a back post double crochet stitch.
- Yarn over.
- Going from back to front to back again, insert your hook around the post of the stitch below.
- Yarn over.
- Pull the loop back around the post.
- Yarn over and pull through two.
- Yarn over and pull through the remaining two loops on your hook to complete.
You will need
You can try this tutorial with any yarn and a corresponding hook. I used:
Paintbox Yarns Simply DK, 100% Acrylic, (276m/302yds, 100g/3.53oz)
Tapestry needle for working in ends
Stitch markers (optional)
Watch the Back Post Double Crochet Stitch Video Tutorial
If you prefer crocheting from a video tutorial, watch as I crochet the front post and back post double crochet stitches:
How to Do the Back Post Double Crochet? – Photo Tutorial
Before you start, you’ll need a foundation row to work your stitches into. Start with a chain of any multiple of 10 + 2. Make a double crochet in the 4th chain from the hook and each chain across. You’ll end up with a multiple of 10 double crochet stitches.
I would then recommend starting the next row with a chain 2. This counts as the first stitch.
This is how you make a back post double crochet:
- Wrap the yarn over your hook.
- Going from back to front to back again, insert your hook around the post of the stitch below. Note that you are working around the post of the stitch, not into the top of the stitch as you normally would!
- Wrap your yarn over your hook.
- Pull the loop back around the post. You now have 3 loops on your hook.
- Wrap your yarn around your hook.
- Pull through 2 of the loops on the hook.
- Wrap the yarn around the hook.
- Pull through the final 2 loops on the hook to complete your back post double crochet.
You can then continue working bpdc crochet stitches across your row to create a beautiful ridge, or why not try combining them with front post double crochet stitches like I have to create this trailing leaf stitch pattern.
Tips for Crocheting Post Stitches
- Keep your stitches nice and even.
- Pull up your stitches to their full height to avoid the stitches being too tight.
- Use stitch markers to help keep track of where you are using them in a stitch repeat.
- Take time to practice inserting your hook from back to front to back, as this can feel awkward to start with.
What next?
I hope you’ve enjoyed this tutorial, please do stick around and see what else you’d like to try on my website. You can find my other stitch tutorials here. You might like to try the extended half double crochet stitch.
Iām Gemma, a crochet tech editor, designer and overall crochet enthusiast. Iām also a mum of 3 kids, and enjoy running, reading, walking and crafting, but mostly crochet!
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I have lots of crochet stitch tutorials over on my YouTube channel so please do check them out. Here are some you might like:
- Crab stitch
- Double treble crochet stitches
- Even berry crochet stitch
- Stacked double crochet
- Crunch stitch
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- Tunisian Crochet Entrelac Temperature Shawl – try this unique shawl pattern to track the temperatures across a year.
- Snowdrops Mosaic Crochet Strip – have a go at this short mosaic crochet flower pattern, or why not turn it into a blanket.
- Christmas Wreath Crochet Pattern – quick, easy and fun with a woodland theme.
Thanks for reading and happy crocheting! š§¶
