Double Strand Yarn Join

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While I often use the Russian join to add yarn, the Double Strand Yarn Join is always my favorite, because it requires no special tools, and doesn’t take you out of the rhythm of your crocheting.

This way of joining new yarn in crochet works really well together with my locked loop ends method to tack the tails down.

You can learn the double strand yarn join in my video tutorial here on this page!

Supplies You’ll Need

A crochet hook of your choice for your project. Pictured in my video is my all-time favorite hook: the Furls Streamline Metal (in size H 5.0mm.) If you have any sort of hand pain like carpal tunnel, I highly recommend trying these hooks! You can get them here from Furls Crochet.

Scrap yarn of your choice. In the video, I’m using a worsted weight wool and acrylic blend yarn from Paintbox Yarns called Paintbox Wool Mix Aran. I love this yarn’s range of colors so much! Plus it’s so warm, soft, and durable. You can get it here at Love Crafts.

You’ll also need a yarn needle and scissors. Also shown in the video is my Furls needle case. It’s not necessary, but I always carry it in my project bag! They’re super popular, so sometimes they get sold out. If they’re currently available, you’d find them on this page here.

Video: Learn the Double Strand Yarn Join

Start when you have just a few stitches worth of yarn left- you’ll need enough for 2 stitches, plus extra for a tail if you’re using slippery yarn, or want extra secure ends.

Take the end of your new yarn, and leave about a 4″ tail. Tuck it up against your working loop with your working yarn, and secure it with your thumb.

Work a stitch as normal, making sure to keep both strands together, and going slow to make sure you catch both strands.

If you’re using tall stitches, complete an extra half stitch to bring the old strand of yarn down to the level of your stitches.

Leave your yarn tails loose to trim off or sew down later, or if you’d like, you can also use the Locked Loop Ends method to work them in securely.

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