craftmastery's video: Crochet instructions - Reply how to start a Poncho

http://www.craftmastery.com/crochet/crochet-instructions This is what I've been asked to help to get started. "hello, i'm learning how to crochet, there is this pattern that i would like to try but i don't get it. how to start GAUGE 7 sts and 4 rnds to 4" in dc using size P (11.5mm) hook and 2 strands of yarn held tog. TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE. SHELL STITCH (2 dc, ch 2, 2 dc) into next st. Notes 1)Use two strands of yarn held tog throughout. 2) Poncho is worked in the round from neck down. 3) Joining of rnds is at right shoulder. PONCHO With 2 strands held tog, ch 40 (44, 48), join with sl st to first ch, being sure not to twist ch. Ch 1, turn could you do a clip to show me how??"