How to Half Double Crochet Stitch

Introduction to Half Double Crochet Stitch

The crochet half double stitch is an essential technique in crocheting that creates a slightly taller fabric than the single crochet stitch. To make this stitch, you yarn over, insert your hook into the next stitch, yarn over again, and pull through both loops on the hook.

It's like wrapping your yarn in a cozy hug! This stitch is versatile and can be used for a variety of projects, from blankets to scarves. So grab your hook, yarn, and let's get crocheting together to create some beautiful masterpieces with the lovely half double stitch!

Understanding the Half Double Crochet Stitch

A half-double crochet stitch is very similar to a double crochet stitch, but it does have some differences.

The half double crochet stitch starts the same as the double crochet stitch with a yarn over, but instead of pulling through loops several times, the yarn is pulled through all three loops at once.

How to Make a Half Double Crochet (HDC)

Here is how to make an HDC:

1. Yarn over the hook and insert the hook from the front to the back of a designated stitch or space.
2. Then yarn over the hook to pick up a loop as you pull the hook back through the designated stitch or space. There will be three loops on the hook.
3. Next, yarn over the hook to pick up another loop as you draw the hook back through all three loops on the hook to leave one loop on the hook.

Starting a New Round or Row

When starting a new round or row, you will need to make two chain stitches; this is called a turning chain, to start the new round or row. This will ensure that the start is an even height to the half-double crochet stitches.

Does The Turning Chain Count As A Stitch?

Depending on the pattern, a turning chain may or may not be counted as a stitch.

Half Double Crochet Stitch - Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1 - Yarn over (wrap the yarn around your hook from back to front).

Step 2 - Insert the hook into the third chain from the hook (or the stitch you want to work into).

Step 3 - Yarn over again and draw the yarn through the chain (or stitch).

Step 4 - You should now have three loops on your hook.

Step 5 - Yarn over again and draw the yarn through all three loops.

Step 6 - Now you should have one loop on the hook.

That's it! You've made a half-double crochet stitch. Repeat steps 1-6 to make more stitches.

When you come to the end of the row, chain 2 (this may or may not be counted as an HDC in a pattern), turn your work, and continue on with the pattern.