Basic Stitches Beginner
Half Double Crochet (hdc)
A stitch that is halfway between the height of a single crochet and a double crochet, creating a thick, solid fabric.
The half double crochet is a versatile stitch that offers more height than a single crochet but results in a denser fabric than a double crochet. It is particularly popular for hats, scarves, and sweaters.
How to do it
- Yarn Over: Wrap the yarn around the hook.
- Insert Hook: Push the hook into the next stitch.
- Yarn Over & Pull Up: Wrap the yarn again and pull a loop through the stitch (3 loops on hook).
- Yarn Over & Pull Through All: Wrap the yarn once more and pull it through all three loops on your hook at once.
Visual Difference
Unlike other basic stitches, the hdc has a “third loop” that sits behind the top V of the stitch. Working into this third loop is a common technique used to create a knitted-ribbing effect.