How to Herringbone Half Double Crochet (HHDC)
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I’m always looking for ways to step up my crochet game, and this may be it, friends! Add a new stitch to your crochet arsenal using this Herringbone Half Double Crochet video tutorial.
Herringbone Half Double Crochet
The Herringbone Half Double (HHDC) is a beautiful variation of the Half Double Crochet. In fact, there is just one slight alteration that distinguishes the half double from the herringbone half double.
For some reason adding in the word “herringbone” felt intimidating to me at first. Funny how some of the hardest sounding stitches are some of the easiest – and certainly the prettiest! I just love this stitch, to me the fabric feels looser or more “squishy” compared to the regular Half Double Crochet.
When using Herringbone Half Double Crochet (HHDC), you’ll start just like you would with regular half double crochet. The difference is in the first loop’s pull-through.
See the video tutorial for this stitch below…
To make the HHDC stitch:
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1. Yarn over, insert hook into next stitch and pull up a loop (3 loops on hook)
2. Pull first loop straight through the second (similar to a slip stitch)
3. Yarn over, pull through two remaining loops on hook.
That’s it! How easy is that, and what a fun texture it creates!
Herringbone Half Double Crochet Video Tutorial
Ready to work with new stitch? Here are some other patterns that could be easily adapted using this HHDC tutorial:
Patriotic Mason Jar Covers Crochet Pattern
12 Month Infant Hoodie Free Crochet Pattern
Seatbelt Cover Free Crochet Pattern
Cozy Classroom Cardigan Crochet Pattern Size 4/5T
So I recently started crocheting, and I don’t know how it happened but it turns out I have been doing this stitch for double crochet the whole time I’ve been looking everywhere to see what it is. It’s beautiful but it has made my V stitches and granny stitches not quite right
I found out yesterday I’ve been doing it wrong and I started calling it the Hannah Half Double Crochet, but herringbone works too
Hi, I’m just wondering where the pattern is for the herringbone socks? Is there a video or a written pattern?
Love your site, I’ve learned alot. Your instructions are so easy to understand. Thank you
Do you have video instructions on how to work into that first ch with hhdc? I’m new at this!!
I love your site! You give great instructions! I signed up for your emails and am anxious to try some of your patterns. Thank you.
Welcome Marcia! I hope you enjoy all that you find here!
Wanted to learn the hbhdc glad I found your site and you did a great job of showing me how to do it. I’m making men’s hats for Christmas and that stitch is perfect thank you so much
Hi Jean! I am glad you found my tutorial helpful! Happy Crocheting!
Hi.
I would like to make Afghan, but I don’t know how to start it.could you help me.
How would I start a Alghan! please
Hi. I’m starting to make the cowl using the hhdc and I wonder if I need to chain when starting the next row? The directions don’t say to do that but I’m asking before I start.
Thanks
Hi Mary! No, this pattern is worked in a spiral so there is no need to chain up for a new row.
This was so well written and explained that this gal, a whole 2 months into self teaching myself crochet, managed it right away. I made an adorable beanie today and I love how it worked up
I love herring bone stitch in the tutorial.
I really enjoy your patterns. Very easy to follow and they are spot on with the counts. Thank you!
Hi Tracy! I am so glad you are enjoying my patterns!
Really appreciate tips and patterns. Which yarn winder is shown and where did you purchase?
Thank you, I think I will enjoy your site!!
Hello Ashlea, just want to take a moment to say hello and thank you for accepting me into your community of crocheting, I really the simplicity of your instructions and how beautifully the garments turns out! I look forward to seeing your next creation.
Thank you for another simple to understand video. What yarn are you using. It is pretty…
Your videos are the best.
Thank you Sally!