Learn to Crochet The Half Double Crochet - Beginner Lesson

"Learn to Crochet the Basics! Learn the half double crochet stitch with this easy to follow written and photo tutorial. This beginner's guide covers common written direction language and the stitch symbol used in stitch diagrams. This stitch is a basic stitch recommended for all beginners to learn. It is simple and creates a thick texture that is slightly taller than the single crochet. Grab some worsted weight yarn and size H8 or I9 crochet hook for this lesson."

Crochet HookH/8 or 5 mm hook, I/9 or 5.5 mm hook

Yarn Weight(4) Medium Weight/Worsted Weight and Aran (16-20 stitches to 4 inches)

Crochet GaugeNo Gauge is essential for this tutorial.

Finished Sizepractice swatch - no finished size

Materials List

• small amount of worsted weight yarn
• size H8 or I9 crochet hook