The Herringbone Half Double Crochet Stitch (h-hdc)

The herringbone half double crochet stitch (often abbreviated as hhdc, hbhdc, or h-hdc) is a fun variation on the traditional half double crochet (hdc) stitch. With just one small change, you can makes a fun texture that gives an entirely different look to your piece and adds more dimension to whatever you are making.

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The h-hdc makes an appearance in my Rustic Summer pattern collection. What’s particularly fun is this stitch gives very different looks when done in the round (such as in the Rustic Summer Market Bag or Cup Cozies) versus in turned rows (such as the Rustic Summer Tee or Shawl).

So if you are looking to level up your half double crochets, keep reading!

The Herringbone Half Double Crochet (h-hdc) Stitch Tutorial:

For this tutorial, I am using Dishie yarn, which is a worsted cotton yarn from WeCrochet and a 4.5mm crochet hook.

To perform the h-hdc, yarn over, insert your hook into your stitch and pull up a loop. There will be 3 loops on your hook.

Now, without yarning over, pull the first loop through the second. This is what makes this stitch different than a typical hdc.

Then, yarn over and pull through the remaining 2 loops.

That’s it! You’ve completed the stitch.

If you are more of a visual person, check out the video below to see it being done.

If you are used to a standard half double crochet, it can take a little bit of time to get used to pulling that first loop through the second (and in my experience, tire your wrist out more quickly when working), but the texture it makes is definitely worth it in the end.

Ready to practice the stitch? Check out these patterns that use it! Happy stitching!