In this free step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the extended half double crochet. This stitch is a solid crochet stitch. It is also a reversible crochet stitch that looks the same on both sides. It creates dense, durable fabric and works great for potholders, washcloths, blankets, scarves, cardigans, and other projects that need warmth, structure, and durability.
This crochet stitch tutorial includes detailed photo instructions. The extended half double crochet is a variation of the half double crochet and works up pretty fast.
Materials and tools
Yarn: For this tutorial I use Hjertegarn DIAMOND mercerized cotton 100% 8/4 50 g yarn, color: 3304 (lilac). However, you can use your favorite yarn depending on the crochet project.
Hook: I use a 2.0 mm hook. If you are using a different yarn, choose the hook size that is recommended on your yarn label.
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Photo instructions for the extended half double crochet
Row 1
1. Start by chaining any number of chains. You will start working in the fourth chain from your hook.
2. So, yarn over.
3. Insert your hook in the fourth chain from your hook.
4. Yarn over.
5. Pull the yarn through. Now you have three loops on your hook.
6. Yarn over.
7. Pull the yarn through the first loop on your hook. Now you have three loops on your hook.
8. Yarn over.
9. Pull the yarn through all three loops on your hook. You have just made the extended half double crochet!
10. Then make another one in the next stitch.
11. Continue working in every stitch until the end of the row.
12. At the end of the row chain two.
Row 2
13. Turn your work around. Chain two does not count as a stitch, so you will start working in the very first stitch.
14. So, make an extended half double crochet in the first stitch.
15. Continue working in every stitch until the end of the row.
16. The last stitch should be made in the turning chain three of the previous row (for the rest of the pattern you will not work in the turning chain).
Row 3
17. For the rest of the pattern repeat row 2. At the end of each row remember not to work in the turning chain.
Finished extended half double crochet
18. Done!
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