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The Extended Half Double Crochet (EHDC)

By Johnny Vasquez In Abbreviations

Stitch Description

The Extended Half Double Crochet Stitch is a variation of the Half Double Crochet, but we add an additional step in the process of making the Half Double Crochet that gives more height to the stitch, and a different texture.

Video Tutorial

Abbreviations

Stitch Details

Skill Level
Easy

Row Count

Pattern Repeat

Stitch Characteristics

technique

Pattern Instructions

Step 1: Yarn over hook.
Step 2: Insert hook from front to back through stitch to be worked.
Step 3: Yarn over hook.
Step 4: Draw loop through fabric.
Step 5: Yarn over and draw through first loop only, forming a chain stitch.
Step 6: Yarn over and draw through remaining loops on hook.

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Johnny Vasquez

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Johnny is the founder of New Stitch a Day and Head Honcho at Knitiversity. Since 2011 he's helped millions of people become Fearless Knitters though his tutorials, patterns, classes, and books. When he's not knitting he likes to play his baritone ukulele, hangout at speakeasy bars, and discuss movies with friends. He currently lives in Estonia with his wife and 3 kids.