Textured & Plain

The Back and Front Loop Half Double Crochet :: Crochet Stitch #136

Example of the Back and Front Loop Half Double Crochet

About this Stitch Pattern

This crochet tutorial will help you learn how to crochet the Back and Front Loop Half Double Crochet stitch. It creates a simple textured design. The Back and Front Loop Half Double Crochet stitch would be great for hats, blanket, and socks!

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Techniques Used In This Stitch Pattern

ch
Chain Stitch
hdc
Half Double Crochet

Stitch Pattern Details

Skill Level

Intermediate

Row Count

1

Stitch Repeat

Multiple of 2

Stitch Pattern Instructions

Foundation Chain:Multiple of 2

  • Row 1: Skip 2ch (count as 1hdc), 1hdc into next and each ch to end, turn.
  • Row 2: 2ch (counts as 1hdc), skip 1 st, *1hdc into back loop only of next st, 1hdc into front loop only of next st; rep from * ending 1hdc into top of tch, turn.

    • Repeat row 2 until you have reached your desired length.

Stitch Pattern Swatch Photos

Example of the Front and Back Loop Half Double Crochet
Example of the Front and Back Loop Half Double Crochet (Click for Larger)

Stitch Pattern Characteristics