Learn how to work 2 Half Double Crochet in the same stitch to create an easy increase in your crochet projects. In this tutorial by CrochetApp, you’ll see exactly how to make two half double crochet stitches in one stitch. Follow along step by step and practice this essential crochet technique with confidence.
2 Half Double Crochet in the Same Stitch (2 HDC in Next Stitch)
Working 2 half double crochet stitches into the same stitch creates an increase. This technique adds one extra stitch to your stitch count and is commonly used to shape or widen your crochet fabric.
Instructions:
- Yarn over and insert your hook into the next stitch.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop.
- Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on the hook to complete the first half double crochet.
- Yarn over and insert your hook into the same stitch.
- Yarn over and pull up a loop.
- Yarn over and pull through all 3 loops on the hook to complete the second half double crochet.
You have now worked 2 half double crochet stitches in the same stitch.
