Learn how to make this variation of the half double crochet: the linked half double crochet!
The linked half double crochet creates a denser fabric than one worked with half double crochets and it works up just as fast because the stitches are the same height.
The fabric has no gaps between the stitches, all the edges are neat and straight, and the horizontal bar along the rows give it extra texture and detail! Follow the written instructions or the video tutorial below!
Linked Half Double Crochet – Middle of the Row
- Insert your hook under the horizontal bar in the middle of the previous stitch;
- Yarn over and pull up a loop;
- Insert your hook into the next stitch;
- Yarn over and pull up a loop;
- Yarn over;
- Pull the yarn through all three loops on the hook;
- Repeat from the beginning to the end of the row.
Linked Half Double Crochet – Beginning of the Row
- Chain 2 and turn your work;
- Insert your hook into the second chain from the hook;
- Yarn over and pull up a loop;
- Insert your hook into the first stitch of the row;
- Yarn over and pull up a loop;
- Yarn over;
- Pull the yarn through all three loops on the hook;
- Work linked half double crochets to the end of the row following the steps for the middle of the row.
Watch the Video Tutorial
A great stitch to learn!