3HDC,HDC Alternative Rows

By Stoutomaster on Sat, 04/12/2025 - 09:13
Crochet stitch pattern diagram for 3HDC, HDC Alternative Rows Stitch Diagram

There are lots of fun patterns and textures you can create just by alternating where and how you place your stitches.This hdc stitch pattern features a combination of 3 x Half Double Crochet Stitches.

Stitch Pattern

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20 Beautiful Crochet Blanket Stitch Patterns Using Half Double Crochet

By Stoutomaster on Sat, 04/12/2025 - 08:51
20 half double crochet stitch patterns and diagrams

Whether you're planning your next cozy throw or starting your first crochet blanket, choosing the right stitch makes all the difference. That’s why we’ve put together a special Crochet Pattern StitchBook featuring 20 creative half double crochet stitch patterns, each one ideal for making blankets of any size.

The half double crochet (hdc) stitch is a favorite among crocheters for its balance, versatility, and soft texture. It’s quicker than a single crochet, yet tighter and neater than a double crochet, making it just right for building beautiful, durable blankets.

Free Online Pattern

Step by step

Stitches

  • bet = between
  • nxt = next
  • ch = chain
  • hdc = half double crochet
  • sk = skip 
  • st = single stitch
  • st(s) = multiple stitches
  • sp = space 
  • 3hdc = 3 x hdc sts in same stitch

Row 1 : ch2, skip 1hdc st,* 3hdc into the next st, sk2 sts, repeat from * until the end of the row., sk the second last hdc st of row , 1hdc in last st.

Row 2 : ch2, * 1hdc into each of the 3hdc sts, repeat from * until the end of the row., 1hdc into last st.

Repeat rows 1 + 2 for the remainder of the blanket length.