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How to crochet a half double crochet (hdc) US / half treble crochet (htr) UK

In this DROPS video we show how you can crochet a half double crochet (hdc) US / half treble crochet (dtr) UK.

Wrap the yarn round the crochet hook. Insert the hook in next stitch and wrap the yarn round the hook. Pull the yarn through, leaving 3 loops on your hook. Wrap the yarn round the hook and pull through all 3 loops.

You must read the pattern to be able to follow. You’ll find patterns where this technique is used by clicking on the pictures below.

Patterns using this technique

DROPS Extra 0-1637

DROPS Extra 0-1637
DROPS Extra 0-1642

DROPS Extra 0-1642
DROPS Extra 0-1633

DROPS Extra 0-1633
DROPS Extra 0-1632

DROPS Extra 0-1632
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Video #25, listed in: Crochet Videos, Learn to crochet, Crochet stitches, Basic crochet stitches

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