How to work horizontal lines of half-double crochets (back and forth)

In this DROPS video we show you how to work horizontal lines/stripes with half-double crochets back and forth. The textured pattern is called Rib/Ribbing/English rib and there are many variations.


BEFORE THE VIDEO STARTS:
The pattern creates horizontal lines. We have worked a row of chain stitches to the required length, plus 2 chain stitches. Work 1 half-double crochet in the 3rd chain stitch from the hook, then work 1 half-treble crochet in each chain stitch to the end of the row. Now work textured pattern (pattern stitches) as shown in the video and described below. We have already worked a few cm of the textured pattern.

THE VIDEO SHOWS:
Turn the piece, work 2 chain stitches. Then work PATTERN STITCHES as follows: Work 1 half-double crochet, but instead of working through the 2 stitch-loops at the top of the stitch, work though the stitch-loop just below these 2 stitch loops. To make crocheting simpler, fold the half-double crochets slightly backwards so it is easier to work through the stitch-loop below, work the half-double crochet in this stitch-loop.
Work 1 pattern stitch in each half-double crochet to the end of the row. Turn the piece, work 2 chain stitches, then work pattern stitches to the end of the row.