Half Double Crochet Decrease Crochet Patterns

The half double crochet decrease stitch (hdc dec), also known as the half double crochet two together (hdc2tog), is a technique used in crochet to decrease the number of stitches in a row or round. It is similar to the half double crochet stitch, but instead of working into a single stitch, you will work into two stitches at the same time.

These are our free crochet patterns using the half double crochet decrease stitch.

Free Crochet Patterns using the Half Double Crochet Decrease Stitch

These free crochet patterns were all created using various yarn types, brands and hook sizes... but all use the Half Double Crochet Decrease crochet stitch.

Rainbow Sherbet Ripple Baby Blanket

Rainbow Sherbet Ripple Baby Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Softee Baby,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
  • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Decrease,
  • Color: Variegated,
Cute Unicorn Slippers

Cute Unicorn Slippers

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
  • Hook Size: 3.5 mm (E-4),
  • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Decrease, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
  • Color: White,
Ombre Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern

Ombre Ripple Crochet Blanket Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
  • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Decrease,
  • Color: Blue,