What is the standard abbreivation for the Half Double Crochet crochet stitch?

The US standard abbreviation for the Half Double Crochet crochet stitch is hdc.

Half Double Crochet Stitch Patterns

The half double crochet stitch, or hdc, is similar to the double stitch, but with a slight difference. You can master this stitch with our tutorial and video. All of these free patterns feature the half double crochet stitch.

Free Crochet Patterns using the Half Double Crochet Stitch

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

Little Jellyfish Crochet Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
- Hook Size: 2mm,
- Stitches: Front Loop Single Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop, Single Crochet Two Together, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Yellow,
Abbey Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Among Us Monster Crochet Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: 24/7 Cotton,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1),
- Stitches: Front Loop Single Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
Chloe Tabard Top
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
- Yarn Name: Brava Worsted,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Gray,
Crochet A Christmas Tree Garland
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Hook Size: 3.5 mm (E-4),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Green, Neutral,
Knit-Like Crochet Scarf
Free Crochet Pattern
- Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
- Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop,
- Color: Gray,
Herringbone Moss Stitch Hat
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Green, Neutral,
Free Crochet Sunflower Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Heartland, Skein Tones,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Bobble, Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
- Color: Brown, Yellow,
The Kimberly Scarf
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Caron Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Simply Soft,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Neutral,
Peek-A-Boo Beanie
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Caron Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Simply Soft,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Peek-A-Boo Scarf
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Caron Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Simply Soft,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Sedge Stitch Crochet
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Basic Stitch Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Neutral,
Cute Tiger Crochet Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
- Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Brown, Orange, White,
Rainbow Double Dot Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
- Yarn Name: Super Saver,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Bobble, Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Variegated,
Half Double Crochet Forest Stitch
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Basic Stitch Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Neutral,
Billow Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
Little Angels Crochet Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Black, Brown, White,
Crochet Kitchen Towel Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
- Yarn Name: Dishie,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Gray, White,
Crochet Laptop Case
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Vel-Luxe Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
Textured Crochet Neck Warmer Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Feels Like Heaven,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
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,
Primrose Stitch Baby Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Bernat,
- Yarn Name: Bundle Up,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F-5),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
Crochet Easy Cowl
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Orange,
Stained Glass Ear Warmer
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
- Yarn Name: Unforgettable,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Variegated,
Pink Clouds Baby Blanket
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Bernat,
- Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
- Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Triple Crochet,
- Color: Pink, White,
Easy V Stitch Crochet Scarf
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Mandala,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Variegated,
Easy Beginner Crochet Coaster Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Bernat,
- Yarn Name: Maker Home Dec,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
- Color: Neutral, White,
Mini Fluffy Hot Water Bottle Cover
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 8 mm (L-11),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Neutral,
Mint Crochet Cable Scarf Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Stylecraft,
- Yarn Name: Swish DK,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Green,
Chunky Crochet Scarf
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
- Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop,
- Color: White,
Crochet Slouchy Beanie
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 1. Basic,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Comfy Cotton Blend,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop, Single Crochet,
- Color: Variegated,
Classic Ribbed Men’s Crochet Scarf
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
- Yarn Name: Hue + Me,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 8 mm (L-11),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Green,
Weston Bobble Hat
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Widcombe C2C Crochet Hat
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
- Yarn Name: Wool of the Andes Worsted,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Black, White,
Modern Square Crochet Blanket Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Patons,
- Yarn Name: Beehive Baby Sport,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop,
- Color: Gray,
Cowl Neck Poncho Sweater
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop, Moss / Linen, Single Crochet,
- Color: Blue,
Bat Scrubby
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
- Yarn Name: Scrubby,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Christmas Ornaments: Elf, Santa, Reindeer and Cupcake
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
- Hook Size: 2.75 mm (C-2),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Green, Red, Yellow,
Waves Of Emotions Cowl
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
- Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K-10.5),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
- Color: Green,
C2C Crochet (Corner to Corner) for Beginners: Video + Photos
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
Bobble Crochet Baby Blanket (7 Sizes)
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Bernat,
- Yarn Name: Softee Baby,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
- Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
- Stitches: Bobble, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Pink,
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,
Walcot Beanie Crochet Pattern
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
- Yarn Name: Brava Worsted,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9), 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
- Color: Gray,
Pug Puppy Sweater
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
- Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F-5), 4 mm (G-6),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
Hawthorne V Neck Tee
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
- Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet,
- Color: Gray,
WUA Simple Crochet Rectangle #5
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Simply Chunky,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop,
- Color: Yellow,
Warm Up America Crochet Rectangle #2
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
- Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
- Yarn Name: Simply Chunky,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
- Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
- Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop,
- Color: Blue,
Crochet Mason Jar Covers
Free Crochet Pattern
- Skill Level: 2. Easy,
- Yarn Brand: Yarnspirations,
- Yarn Name: Lily Sugar’n Cream,
- Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
- Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
- Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,