Herringbone Half Double Crochet Patterns (HHDC)

The herringbone half double crochet, or hhdc is a beautiful stitch that creates a unique style on any crochet pattern. I have used this stitch a handful of times throughout my free patterns, and I hope you love the look of them as much as I do! You can learn more about this stitch in my tutorial video.

Free Crochet Patterns using the Herringbone Half Double Crochet Stitch

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

Herringbone Moss Sweater

Herringbone Moss Sweater

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
  • Yarn Name: Swish DK,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
  • Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Moss / Linen, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Gray, Green, White,
Herringbone Backpack

Herringbone Backpack

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
  • Yarn Name: Simply Aran,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
  • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Brown, Neutral,
Herringbone Dickie Cowl

Herringbone Dickie Cowl

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine,
  • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet,
  • Color: Pink,
Herringbone Moss Headband

Herringbone Moss Headband

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Hue + Me,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet,
Herringbone Moss Mittens

Herringbone Moss Mittens

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Brand: WeCrochet,
  • Yarn Name: Swish DK,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 3 – Light,
  • Hook Size: 4.5 mm (7),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Moss / Linen,
  • Color: Pink,
Neon Rainbow Striped Crochet Hat

Neon Rainbow Striped Crochet Hat

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Brand: Red Heart,
  • Yarn Name: Super Saver,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop,
  • Color: Variegated,
Easy Everyday Shrug

Easy Everyday Shrug

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Feels Like Butta,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet,
  • Color: Blue,
Chunky Crochet Ear Warmer Pattern

Chunky Crochet Ear Warmer Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Woolspun,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9), 6 mm (J-10),
  • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Herringbone Half Double Crochet,
  • Color: Orange,
Crochet Weighted Blanket using Bernat Blanket Extra

Crochet Weighted Blanket using Bernat Blanket Extra

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Extra,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 7 – Jumbo,
  • Hook Size: 15 mm (P/Q), 16 mm (Q),
  • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Herringbone Half Double Crochet,
  • Color: Brown, Neutral,
Falling In Striped Crochet Blanket Pattern

Falling In Striped Crochet Blanket Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Heartland,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet,
  • Color: Brown, Neutral,
Free Face Scrubby Crochet Pattern

Free Face Scrubby Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Pima Cotton,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 4 mm (G-6),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Pink,
How to Crochet a Star

How to Crochet a Star

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Knit Picks, WeCrochet,
  • Yarn Name: Brava Worsted,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F-5),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Gray, Yellow,
Two Triangle Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

Two Triangle Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Basic Stitch Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 6 mm (J-10),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Gray, White, Yellow,
Fall Herringbone Half Double Crochet Blanket Pattern

Fall Herringbone Half Double Crochet Blanket Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Vanna’s Choice,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 5.5 mm (I-9),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet,
  • Color: Orange, Red, Yellow,
Easy Crochet Spike Stitch Dishcloth Pattern

Easy Crochet Spike Stitch Dishcloth Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Re-Up,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 4 – Medium,
  • Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F-5),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Gray, White,