Uploaded August 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 hours ago

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So you've been crocheting away on your project and now you're ready to count your rows of half double crochet so you can make sure you're on point with the written pattern? Let me show you how to count rows of half double crochet stitches.

Note: We are counting half double crochet rows where you have turned at the end of each row or round. If you are crocheting in the round and not turning after joining, your fabric is going to look different.

Looking for other half double crochet projects? Check out the:
- Ear Warmer: youtu.be/j9Lh8iXxZ8s
- Beanie: youtu.be/cGoqEC6TEQE
- Rectangle Shawl: youtu.be/ixSnL0VMFbo
- Washcloth: youtu.be/h8xT9Ud4KT0
- Blanket: youtu.be/FqN8yTvOmY4

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Materials:
I'm using Lion Brand Pound of Love in the Oxford Gray colorway and an H8/5mm Crochet Hook

Shop Lion Brand Pound of Love in my Yarn Shop: yarncraftsandcoffee.com/product/lion-brand-pound-of-love-yarn

If you want to treat yourself to an ergonomic crochet hook, I like using the clay hooks from these two shops on Etsy:
- Shop BronzeShepherdStudio: tidd.ly/435FfYY
- Shop SiennasBowtique: tidd.ly/3IqAMGD

Photo Tutorial & Written Instructions: eyeloveknots.com/2021/01/how-to-half-double-crochet-us-photo-tutorial.html

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Time Stamp:
00:00 Intro
00:50 How to Count Half Double Crochet Rows