Ready to learn how to front post half double crochet? If so, this is the perfect blog post for you!
Front Post Half Double Crochet (FPhdc) is a variation of the regular half double crochet stitch that creates an interesting texture and added dimension in your projects.
In this tutorial, I will walk you through the steps of making FPhdc stitches and give you some tips on mastering them.
Additionally, I will explain what materials are needed as well as provide abbreviations, charts symbol, and video tutorial.
By the end of this post, you’ll be able to confidently create beautiful FPhdc swatches!
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The steps of Front Post Half Double Crochet
A quick written description:
- Yarn Over (yo)
- Insert crochet hook from front to back to front again around the post of the stitch on the previous row
- Pull up a loop
- Yarn over
- Pull through the 3 loops on the crochet hook
- Repeat steps 1-5 to crochet another front post half double crochet
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About the Front Post Half Double Crochet
Learn how to crochet the front post half double crochet stitch. Front Post Half Double Crochet (FPhdc) is a variation of the regular half double crochet stitch that creates an interesting texture and added dimension in your projects.
Ready to learn how to front post half double crochet? If so, this is the perfect blog post for you!
Project level: Easy
Materials
Crochet Hook
Use any crochet hook size that works with your yarn.
Yarn
Use any yarn you like for this stitch.
If you’re following a crochet pattern, use the crochet hook and yarn suggested to get the correct gauge.
Crochet a Blanket
Use this crochet stitch pattern to crochet a blanket! Learn more about crochet blanket sizes & making one with any size crochet hook & yarn:
Abbreviations
The front post half double crochet is abbreviated FPhdc or fp hdc in crochet patterns.
Learn more about crochet abbreviations & find a complete list on our Crochet Abbreviations & Terms post.
Instructions for the Front Post Half Double Crochet
Step-by-step Photo Instructions
Grab a crochet hook in your right hand, make a slip knot and crochet chains (ch). To start the front post half double crochet, yarn over from back to front.
The second step of learning front post hdc stitches is to identify what the post of the crochet stitch is.
The gap between the stitches is where you are going to insert the crochet hook, and the lower part of the stitch is what is called the post of the stitch.
Insert crochet hook between first and second stitch from front to back, from the right side.
Between the next two stitches, insert the crochet hook from back to front.
Place the yarn over the crochet hook from back to front.
Pull up a loop, you have 3 loops on the crochet hook.
Yarn over from back to front.
Pull yarn through the 3 loops on the crochet hook.
You have now finished the first stitch, repeat steps 1-6 to crochet the next stitch and again to crochet more FPhdc stitches.
Front Post Half Double Crochet Crochet Chart Symbol
The front post half double crochet chart symbol is related to the half double crochet (hdc) stitch chart symbol.
It is a “T” like the regular half double crochet stitch, but also has a half circle to the right representing that it’s worked around the front post.
It will be turned in the direction it will lay in your finished crochet work.
Photo showing the FPhdc crochet stitch chart symbol.
Front Post Half Double Crochet in Rows
To crochet front post half double crochet stitches in rows, follow these steps:
- Start the row with two turning chains.
- Work front post half double crochet around the post of each stitch from previous row.
- After working around final stitch, you have finished a row of half double crochet front post stitches. Turn your work.
- Repeat steps 1-3 to crochet more rows.
Front Post Half Double Crochet in Rounds
To crochet front post half double crochet stitches in rounds, follow these steps:
- Start the round with two turning chains.
- Work front post half double crochet around the post of each stitch from previous round.
- After working around final stitch, you have finished a round of half double crochet front post stitches. Do not turn your work, but slip stitch into top chain from beginning of round.
- Repeat steps 1-3 to crochet more rounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the front post half double crochet called in UK terms?
The US terms front post half double crochet is called front post half treble crochet in uk terms.
