This extended half double crochet stitch is a simple modification to regular HDC that adds some extra height to the stitch.
The pattern repeat is 10 + 2. This means you may make a chain any multiple of 10 and then add 2 to any length of blanket you like.
YO (yarn over), insert hook, YO, pull up a loop, YO and pull through ONE loop, YO and pull through remaining three loops. Here is a video to show you how to work this stitch:
Below are some projects we’ve made with this extended half double crochet stitch!