How to Half Double Crochet

To make the 1st hdc, wrap yarn over hook and then insert through 3rd ch st from the hook. Wrap yarn over hook and draw through the first ring of the three on the hook. Total = 3 rings. Wrap yarn over hook and draw through the 3 rings on the hook. The first hdc has been formed. To make the next stitch insert the hook in the following ch st and repeat steps 2 & 3. Work 1 hdc in each base ch st and when all stitches on the row have been completed turn work so that the fabric is to the left again. Start the next row with 2 ch sts, insert hook into next base stitch and work 1 hdc.