Ready to learn more about the turning chain for half double crochet? From the steps, materials needed and even alternative methods to start a row or round of half double crochet, this blog post has it all! rnrnWhen I was a beginner crocheter, I hadn't heard of many of these different techniques before so I was delighted to over the years discover that there are multiple alternatives available. Like using stacked single crochet stitches or twisting the yarn around to make the HDC without chains.