In this free step-by-step crochet tutorial I show how to make the moss stitch. This stitch is sometimes also called the linen or granite stitch. It is a solid crochet stitch with a nice texture. It works great in multiple colors. The moss creates dense, durable fabric and works great for washcloths, blankets, scarves, hats, cardigans, crochet tops and other projects that need structure and durability.
This crochet stitch tutorial includes detailed photo instructions. The moss stitch is a repeat of one row. For this crochet stitch you should know how to make single crochet. It is very easy to make and suitable for beginners.
If you would like to practice it, I use the moss stitch in my moss stitch table mat and my moss stitch crochet drawstring bag.
Materials and tools
Yarn: For this tutorial I use Soft FRAYA Cotton 8/4 100% Organic cotton 50g – 180 m yarn, colors: dusty aubergine and dusty tulip. However, you can use your favorite yarn depending on the crochet project.
Hook: I use a 2.0 mm hook. If you are using a different yarn, choose the hook size that is recommended on your yarn label.
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Photo instructions
Row 1
1. Start by chaining an even number of chains. You will start working in the fourth chain from your hook.
2. So, make a single crochet in the fourth chain from your hook.
3. Chain one.
4. Skip one stitch and make a single crochet in the next stitch.
5. Then repeat: chain one, skip one stitch and make a single crochet in the next stitch.
6. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row. The row should end with a single crochet.
7. At the end of the row chain two.
Row 2
8. Turn your work around. You will work in the chain one space of the previous row.
9. So, make a single crochet in the chain one space of the previous row.
10. Then chain one.
11. Make a single crochet in the next chain one space of the previous row.
12. Then repeat: chain one and make a single crochet in the next chain one space.
13. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row.
14. Make the last single crochet in the chain space that is at the end of the previous row.
15. If you wish to have the same color pattern as in this example, you have to change yarn color. So, take the second color yarn and chain one.
16. Then pull the end of the first color yarn to tighten up and secure the second color yarn. Now your second color yarn is ready to use. (Alternatively, to change color you could complete the last single crochet of the previous row with the second color yarn).
17. Chain two.
Row 3
18. For the rest of the pattern you have to repeat row 2.
19. So, make a single crochet in the chain one space of the previous row.
20. Then chain one and make a single crochet in the next chain one space.
21. Continue working in the same way until the end of the row.
Row 4
22. Then repeat row 2 again. For the rest of the pattern repeat row 2 and change yarn color every two rows.
Finished moss stitch
23. Done!
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