Learn how to crochet the moss stitch with this easy step-by-step guide. The moss stitch is also known as granite stitch, linen stitch, woven stitch, and seed stitch.

Table of contents
- About Crochet Moss Stitch
- What To Use Moss Stitch For
- Tips And Variations For Moss Stitch
- Crochet Stitches
- Step By Step Tutorial
- Skill Level
- What You Will Need
- Stitches Used In This Pattern
- Pattern Notes
- Pattern Instructions
- Project Using Moss Stitch
- More Crochet Stitches
- Learn To Crochet
- Stay Connected
- Printable Instructions
- Comments
About Crochet Moss Stitch
If you are looking for a crochet stitch that creates a warm dense textured fabric, consider the moss stitch.
The moss stitch pattern is created by alternating basic crochet stitches of single crochets and chains in a specific pattern.
Single crochet stitches are worked into the chain spaces of the previous row, while the chain stitches are worked over the single crochet stitches.
This alternating pattern creates a staggered, dense, and textured effect.
What To Use Moss Stitch For
Moss stitch is versatile and can be used for many different projects, like:
- Dishcloths and washcloths
- Blankets and afghans
- Scarves and cowls
- Pillows
- Coasters
- Placemats
- Pot holders
- Baby items, like blankets, booties, hats, or clothing.
- Use it as a trim or edging for blankets, bags, jackets, cardigans, or other items.
Tips And Variations For Moss Stitch
Gauge and hook size: Moss stitch tends to create a dense fabric, but you can adjust this by adjusting your hook size. If you want a looser and softer draping fabric to choose a larger hook, and for a more dense fabric, use a smaller hook.
Yarn: Moss stitch works well in just about any yarn, but choosing one that gives a good stitch definition will help enhance the look of the pattern.
Worsted (Afghan, Aran, 10 ply) yarn or DK (light worsted, 8 ply) yarn are great because they are thick and give this stitch definition.
Experiment with color: Get creative and use multiple colors to create stripes or color blocks, use variegated yarn to create a gradient effect, or just use one color.
Customize: The moss stitch can be easily adjusted to fit any project size. The pattern is worked over a multiple of two stitches, so start your work by making an even number of chains until you reach your desired length or width.
Crochet Stitches
You will need to know a few basic crochet stitches to make this moss stitch pattern.
Listed below are the stitches used in this pattern.
Chain Stich (ch)
- Make a slip knot.
- Yarn over hook (YO)
- Draw a loop of yarn back up through the loop on the crochet hook. One chain stitch has been made.
- Yarn over hook (YO) and draw a loop through the loop on the hook to create another chain, and repeat to create new chain stitches.
- See how to start a crochet chain stitch with detailed step-by-step instructions.
Single Crochet (sc)
- Yarn over hook (YO), insert hook from the front to the back of a stitch.
- Yarn over hook (YO) and pull back up through the stitch. You should have two loops on the hook.
- Yarn over the hook (YO) and pull the yarn back through all the loops on the hook.
- This completes a single crochet stitch.
- See how to single crochet with detailed step-by-step instructions.
Step By Step Tutorial
Below are instructions for how to crochet moss stitch in rows.
Skill Level
Beginner
What You Will Need
For this tutorial, I am using Lion Brand Mandala ombre yarn and a size 1-9 (5.5mm) crochet hook, but you can use any kind of yarn you like.
Tip: For the practice piece choose a light colored yarn because you will be able to see the stitches better.
Stitches Used In This Pattern
- ch - chain
- sc- single crochet
- sk - skip
- st/sts - stitch/stitches
- hk - hook
- rpt - repeat
Pattern Notes
US Crochet Terms
The information in this guide refers to US crochet terms, and instructions are for the right-handed.
- Moss stitch is worked over an even number of stitches, so you can make your practice swatch any size you like.
Pattern Instructions
Foundation
Foundation - Chain an even number of stitches. (My swatch for this tutorial has 20 chain stitches)
Abbreviated Version
Foundation - Ch an even number of sts.
Row One
Row 1 - Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook (turning chain), * chain 1, skip 1 chain stitch, and single crochet in the next chain stitch; repeat from * across the row, ending with a single crochet in the last chain stitch of the row. Turn
Abbreviated Version
Row 1 - Sc in 2nd ch from hk, *ch1, sk 1 ch, sc in next st; rpt from * across ending with sc in last st. Turn.
Row Two
Row 2 - Chain 1 (turning chain), single crochet into the first chain 1 space of the previous row, * chain 1, skip over the single crochet stitch in the row previous row, and make a single crochet in the next chain 1 space, repeat from * across the row, ending with a single crochet in the turning chain of the previous row. Turn
Abbreviated Version
Row 2 - Ch1, sc in ch-1 sp, * ch1, sk 1 sc, sc in next ch1-1 sp, rpt from * across ending with sc in turning ch of previous row.
Repeat row 2 until you reach your desired length.
Project Using Moss Stitch
If you are looking to practice the crochet moss stitch try this moss stitch dishcloth pattern, or this easy moss stitch crochet drawstring bag.
Learn To Crochet
If you are new to crochet and would like to learn more. You might like these:
- Basic crochet stitches for beginners
- How to crochet for beginners
- Crochet terms and abbreviations
- How to read a crochet pattern for beginners
- How to read a yarn label
- How to hold yarn when crocheting
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Printable Instructions
How to Crochet The Moss Stitch
What You Will Need
Yarn and hook
- For this tutorial, I am using Lion Brand Mandala Ombre yarn and a size 1-9 (5.5mm) crochet hook, but you can use any kind of yarn you like.
Gauge
- Not important for this pattern
Stitches and Abbreviations Used (US Terms)
- ch - chain
- sc- single crochet
- sk - skip
- st(s) - stitches
- hk - hook
- rpt - repeat
Instructions
- Foundation - Ch an even number of sts.
- Row 1 - Sc in 2nd ch from hk, *ch1, sk 1 ch, sc in next st; rpt from * across ending with sc in last st. Turn.
- Row 2 - Ch1, sc in ch-1 sp, * ch1, sk 1 sc, sc in next ch1-1 sp, rpt from * across ending with sc in turning ch of previous row.
- Repeat row 2 until you reach your desired length.
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