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How to Crochet The Moss Stitch

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.
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Skill Level : Easy
Author :Harriet

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.