I’m a huge fan of Moss Stitch. There’s something about the texture that’s just so comforting and cosy. It’s the perfect stitch for a blanket or blanket border. As usual with crochet, the Moss Stitch can also have an alternative name, Linen Stitch. While I love crochet, it can definitely be confusing at times.
Have you ever made a crochet blunder by confusing terms or stitches?
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I know I have. But, the fabulous thing about crochet is that if you make a mistake…you just undo it and try again. It’s a mantra I always share with new hookers. If there’s a stitch or pattern you want to try out…just do it! The worst that could happen is a bit of wasted time and some yarn that needs unravelling. We don’t just learn by our success, but also our mistakes.
I think as a beginner it’s really important to remember that.
Back to Moss Stitch, this is a great stitch pattern for beginner crocheters.
If you LOVE this tutorial, why not take a look at my other Moss Stitch tutorials?
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Materials and Tools
Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK (100% Acrylic, 323 yds per 3.5oz)
Hook: 5mm hook or size needed to obtain gauge
Notes
Pattern written in UK terms but switchable to US terms below.
Skill Level: Beginner
Stitch Multiple: 2 +1
Convert Pattern Terms
Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version.
Terms & Abbreviations
Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.
Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.
Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. Learn more about the eBook here.
Moss Stitch Tutorial // Linen Stitch Tutorial
Foundation: Chain in multiples of 2 + 1.
Row 1: dc in third ch from hook (skipped 2-ch counts as dc and 1 ch), *1 ch, skip 1 ch, dc in next ch, repeat from * across. Turn.
Row 2: 2 ch (counts as dc and 1 ch here and throughout), *dc in next ch sp, 1 ch, skip 1 dc, repeat from * across to 2-ch rem, dc in second of 2-ch. Turn.
Repeat Row 2 until desired height.
Fasten off and sew in ends.
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Video Tutorial
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Stitch Library
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I also have a pattern that makes the most of Moss stitch to create a soft, warm and cosy blanket, The Moss Stitch Blanket.
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