3 Ways to Moss Stitch Crochet

Are you looking for a simple yet versatile crochet stitch that you can use to make any crochet project? Then, learn this moss stitch crochet, also known as linen or granite stitch crochet, to give your work a beautiful textured and woven effect. With this moss stitch crochet, you can easily make a trendy scarf or a big blanket for cold and snowy nights.

So, how do you do the moss stitch crochet? Moss stitch crochet is a combination of two basic stitches. To work this stitch, you must start with an even-numbered foundation chain. For the first row, alternate between sc (single crochet) and ch 1 (chain 1). Remember to skip a stitch in between and finish the row with a sc. For the rest of the rows, ch 1 and sc into the ch 1 spaces from the previous row. At the end of your project, wrap up with a row of sc.

Now, let’s learn how to do the moss stitch crochet with me through a step-by-step guide. I will share all the tips and tricks for working a perfect moss stitch crochet with you here.

Key Pointers:

• Make a foundation with an even number of chains.
• Work the basic stitch combination of alternating between single crochet (sc) and chain stitches (ch) (ch 2, sc and ch 1 in all of the ch1sp, sc).
• Make a beautiful and textured blanket, dishcloth, scarf, or other home decor item with this easy and beginner-friendly moss-stuck crochet.

What Is Moss Stitch Crochet?

The Moss stitch crochet is a simple technique that combines two basic crochet skills to create a stunning project. This stitch has a textured and woven look. So, you can use this moss stitch crochet mainly for winter clothing and accessories, especially to make a blanket, a Binnie, cute yet chicky scarves, dishcloths, etc.

This moss stitch crochet is also very easy, making it a perfect choice for beginners. You can work this stitch with any yarn.

What Supplies Are Required To Do A Moss Stitch Crochet?

Moss stitch crochet requires all the usual crocheting supplies. I have listed those supplies below in case you need to remember to arrange some beforehand. So, let’s take a look!

• Yarn: You can use any type or any weight yarn.
• Crochet Hook: Use the recommended one with your yarn type and weight.
• Scissors: You will need a scissor to cut the yarn after crocheting.
• Darning Needle: Use a darning needle to weave at the end.
• Dot/ Stitch Markers:  Use dot or stitch markers to track or count the stitches.

How To Do The Moss Stitch Crochet? [Explained With Picture In Easy Steps]

Moss stitch crochet combines basic techniques and is enjoyable due to its repeating feature. Regardless of its simplicity, you can work moss stitch crochet in many different ways.

However, there are three main ways to do it. Others are modifications by some crocheters for particular projects, or you can also try to modify some. Let’s learn how to do moss stitch crochet in all these three ways:

The three main ways are-

1. Moss Stitch Crochet In Row By Row
2. Corner To Corner Moss Stitch Crochet (C2C Moss Stitch Crochet)
3. Moss Stitch Crochet In Round

Method 1: Moss Stitch Crochet In Row By Row

Abbreviations:

• Ch = Chain
• Sk = Skip
• Sc = Single Crochet
• Ch1sp = Chain 1 space

Step 1: Make A Foundation Chain:

For the foundation, make a chain in even number (such as, ch 20).

Step 2: Work Row 1:

1. Find the ch 4 from your crochet hook and ch 1 in that chain. 

2. You have skipped three chains from the hook to work a ch 1 in the fourth chain. These three chains are your one sc and one ch1sp.

3. Now, skip one chain.

4. Now, work one sc and do a ch 1 in the next chain.

5. Now, continue doing instructions 3 and 4 on step 2 till you reach the end of your first row. Remember, do not ch-1 in your next chain after working the last sc in your first row. You can change the color at this stage by introducing a new color for the second row.

Tips: Remember, as we skipped one chain before each sc, there will only be half the number of sc of the chains, i.e. if your foundation had 20 chains, the sc on row 1 will be 10. 

Step 3: Work Row 2

6. Turn your work and ch 2. At this stage, you can use the current yarn or a new color of yarn. This is your one sc and one ch1sp for the second row.

7. Now, find your first ch1sp.

8. Now, do one sc and ch 1 in that space.

9. Find the next ch1sp.

10. In that space, work one sc and ch 1.

11. Now, continue working instruction 9 and 10 of step 3 . When you reach to the last sc, do not work it like the others. Instead, do it from the ch 3 from row 1. 

12. And like the end of the row 1, do not ch 1.

Note: In this step, your final stitch count will be the same number of the stitches on the first row.

Step 4: Work Row 3

13. Turn the work And pull your crochet hook through the last two stitches with either the current yarn or a new color.

14. Now, do a ch 2. It is the first one sc and one ch1sp for your row 3.

15. Find the first ch1sp  in the row 3.

16. Now, to complete the row 3, continue doing one sc and one ch 1 in every ch1sp till you reach the last stitch.

17. Now, find the chain 2 in the previous row. It is also called the begging chain 2.

18.  Now, do one sc in that chain. Remember, do not work ch 1 after the sc.

Note: For row 3, your final stitch count will be the same number of the stitch on the row 1 and row 2.

Step 5: Work the Rest of the Rows

19. Now, for the rest of the rows, follow all the instructions on step 4 (work row 3). And do not forget to turn the work after each row and do not ch 1 after the last sc.

Here is a YouTube video to help you visualize the abovementioned steps. I hope it will help you!

Here is also a stitch chart for this row-by-row moss stitch crochet.

Method 2: Corner To Corner Moss Stitch Crochet (C2C Moss Stitch Crochet)

The corner-to-corner crochet technique is an excellent choice for making a blanket or a graphical design, as it gives a grid-like look. So, are you excited to try out the Moss Stitch crochet to make a corner-to-corner (c2c) crochet piece? Here’s how you can work a perfect corner-to-corner moss stitch crochet project:

Abbreviation:

• St = Stitch
• Sc = Single Crochet
• Ch = Chain
• Ch3sp= Chain-3-Space
• Ch1sp =Chain 1 space.
• Hdc = Half double crochet.

Step 1: Make The Starting Chain

1. Grab your yarn and the recommended size crochet hook. Now, work ch 3.

Step 2: Work Row 1

Now, find the third stitch from the crochet hook and work one stitch in that stitch. Turn in your work and do ch 3. After you have made ch 3, you will see a ch3sp.

Step 3: Work Row 2

Now, find the ch3sp as shown in the previous picture. Do a single crochet. Now, do one ch1 and sc in the same stitch. 

Turn the work and chain 3. In the picture below, the ch1sp for this stitch has been marked with an arrow to ensure you find it for the next row.

Step 4: Work Row 3 And Row 4

Find your first ch1sp, as shown in the picture above. Work one sc and ch 1 in that space. Now, repeat the instructions in row 2: do one sc, chain one, and then again one sc in the ch3sp.

Now, turn your work and chain 3. Again, work one sc and ch 1 in ch1sp. Remember to do this for all of the remaining ch1sp. When you reach the last stitch, work one sc in the ch3sp after the sc and ch1. The extra sc increases the row. All of the spaces that you will do the sc and ch 1 are highlighted in the picture below. Take a look.

Step 5: Work The Rest Of The Half of The Project

Now, follow the step 4 instructions and continue until you reach the desired length of your project (ch 3, sc, and ch1 in all of the ch1sp, then do one sc, ch 1, and again one sc in ch3sp for the last stitch).

Step 6: Work The Last Corner Of Half Of The Project

When you reach the last stitch of the previous row, do not work the usual single crochet, ch 1 and single crochet in the sh3sp. Instead, do a single crochet and a half double crochet. It will leave you with a perfect sharp corner.

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Step 7: Work The Rest Half Of The Project

1. For the other half of your dishcloth, you will gradually decrease the number of stitches. Work a ch 2. Skip 2 stitched and in the first ch1sp, do an hdc and work on a sc, ch 1, sc.

2. Now, for all of the ch1sp, you need to do one sc and ch1.

3. For the last stitch of the deceasing row 1, work only one sp and not the ch 1.

4. Work a sc in the ch3sp as shown in the picture.

5. Now, turn the work and do a ch2. Skip 2 stitches and do a sc and ch1 in the first ch1sp. Continue doing the sc and ch1 for all of the remaining ch1sp.

At the end of the row, do a sc in the ch1sp and instead of doing ch 1, do another sc in the ch2sp

6. Continue repeating the instruction 5 of step 7 till you reach the second last row of the rest half of the dishcloth.

7. For the second last row, you will notice only three sc left. Now, do a ch2 and a sc, ch 1 in the first ch1sp. Then, do only one sc in the sh2sp, do not work any ch 1.

8. At last, turn the work. Now, do one sc and one ch 1 in the last ch1sp. Voila! You have completed the c2c moss stitch crochet project.

9. Now, work a sc across all the border to give your project a more defined look.

Method 3: Moss Stitch Crochet In Round

Usually, we use the moss stitch crochet in round to make a beautiful square. Enjoy this detailed instruction to learn how to do this moss stitch crochet in round!

Abbreviations:

• Ch = chain
• Rep = repeat
• Ch2sp = Chian 2 space.

Step 1: Work Round 1

1. Tie a knot to use as a magic circle. Do a ch 1. Now, work one sc and ch 2. 

2. Rep doing the sc and ch 2 3 more times in the magic circle.

3. Then, using the slip stitch, join the sc and the last ch 2.

Note: After completing this step, you will have 4 ch2sp and 4 single crochet. A dot marker should be used to mark the two corner ch2sps.

Step 2: Work The Round 2

4. Turn the work and ch 1. Do one sc and ch 1 in the first ch2sp.

5. In the next ch2sp work, one sc, ch 2, one sc, and ch 1. 

6. You need to repeat instruction 5 in step 2 for 2 more times (above one).

7. Now, do one sc and ch 2 in the first ch2sp. It will complete the corner of our round 2.

8. Use the slip stitch to join the round 2.

Note: After completing round 2, you will have 8 single crochet, 4 ch2sp, and 4 ch1sp.

Step 3: Work The Round 3

9. Turn the work again and do a ch 1. Make one sc and ch 1 in the first ch2sp, as in instruction 4 of step 2.

10. In the ch1sp, work on sc and ch 1. 

11. Then, work one sc, ch 2, sc, and ch 2 in the ch2sp.

Repeat instructions 10 and 11 in step 3 for two more times.

12. In the first ch2sp, work a sc and ch 2.

13. Do a slip stitch to join the round 3.

Note: After you complete the round 3 you will have 12 single crochet, 8 ch1sp and 4 ch2sp.

Step 4: Work The Round 4

14.  Turn the work and do a ch 1. Now, in the first ch2sp, do a sc and ch 1. (Then, work sc and ch 1 in all of the ch1sp. Now, do sc, ch2, sc and ch 1 in the ch2sp). Repeat the stitches in the () bracket for 2 more times.

15. Now, work one sc and ch 1 in each of the ch1sp till you have the first ch2sp. After that, do a sc and ch 2 in your first ch2sp. Finally, use a slip stitch to join the round 4.

Step 5: Continue To Work The Rounds Till You Finish The Project

16. Now, work all the other rounds following step 4. At the end, remember to tie the yarn properly. You can also single crochet to make the border neater. And, do not forget to turn your work after completing each round.

Tips And Tricks To Work A Perfect Moss Stitch Crochet

Let’s look at some tips and what you should not do to work a perfect moss stitch crochet.

• Make the foundation chain of even numbers.
• Use dot markers or stitch markers to ensure the row counts are exact.
• Make sure to turn the project after completing each row.
• Use the corner chain spaces to start if you are working a moss stitch crochet in round.
• You can use any yarn, but if this is your first time, use a medium-weight or worst-weight yarn.
• To make a subtle color change, introduce the new color in the chain spaces.
• After the project, use a single crochet stitch to create a neat-looking border. It will strengthen the project, too.

Final Words

It is all for today! I have explained all three ways to work this moss stitch crochet. They all have the common steps of ch 1 and one sc in the ch1sp. For the last stitch, ch 3 from the previous row. Turn in your work and do the same for all the rows.

The best thing is that this moss stitch crochet is so easy and helpful that you can use it for any significant project, such as blankets, dishcloths, and scarves. Also, it does not require any unique yarn. So, try this moss crochet stitch with whatever yarn you have and share your experience with me. Do not hesitate to reach out if you have any inquiries. I wish you a happy crocheting!

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