Crochet Moss Stitch Tutorial

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The crochet moss stitch (also know by several other names – crochet linen stitch, seed stitch or granite stitch) is one of the easiest crochet stitch patterns to learn, as well as one of my absolute favourites!

It was one of the first stitches that I learned, and I have used it for so many patterns already. And probably will again 🙂

It creates a gorgeous woven fabric, and you can achieve a variety of textures and fabrics by changing up your hook size or using one or more colours.

Crochet Moss Stitch Tutorial

Beginner Friendly Crochet Stitch

The moss stitch is an absolutely perfect crochet stitch for beginners. All you need to know is how to work a chain and a single crochet – that’s it!

One of my favourite things about this moss stitch is it’s versatility.

Use a smaller hook for a tightly woven fabric, perfect for bags or pouches (like this Moss Stitch Zipper Pouch).

For a looser fabric with a great drape, you can use a larger hook and create a flowing shawl (like the Forget-me-not Shawl).

This stitch looks beautiful worked in a single color, or you can alternate colors every second row for a unique “vertical stripe” effect (check out the Minimalist Scarf for more on this).

And finally, you can work the moss stitch flat or in the round, and it looks great both ways!

How to Crochet the Moss Stitch

To crochet the moss stitch, you will chain any even number, then work the first row in alternating single crochets and chains. You will always end this first row on a single crochet.

For the second row, you simply start with a single crochet, and then work a row of alternating single crochets/chains again, working each single crochet into the chain space from the previous row.

Repeat these two rows for as long as you need to!

Moss Stitch Crochet Patterns

Once you have mastered the moss stitch, you might like to check out these patterns! Each pattern uses the moss stitch in a different way to create a gorgeous, modern-looking project.

Crochet Moss Stitch

Step by Step Tutorial

Crochet Moss Stitch Square

Crochet Moss Stitch Tutorial

Learn how to crochet the moss stitch (also called the linen stitch, seed stitch or granite stitch!).

This easy stitch pattern creates a gorgeous "woven" look fabric, and is perfect for all sorts of crochet patterns - garments, accessories, bags and blankets.

Abbreviations:

st = stitch

sc = single crochet

ch = chain

sk = skip

ch-sp = chain space

Materials

  • Yarn (I used Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK)

Tools

  • Crochet hook suitable for your chosen yarn (I used a 4mm/G-6 hook)

Instructions

Chain any even number.

  1. ROW 1: Work 1 single crochet (sc) in the second chain (ch) from your hook. *Ch 1, sk next ch, sc in next ch. Repeat from * across, turn.
  2. ROW 2: Ch 1, sc in first st. *Sc in next chain space (ch-sp), ch 1, sk next st. Repeat from * across until 1 ch-sp and 1 sc remain. Work 1 sc in last ch-sp, and 1 sc in last st, turn.
  3. ROW 3: Ch 1, sc in first st. *Ch 1, sk next st, sc in next ch-sp. Repeat from * across, until 2 sc remain. Ch 1, sk second last st, sc in last st.
  4. Repeat ROWS 2 and 3 as required. (Remember, every even number row will start and end with 2 sc, and every odd number row will start and end with 1 sc.

I hope you have enjoyed this tutorial!

I love seeing all of your projects; be sure to tag me on Instagram (you can find me here: @nedandmimi), and use #nedandmimi to show off your moss stitch crochet projects 🙂.

Happy crocheting!

Sarah

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