Moss Stitch Square
Inspiration
Moss Crochet stitch is one of my favorite stitches. I have designed and crocheted several of my patterns using the moss stitch and loved it. What do I love about moss stitch, you may ask. I love moss stitch because of its texture, it is easy to make, and works out real first. I love that I do not have to pay too much attention and carry patterns around as it is a one-row repeat. I just put on my favorite movie and let my hands do the work.
Get the free pattern below or purchase the ad-free PDF version of this pattern on Etsy and Ravelry. The PDF is designed for printing and this way you can support me! And don’t forget to PIN IT on your Pinterest board.
I am so happy to share with you my moss stitch square pattern that is part of the Poncho CAL hosted by RaeLynn of Itchin' for some Stitchin'. In this Poncho CAL, a different square pattern is shared daily. RaeLynn has crocheted all these squares and made a poncho. Below are the steps to getting either the featured square or the bundle.
See below for the finished poncho.
You can get all the patterns included in this Poncho CAL as a bundle sold at discounted price of 80%
Yarn
I used Caron Simply Soft 100% Acrylic 315 yds (288 m), 6 oz (170 g) in Watermelon or Robin Egg. I have designed and made both knit and crochet projects using Caron Simply Soft and I enjoyed using it. Sometimes it is not possible to get the exact yarn used and therefore these are some comparable yarns you can use. Yarn Bee Soft and Sleek, Bernat Premium, Mary Maxim Aran Irish Twist, Herrschners Worsted Weight, Deramores Studio Yarn, Premier Yarns Anti-Pilling Everyday Worsted.
See some of the projects that I have used moss stitich
Crochet Christmas Dish Towel Set
Skill Level
Easy
Materials
Materials
Caron Simply soft 100% Acrylic 315 yds (288 m), 6 oz (170 g) in Watermelon or Robin Egg.
Worsted Weight 4
Amount Used - 52 yds (48 m)
Hook sizes 5 mm (H) and 4 mm (G)
Tape Measure
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Gauge
18 sts x 19 rows = 4” x 4” (10 cm x 10 cm)
Finished Measurements
7” x 7”
8” x 8”
Abbreviations
Ch(s) - chain(s)
St(s) - stitch(es)
Sc - single crochet
ch-sp - chain space
Rep - repeat
Sk - skip
Pattern Notes
The Pattern is written in US Standard Terms
Ch 1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch
Pattern Instructions
Using Hook 5 mm, ch 32, (36)
Row 1: sc in 2nd ch and each ch to end, turn 31, (35) sts).
Row 2: ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 1, sk 1, sc in next st, rep from * to end, turn 16 sts, 15 ch-sps, (18 sts, 17 ch-sps).
Row 3: ch 1, sc in first st, sc in ch-sp, *ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp, rep from * to last st, sc in last st, turn 17 sts, 14 ch-sps, (19 sts, 16 ch-sps).
Row 4: ch 1, sc in first st, *ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp, rep from * to last 2 sts, ch 1, sk 1, sc in last st, turn 16 sts, 15 ch-sps, (18 sts, 17 ch-sps).
Rows 5 - 6, (8): rep rows 3 & 4.
Row 7, (9): rep row 3.
Row 8, (10): ch 1, sc in first st, *(ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp)** 7 times, ch 3, sk 1, sc in next ch-sp, then rep from * to ** 6 times, to last 2 sts, ch 1, sk 1, sc in last st, turn (16 sts, 14 ch-sps).
Row 9, (11): ch 1, sc in first st, sc in ch-sp, *(ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp)** 6 times, ch 3, sk 1, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 3, sk 1, sc in next ch-sp, then rep from * to ** 6 times, to last st, sc in last st, turn ( 17 sts, 14 ch-sps).
Row 10, (12): ch 1, sc in first st, *(ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp)** 6 times, ch 3, sk 1, sc in ch-3 sp, sc in next st, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 3, sk 1, sc in next ch-sp, then rep from * to ** 5 times, to last st 2 sts, ch 1, sk 1, sc in last st, turn (17 sts, 14 ch-sps).
Row 11, (13): ch 1, sc in first st, sc in ch-sp, *(ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp)** 5 times, ch 3, sk 1, sc in ch-3 sp, sc in next 3 sts, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 3, sk 1, sc in next ch-sp, then rep from * to ** 5 times, to last st, sc in last st, turn (19 sts, 12 ch-sps).
Row 12, (14): ch 1, sc in first st, *(ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp)** 5 times, ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 3, sk 1, sc in next 3 sts, ch 3, sk 1, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 1, sk 1, sc in next ch-sp, then rep from * to ** 4 times, to last 2 sts, ch 1, sk 1, sc in last st, turn (17 sts, 14 ch-sps).
Row 13 (15): ch 1, sc in first st, sc in ch-sp, *(ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp)** 5 times, ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-3sp, ch 3, sk 1, sc in next st, ch 3, sk 1, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 1, sk 1, sc in next ch-sp, then rep from * to ** , 5 times, to last st, sc in last st, turn (16 sts, 14 ch-sps).
Row 14, (16): ch 1, sc in first st, *(ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-sp)** 6 times, ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 1, sk 1, sc in ch-3 sp, ch 1, sk 1, sc in next ch-sp, then rep from * to ** 5 times, to last 2 sts, ch 1, sk 1, sc in last st, turn (16 sts, 15 ch-sps).
Rows 15, (17) - 18, (20): rep rows 3 & 4.
Rows 19, (21): rep row 3.
Rows 20, (22) - 26, (28): rep rows 8-14.
Rows 27, (29) - 32, (36): rep rows 3 & 4
Row 33, (37): ch 1, sc in first st, *sc in ch-sp, sc in next st, rep from * to end.
Do not turn and do not fasten off.
Using hook size 4 mm, 3 sc in last st, sc evenly all around with 3 sc in each corner.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
