QUICK & EASY! Crochet the Modified Moss Stitch 🧶, by Hooked by Robin on YouTube. 13 min 8 s.
- Video length
- 13 min 8 s
- Time to do it
- 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Steps
- 9
What you need
Steps
Pick your yarn and match the hook size printed on the yarn label. The video uses chunky yarn with a 6 mm hook. Make a slip knot and chain an even number of stitches for your starting chain.
Work row 1 into the starting chain in the stitch pattern shown. Keep your tension even so the fabric lies flat. This first row sets up the texture for the rest of the project.
At the end of the row, stop before the final yarn over. Pull the new colour through the last loop to change colour cleanly. Cut the old yarn, leaving a tail to weave in later.
Turn your work and crochet row 2 with the new colour, following the same stitch placement as row 1. Carry the unused colour along the edge if you plan to switch back.
Finish row 2 and change colour again the same way. Keep the tension on the carried yarn loose so the edge does not pull tight.
Row 3 is the pattern repeat row. Repeat this single row until your piece reaches the size you want. This is why the stitch works up fast.
End row 3 and check the edge looks straight. If it curls or pulls, adjust your tension before continuing.
Continue repeating row 3, changing colours whenever you like. Keep the same number of stitches in every row.
When the piece is the size you want, fasten off by cutting the yarn and pulling the tail through the last loop. Weave in all ends with a tapestry needle.
Tips and common mistakes
Always change colour on the last loop of the row so the new colour starts cleanly.
Keep carried yarn loose along the edge or the fabric will pucker.
Make a small sample square first to check your tension and yarn amount.
Count stitches at the end of each row to catch mistakes early.
Questions
Can I use any yarn for this stitch?
Yes. Use the hook size recommended on your yarn label. The video sample uses chunky yarn with a 6 mm hook.
How do I make it left handed?
Mirror flip the video using a browser tool or extension that flips video playback. The steps stay the same, just reversed.
How much yarn will I need for a blanket?
It depends on yarn thickness, tension and blanket size. Crochet one square first, weigh it, then work out the total from there.
This guide was drafted from the video's details and general task knowledge. It has not been checked against the full video. Check the video and relevant product instructions before following a procedure. Report a correction.
