Crochet Even Moss Stitch Step By Step

The Even Moss Stitch is a crochet pattern beloved for its deeply textured yet flat surface, making it an excellent choice for items that require a dense, non-curling fabric such as blankets, coasters, and scarves. Moreover, the stitch is reversible, offering virtually the same appearance on both sides and adding versatility to its applications. While being approachable even for beginners, it offers a rhythmic and meditative crochet experience.

Crochet Even Moss Stitch Step By Step

The Even Moss Stitch also provides ample opportunity for customization through the varied use of yarn weights and color changes, making it a cherished technique for crafters seeking to instill both warmth and sophistication into their handmade creations.

Materials and Setup

Yarn type: Chunky Monkey (for the tutorial, Baby Blossom Chunky in the shade Buttercup is used)
Crochet hook size: 6mm (adjust according to the desired drape)
Start with a slipknot on the hook
Foundation chain: ensure it is an even number (a multiple of two)

Pattern Instructions

Foundation Row

First Stitch: Into the second chain from your hook, make a slip stitch. Consider marking this stitch for easier identification later.
Second Stitch: In the next chain, do a half treble crochet (UK terms; known as half double crochet in US terms).
Follow-up: Alternate between slip stitch and half treble crochet for the entire row, finishing on a slip stitch.

Main Pattern (One Row Repeat)

Start: Chain one and turn your work.
First Stitch: Make a slip stitch into the very first stitch, catching the entire stitch (mark it for clarity).
Second Stitch: Into the top of your next stitch, do a half treble crochet.
Process: Alternate between slip stitch and half treble crochet across the row, ensuring to work through the correct loops.
End: Finish the row with a slip stitch in the final stitch.
Repeat: This is now your one-row repeat pattern. Continue with these steps for the length of your project.

Color Change

To change colors, work up to the last stitch of your row.
Secure the end of the current color by pulling up a loop.
Introduce the new color by threading it through the front loop of the final stitch and one loop on the side of your work.
Chain one with the new color, then tighten the end of the previous color to secure.
Continue with the moss stitch pattern as before.

Conclusion

The tutorial concludes with encouragement to experiment with the stitch and to share feedback.
A showcase of the texture and the pattern achievable with the even moss stitch.

This pattern provides a detailed guide to creating a reversible, textured fabric suitable for a variety of crochet projects, emphasizing the adaptability to different yarn types and hook sizes for customized results.