Moss Stitch (moss)
The short answer
moss stitch is called the same thing in US and UK patterns. Written as moss in patterns.
Single crochet and chain worked alternately into the chain spaces of the previous row, producing a flat woven-looking fabric.
US term
moss stitch
moss
UK term
moss stitch
moss
Japanese term
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no standard term unverified
At a glance
| How many times you wrap the yarn first | none — go straight in |
|---|---|
| How tall it is | about the height of 1 chain |
| Turning chain at the start of a row | not usually needed |
| How it looks on a Japanese chart | alternating crosses and ovals |
| Difficulty | beginner |
| Stitch family | pattern |
What it is used for
- · Baby blankets
- · Dishcloths
- · Beginner garments
Watch out for
Also sold as linen stitch or granite stitch. There is no single standard Japanese name; Japanese patterns chart it directly rather than naming it.
Hooks that suit this stitch
A smooth aluminium or ergonomic hook in the size your pattern calls for.
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Related stitches
Full US to UK conversion table · Full US to Japanese table
Last updated 2026-08-30.