Double Moss Stitch Knitting Pattern for Beginners
This Double Moss Stitch Pattern is a simple pattern that adds great texture. This stitch texture is also called the Double Seed, Double Irish Moss, Two Stitch Check, and Box Stitch.
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Table of Contents
Reversible Knitting Stitch Pattern
- Stitch Techniques: A series of easy knits and purls create the alternating moss blocks.
- Row Repeat: Knit up the Double Moss Stitch in a simple 4-row repeat.
- Reversible: This is a reversible pattern, meaning that both sides of your work, the right and wrong sides, are identical.
- Lays Flat: Since this pattern easily lays flat it’s a great stitch choice for knitting projects like a pillows, blankets, and scarves.
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Knitting Techniques
The Double Moss Stitch is an easy combination of simple knit and purl stitches. Find my entire library of Knitting Techniques to help knit up this project.
- How to Cast On Without a Slip Knot or Slip Knot
- Cast On
- K = Knit Stitch
- P = Purl Stitch
- Cast Off
- Weave-in Yarn Ends
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Moss Landing Blanket Pattern
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Printable Knitting Instructions
Printable Knitting Pattern
The Double Moss Knit Stitch Pattern is a 4-Row Repeat, Reversible pattern.
Materials
- Yarn - Any Gauge
Tools
- Knitting Needles - Appropriate Size for Yarn
- Tapestry Needle
- Scissors
Instructions
KNITTED FLAT ON STRAIGHT NEEDLES:
Cast On: Multiples of 4, + 2
- Row 1 (Right Side): * K2, P2 *, K2
- Row 2 (Wrong Side): P2, * K2, P2 *
- Row 3: * P2, K2 *, P2
- Row 4: K2, * P2, K2 *
or
IN THE ROUND ON CIRCULAR NEEDLES:
Cast On: Multiples of 4
- Row 1 (Right Side): * K2, P2 *
- Row 2: * K2, P2 *
- Row 3: * P2, K2 *
- Row 4: * P2, K2 *
Notes
Repeat Rows 1 – 4 until your piece is the length you desire.
Repeat the pattern between the * * asterisks
Reversible Knit Stitch Pattern
4-Row Repeat
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KNITTING TECHNIQUES
- Slip Knot
- CO = Cast On Long Tail Method
- K = Knit Stitch
- P = Purl Stitch
- BO = Bind Off
- Weave In Ends
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After publishing her first knitting tutorial video, Kristen founded StudioKnit LLC. Enamored with teaching online, she films knitting lessons and designs from her vibrant production studio on Half Moon Bay’s California coast.
Kristen McDonnell is the author of the highly acclaimed book Knit Stitch: 50 Knit + Purl Patterns featuring vintage and unique designs.