Moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern
Looking for a simple baby blanket that’s cozy, timeless, and easy to crochet? This moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern uses a classic one-stitch repeat and soft color changes to create a beautiful, neutral blanket that’s perfect for babies.
The moss stitch creates a gentle, textured fabric that drapes well and feels extra soft, making it ideal for baby gifts. Worked in rows with worsted weight yarn, this blanket is relaxing to make and easy to customize with your favorite color combinations.
Whether you’re crocheting for a new baby, a baby shower gift, or a keepsake blanket, this pattern is a calm, satisfying project with a polished finished look.
Quick answer: Moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern
This moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern is worked in rows using worsted weight (#4) yarn and a J-10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook. The finished blanket measures approximately 33.5 inches (85 cm) wide by 39.5 inches (100 cm) long and features simple moss stitch rows with gentle color changes.
Why you’ll love this pattern
The moss stitch is one of the easiest crochet stitches to learn, making it a perfect choice for baby blankets. It’s built from just two basic stitches—single crochet and chain stitches—repeated in a simple, one-stitch pattern that’s easy to memorize.
Once you get started, the rhythm of the moss stitch makes this project relaxing and almost meditative. Even though the stitch is simple, it creates a soft, textured fabric with a woven look that feels cozy and comforting for little ones.
This pattern is also highly customizable. While I chose a classic mix of cream with soft blue tones for a timeless baby blanket, the moss stitch looks beautiful in any color palette. Try pastels for a gentle look, bold brights for playful contrast, or neutrals for a modern, gender-neutral baby gift.
Free moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern details
Ready to start crocheting your baby blanket? Below you’ll find everything you need to know before you begin, including the skill level, materials, yarn colors, gauge, and finished measurements.
Skill level
Advanced beginner. This pattern is suitable for advanced beginners who are comfortable with basic stitches, working in rows, and changing colors. The moss stitch uses a simple one-stitch repeat that’s easy to memorize.
Materials needed
- J-10 (6.0 mm) crochet hook – creates a soft and flexible fabric
- Worsted weight yarn (#4) – in cream, blue, and light blue
- Scissors – for trimming yarn tails
- Yarn needle – for weaving in ends when your blanket is complete
- Stitch markers – optional but helpful for keeping track of rows
Yardage
This moss stitch baby blanket uses approximately 1,393 yards (1,274 meters) of worsted weight (#4) yarn total.
I used cream, blue, and light blue yarns to create the soft, striped design shown.
Yarn amounts are approximate and may vary slightly depending on tension and color placement.
Finished size
The finished moss stitch baby blanket measures approximately 33.5 inches (85 cm) wide and 39.5 inches (100 cm) long.
Gauge
Checking gauge helps ensure your moss stitch baby blanket turns out the intended size and uses the expected amount of yarn.
10 single crochet + chain-1 spaces and 20 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)
- Too many stitches? Try a larger hook
- Too few stitches? Try a smaller hook
Small variations in tension may slightly change the finished size, but the overall pattern will still work as written.
Crochet abbreviations
- sc = single crochet
- hdc = half double crochet
- ch / chs = chain / chains
- st / sts = stitch / stitches
- sl st = slip stitch
How to crochet the moss stitch
The moss stitch is made by alternating single crochet and chain stitches in a simple, repeating pattern. It creates a soft, textured fabric that’s perfect for baby blankets.
This stitch uses a one-stitch repeat, making it easy to memorize and relaxing to crochet.
Moss stitch instructions
Row 1:
Single crochet in the second chain from the hook.
Chain 1, skip the next chain, single crochet in the next chain.
Repeat from * across. Turn.
Row 2:
Chain 1. Single crochet in the first chain-1 space.
Chain 1, single crochet in the next chain-1 space.
Repeat from * across. Turn.
Repeat:
Repeat Row 2, following the color sequence for the full length of the blanket.
Pattern notes
- Each stitch in the moss stitch pattern is a combination of 1 single crochet and 1 chain.
- This blanket is worked flat in rows using the moss stitch (also called the linen or granite stitch)
- The border is optional, but it gives the blanket a clean and finished look
- Be consistent with tension for an even texture
- The pattern is written in US crochet terms
Free baby blanket crochet pattern instructions
Below you’ll find the step-by-step instructions for this free baby blanket crochet pattern, including the starting chain, stitch repeat, and color sequence.
Starting chain
Chain 184 (use any even number).
Row instructions
- Row 1: Single crochet in the second chain from the hook. *Chain one, skip the next chain, single crochet in the next chain; repeat from * across. Turn.
- Row 2: Chain one, single crochet in the first chain-one space. *Chain one, single crochet in the next chain-one space; repeat from * across. Turn.
- Repeat Row 2 following the color sequence below for the full length of the blanket.
Color sequence
Tip: Place a stitch marker or row counter at the start of each color-change section.
- light = light blue
- dark = dark blue
Rows 1–20: cream
Rows 21–25: dark, light, dark, light, dark
Rows 26–29: cream
Rows 30–32: dark, light, dark
Rows 33–35: cream
Rows 36–38: light, dark, light
Rows 39–41: cream
Rows 42–44: dark, light, dark
Rows 45–47: cream
Rows 48–49: dark, light
Rows 50–52: cream
Rows 53–54: dark, light
Rows 55–126: cream
Rows 127–128: light, dark
Rows 129–131: cream
Rows 132–133: light, dark
Rows 134–136: cream
Rows 137–139: dark, light, dark
Rows 140–142: cream
Rows 143–145: light, dark, light
Rows 146–148: cream
Rows 149–151: dark, light, dark
Rows 152–155: cream
Rows 156–160: dark, light, dark, light, dark
Rows 161–180: cream
Adding a border
Join yarn along a side edge.
Round 1 (light blue)
Chain 1. Single crochet in every other row along the side edges and in each chain space along the top and bottom edges.
In each corner, work 3 single crochet. Join.
Round 2 (dark blue)
Chain 2. Half double crochet in each stitch around.
In each corner, work 3 half double crochet. Join.
Round 3 (light blue)
Chain 1. Single crochet in each stitch around.
In each corner, work 3 single crochet. Join.
Finishing
Fasten off and use a yarn needle to weave in all loose ends. Block the blanket if desired to help even out the stitches and give the edges a polished finish.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a beginner-friendly baby blanket pattern?
This pattern is best for advanced beginners. If you’re comfortable with basic stitches and color changes, the moss stitch repeat is easy to learn and very relaxing to work.
Can I make this baby blanket larger or smaller?
Yes. You can adjust the size by changing the starting chain and the number of rows worked, keeping the moss stitch pattern consistent.
Do I have to use worsted weight yarn?
Worsted weight yarn is recommended for the size and texture shown, but you can substitute another yarn weight if you’re comfortable adjusting the hook size and finished measurements.
Is this blanket worked in one piece?
Yes. This moss stitch baby blanket is worked in rows as a single piece from start to finish.
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Happy crocheting! 🧶
— Melissa