Striped moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern
Looking for a striped moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern? This cozy cream and blue blanket is worked in one piece using an easy moss stitch repeat. The simple striped sections add color without making the design too busy, while the soft woven texture makes it a sweet handmade baby blanket.
Quick answer
This striped moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern is worked in rows with worsted weight yarn and a J-10 (6 mm) crochet hook. Cream, light blue, and dark blue stripes create the color pattern, and the finished blanket measures approximately 33.5 × 39.5 inches (85 × 100 cm).
Best for: Advanced beginners
Style: Cream and blue striped moss stitch baby blanket
Includes: Written instructions, color sequence, border directions, and FAQs
Why you’ll love this striped moss stitch baby blanket
- Easy moss stitch repeat — Uses basic single crochet and chain stitches.
- Cream and blue stripes — The color sections create a clean, modern baby blanket.
- Soft woven texture — Moss stitch creates a cozy fabric with a classic look.
- Worked in one piece — No squares, panels, or seaming required.
- Easy to customize — Change the stripe colors to match a nursery or personal style.
- Finished baby blanket size — Measures approximately 33.5 × 39.5 inches.
Striped moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern details
Here’s a quick overview of the materials, finished size, gauge, and pattern notes before you begin.
Skill level
Advanced beginner. This pattern uses basic single crochet and chain stitches with an easy moss stitch repeat. You should also be comfortable changing yarn colors and following a row-by-row color sequence.
Patterns with simple stitch repeats are perfect for crocheting for relaxation, especially when you want a peaceful project that doesn’t feel overwhelming.
Materials needed
- J-10 (6 mm) crochet hook
- Worsted weight yarn (#4) in cream, light blue, and dark blue
- Yarn needle
- Scissors
- Stitch markers (optional)
Yardage
This moss stitch baby blanket uses approximately 1,393 yards (1,274 meters) of worsted weight (#4) yarn. I used cream, dark blue, and light blue for the soft striped design shown. Yardage may vary slightly depending on tension and color placement.
Finished size
The finished moss stitch baby blanket measures approximately 33.5 × 39.5 inches (85 × 100 cm).
Gauge
10 moss stitch repeats and 20 rows = 4 inches (10 cm)
One moss stitch repeat = 1 single crochet + 1 chain-1 space.
Too many repeats? Try a larger hook.
Too few repeats? Try a smaller hook.
My guide to crochet gauge explains how to measure your stitches and adjust your hook size.
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 repeat. It creates a soft, textured fabric that’s perfect for baby blankets.
This easy stitch uses a simple one-row repeat, so it’s 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 for the full length of the blanket, following the color sequence.
Pattern notes
- The blanket is worked flat in rows using the moss stitch, also called linen stitch or granite stitch.
- Moss stitch alternates single crochet stitches and chain-1 spaces.
- The starting chain should be an even number.
- Follow the row-by-row color sequence for the cream, light blue, and dark blue stripes.
- The blanket is worked in one piece.
- Keep your tension consistent for an even woven texture.
- The border is worked after the main blanket is complete.
- The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
Striped moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern instructions
Use the instructions below to make your striped moss stitch baby blanket. You’ll work the blanket in one piece using an easy moss stitch repeat, follow the cream and blue color sequence, then finish it with a simple three-round border.
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 striped moss stitch baby blanket beginner-friendly?
This pattern is best for advanced beginners. It uses basic single crochet and chain stitches, but you’ll also need to follow color changes and a row-by-row stripe sequence.
Can I make this moss stitch baby blanket larger or smaller?
Yes. Adjust the starting chain to change the width and work more or fewer rows to change the length.
Do I have to use worsted weight yarn?
Worsted weight yarn is recommended for the size and texture shown. You can use another yarn weight if you adjust the hook size and expect the finished measurements to change.
Is this striped moss stitch blanket worked in one piece?
Yes. The blanket is worked flat in rows as one piece, then finished with a border.
Can I change the stripe colors?
Yes. Replace the cream, light blue, and dark blue with any color combination you like while following the same row sequence.
Printable striped moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern
You can purchase the ad-free PDF of this striped moss stitch baby blanket crochet pattern in my Etsy shop. The downloadable pattern is easy to save, print, and keep with your crochet projects.
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— Melissa
