Double Moss Stitch Knitting Pattern for Beginners
This Double Moss Stitch Pattern is a simple reversible knit and purl pattern that adds great texture. This stitch is also called the Double Seed, Double Irish Moss, Two Stitch Check, and Box Stitch.
Get your written pattern instructions both flat and in the round, along with knitting chart and video tutorial.
Table of Contents
Knitting Instructions
Cast On Multiple of 4 Stitches, Plus 2
Cast on knitting stitches onto your needles in multiples of four, then add two additional stitches. This determines the width of your work. My sample pictured has six multiples of four, plus two stitches for a total of twenty six stitches cast on.
Knit Rows 1 through 4
Row 1 (Right Side): * K2, P2 *, K2
Repeat Knit Two and Purl Two all the way down the row, then add two additional knit stitches.
Row 2 (Wrong Side): P2, * K2, P2 *
Purl two stitches, then repeat Knit Two and Purl Two to the end of the row.
Row 3: * P2, K2 *, P2
Repeat Purl Two and Knit Two all the way down the row, then add two additional purl stitches.
Row 4: K2, * P2, K2 *
Knit two stitches, then repeat Purl Two and Knit Two to the end of the row.
Repeat Rows 1 through 4
Repeat rows one through four until your work is the length you desire. Bind off when complete!
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Because this stitch alternates easy knits and purls stitches on all rows, it easily lays flat. You may wish to block your work, however it is not necessary since the fabric does not curl up.
Yes, this 4-row repeat Double Moss Stitch is a reversible pattern, meaning that both sides of your work, the Right and Wrong sides, are identical. This makes a great choice for items like scarves, dishcloths, and blankets since both sides are similar.
These two stitch patterns are similar in that they are both four-row repeats. However, these are different patterns because the Irish Moss Stitch has a pattern repeat with K1, P1 while the Double Moss repeats with K2, P2 in alternating rows.
Yes, this printable pattern below includes written instructions to knit it in the round. Try it out with either circular or double-pointed needles.
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
Moss Landing Blanket Pattern
My popular Moss Landing Blanket is an easy knit and purl design great for beginners. This blanket pattern is easy to memorize with a four-row repeat that creates a reversible texture. Select among seven blanket sizes and have fun knitting up your new heirloom today.
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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KNITTING CHART
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