This Irish Moss Knit Stitch Pattern is just so pretty! It is a variation of the Seed Stitch, and has a really great texture… it’s nice and squishy, too!
American Moss is another term used for this pattern.
This knitting project is an easy level project, perfect for everyone who has completed my Absolute Beginner Knitting Series.
What will you create with your new Irish Moss Stitch?
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CLOSER LOOK at the Irish Moss Knit Stitch Pattern
Let’s take a close look at our Irish Moss Knit Stitch Pattern, seeing exactly how those knits and purls are knitted together to make this pretty, simple pattern.
This is a reversible pattern, meaning that both sides of your work, the Right and Wrong sides, are identical.
MATERIALS to Knit the Irish Moss Stitch Pattern
My sample was created with size 7 US knitting needles and worsted weight yarn. Feel free to use any size yarn and needles for your creative project.
- Yarn
- Knitting Needles
- Tapestry Needle – Clover Chibi Jumbo Bent Tip Darning Needle Set
- Scissors – Gold Stork Crane Scissors
KNITTING TECHNIQUES for Irish Moss Stitch
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• 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 PATTERN for the Irish Moss Stitch
Cast On in Multiples of 2
Row 1: * K1, P1 *
Row 2: * K1, P1 *
Row 3: * P1, K1 *
Row 4: * P1, K1 *
Repeat these 4 rows until your piece is the length you desire.
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IRISH MOSS STITCH PATTERN
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