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Woodland Moss Blanket – Easy Moss Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern for Beginners

  • Writer: Kirsty Bartlett
    Kirsty Bartlett
  • 5 days ago
  • 3 min read

Updated: 2 days ago


Looking for a crochet blanket that’s quick, beginner-friendly and looks beautiful without complicated stitches?

The Woodland Moss Blanket is the perfect project. Using the simple moss stitch and soft, textured yarn, this blanket works up quickly while creating a stunning, modern finish.

Whether you’re making a baby gift or a cosy throw, this pattern is designed with complete beginners in mind.


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✨ What You’ll Love About the Woodland Moss Blanket

  • Beginner-friendly moss stitch pattern

  • Works up fast using chunky yarn

  • Beautiful textured finish with minimal effort

  • Perfect for baby blankets or cosy throws

  • Uses simple, repetitive stitches (great for relaxing crochet)

  • Ideal for gifting

🧶 Project Overview

The Woodland Moss Blanket is worked flat in rows using the classic moss stitch, creating a soft, woven-like texture.

This pattern is designed to be simple and repetitive, making it perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a relaxing crochet project.

The blanket can easily be adjusted in size, making it suitable for:

  • Baby blankets

  • Lap blankets

  • Full-size throws


SKILL LEVEL

  • Skill Level: Beginner

  • Yarn Weight: Super Chunky / Bulky

  • Hook Size: 9mm

  • Construction: Worked flat in rows

  • Stitch Used: Moss Stitch (sc + ch repeat)


MATERIALS


🧵 Materials Needed

  • Scheepjes Stone Washed XXL yarn in colours

2 x 871 Axinite, 1 of each of the following Crystal Quartz, Chlorite Green, Brown Agate, Deep Amethyst, Blue Apatite

  • 9mm crochet hook, 10mm hook if your tension is tight

  • Scissors

  • Yarn needle

  • Stitch markers (optional)


You can substitute with any super chunky yarn for a similar effect.


📏 Size Guide

  • Baby: approx. 28 x 31 inches with tassles 31x31


🎨 Colour Guide

  • Colour A: Axinite

  • Colour B: Crystal Quartz

  • Colour C: Chlorite Green

  • Colour D: Brown Agate

  • Colour E: Deep Amethyst

  • Colour F: Blue Apatite

🌈 Colour Pattern Sequence

The blanket follows a structured colour repeat using Colour A (Axinite) between each feature colour.

  • Work 2 rows of Colour A between each colour change

  • Each feature colour is worked for 1 row only

✨ Sequence Used in Sample:

Base Repeat:A, B, A, C, A, D, A, E, A, F, A, B

🔁 Extended Colour Flow:

After the initial sequence, continue rotating through the colours in a flowing, wave-like order:

Crystal Quartz, Chlorite Green, Brown Agate, Deep Amethyst, Blue Apatite, Deep Amethyst, Brown Agate, Chlorite Green, Crystal Quartz, Chlorite Green, Brown Agate, Deep Amethyst, Blue Apatite, Crystal Quartz… and so on.

👉 Always separate each of these rows with 2 rows of Colour A (Axinite).

🪡 Abbreviations

  • ch – chain

  • sc – single crochet

  • sk – skip

  • st – stitch

✨ Notes

  • This pattern is worked flat in rows

  • Turn your work at the end of each row

  • The blanket uses a moss stitch repeat

  • Important: In the last 2 stitches of every row, work 1 single crochet in each stitch

🧵 Pattern Instructions

Foundation Row

With Colour A (Axinite):Ch 72

Row 1 (Colour A)

Sc in 2nd chain from hook and in each chain across, Turn (71)

Row 2 (Colour A)

Sc in first stitch Ch 1, skip next stitch, sc in next stitch, Repeat to end of row, Sc in last 2 stitches, Turn

Row 3 (Colour A)

Repeat Row 2 (moss stitch pattern)Turn

Row 4 (Colour B)

Change to Colour B (Crystal Quartz)Work moss stitch across, Sc in last 2 stitches, Turn

Row 5–6 (Colour A)

Change to Colour A Work moss stitch across each row, Sc in last 2 stitches of each row, Turn

🔁 Continue Pattern

Continue working in moss stitch, following the colour sequence provided, always remembering:

👉 Last 2 stitches of every row = 1 sc in each stitch

Repeat until your blanket reaches your desired length.

🧵 Finishing

  • Fasten off

  • Weave in all ends

  • Block if desired

💙 Final Note

This is one of those patterns you can crochet while watching TV or listening to a podcast simple, calming, and so satisfying to see come together.

📸 Share Your Make

I’d LOVE to see your Woodland Moss Blankets!Tag me on TikTok or Instagram so I can share your creations 🧶✨


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