HOW TO CROCHET: Moss Stitch Rectangle by Cheryl Dee Floyd

[@florencetilly5395]

I really like the way you constructed the base using foundation single crochet. It looks so much better than any I have tried for the rectangle moss stitch style. I like my crochet done without the "holey" look in places. This way fits the bill for me. My mother always said you " learn something new everyday. This was a great something new. Thank you.

[@CherylDFloyd]

Thank you for taking the time to leave such an encouraging comment. I'm so glad you found this technique helpful.

[@Janetmanrot]

I just found your channel. I love how you did the starting chain. There are no big holes going around. I am going to use this from now on. My daughter wants me to make her a table runner. Thank you for posting this.🧶💕🧶

[@mariakristinahawl1640]

Best tutorial of all that I've tried, thank you so much! Excellent tutorial!

[@Stillan80sgirl]

This is the best video! I have made the crochet square blanket that ends up kind of swirled and I have tried other "non-swirled" videos but NONE of them are as easy as this one. You explain it well and using markers make it even easier. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@CherylDFloyd]

I appreciate your kind words! So happy it helps you.

[@pamsauce2903]

I love your detailed instructions!!!

[@CherylDFloyd]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@phyllisharris853]

I will keep trying til I get it!!! I love the moss stitch.

[@CherylDFloyd]

Awww! Your determination warms my heart! I have confidence you WILL get it. Please let me know when you do.

[@YonkersNY3636]

Great tutorial. Took my brain a few (ok four times) to get the hang of the fourth corner with turn but finally got it! I'm left- handed so that might be part of the reason for my long learning curve. Thanks again, bought your written pattern too which is very clear and detailed as well. Happy Spring! Stay well.

[@CherylDFloyd]

Thanks so much for your kind words. I'm so glad you figured it out.

[@timewithdee9025]

Nice to meet you. I really enjoyed watching your video. I love to watch people crochet. Thank you so much for taking your time with us. I really appreciate that. Many Blessings to you. ☺💞

[@CherylDFloyd]

Your kind words are so appreciated. God bless you right back!

[@annblachly8068]

Thank you. I've always struggled with making attractive rectangles and consistently lose my place. Using a stitch marker and understanding this technique, even if I use another stitch or stitch pattern, is so helpful. I had a bit of an annoyance with the quality of the video, but learned a new thing; that I can increase the quality myself rather than rely on Auto.

[@CherylDFloyd]

Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. I appreciate your feedback.

[@galinakusmiy7903]

Thank you for your tutorial. Very nice explanation. Are you learning a lot?❤🇺🇦🇺🇸

[@phyllisharris853]

I figure it out👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾now for round 2😊😊😊

[@phyllisharris853]

Got pass rd 3. thank you

[@Boofyre]

Would I be able to make a queen sized blanket with this stitch.

[@CherylDFloyd]

Yes.

[@CherylDFloyd]

The written pattern in my Etsy shop has a worksheet to calculate your rectangle.

[@lunah5668]

To make a full size rectangle bl ket in full size in the moss stitch how many chains in the center do I need please? Thank u for any help.

[@CherylDFloyd]

The written pattern in my Etsy shop has a worksheet that will enable you to determine the number of starting chains for any size blanket with any size hook and any yarn.

[@phyllisharris853]

For some reason when I chain 2 to start making my foundation it get twist up. Do I insert my hook in the bottom or top of the 2 chain?

[@CherylDFloyd]

May I suggest you slow down the playback speed and then go to 3:04 on the video and watch what I do? Click the 3 dots in the upper, right corner of the screen. Then click on Playback Speed. Choose 75% or even 50%, then watch it again.

[@Misslele1123]

Olajoe shouted your channel out and I came over to share some love

[@CherylDFloyd]

Thank you to Olajoe and to you! I very much appreciate the kind sentiments.

[@Misslele1123]

You're welcome so much ❤️

[@vickinoordhoek5712]

Lovely! Where can I find the written pattern? I love videos but having the written in front of me while crocheting is so helpful. Thank you!

[@CherylDFloyd]

Thank you for your kind words. So sorry I forgot to include this link, but here it is. www.etsy.com/listing/741188792/crochet-pattern-fail-safe-rectangle

[@somechick941]

I will be trying this soon. Do you recall the hook size used for the mandala yarn?

[@CherylDFloyd]

Yes. It was G-6 (4.25 mm).

[@somechick941]

@@CherylDFloyd thank you very much. I've been looking for the perfect pattern for my mandala yarn and this is the best I've seen!

[@CherylDFloyd]

@@somechick941 I appreciate your kind words.

[@phyllisharris853]

After you make your foundation chain(odd#) do you chain 2?

[@CherylDFloyd]

No. In this design, we never begin a round with any chains.

[@kazlea1117]

Dee. I bought the pattern but am having trouble understanding. How do i change colours? Where do i change?

[@CherylDFloyd]

This pattern is designed for yarn that changes color itself. There are no purposeful color changes by the crocheter. My Radiating Moss Stitch Rectangle does involve manually changing colors. There is a free video on that technique right here on my channel. See if you can find it. If you need help, let me know.

[@phyllisharris853]

Do you start with a chain 2?

[@CherylDFloyd]

No, we don't. Please go to 5:38 in the video and watch how to begin Round 1.

[@sandrmyles2891]

Where do I find the written pattern

[@CherylDFloyd]

Thanks for asking. I just realized I had failed to provide the link to the written pattern. However, I have just now done so in the description, but here's the link: www.etsy.com/listing/741188792/crochet-pattern-fail-safe-rectangle

[@tallem6233]

Is there a slower video for the starting chain with instructions? I’m having difficulty with that even though I’ve watched it a dozen times. Mine curls. Other than that, thank you for this video. I appreciate it.

[@CherylDFloyd]

I'm sorry, but there's not another video. I'll try to put one together soon and let you know. In the meantime, have you tried slowing the video down?

[@CherylDFloyd]

More info: While you're playing the video, you can change the playback speed. If you're watching on a laptop, hover your pointer over the lower right corner of the screen until you see the gear wheel. Click on that and choose playback speed. Then choose .75, .5, or .25 to slow it down. You can keep changing it even while the video is running. If you're using a mobile device, touch the upper right corner of the screen, until you see the three vertical dots, touch that and choose playback speed. Then choose whatever speed you want. When you play it more slowly, you might want to mute the sound. Otherwise, especially at .25 speed, the sound of such slow speech is rather distracting. Let me know if this helps.

[@tallem6233]

Cheryl D. Floyd w Thank you. I may have figured it out. :)

[@tallem6233]

Yes! That did the trick. :) I was having trouble seeing which stitch you were working into on the left of the starting chain. Slowing it way down and watching carefully, I got it. Thanks again. I’m having so much fun.

[@CherylDFloyd]

@@tallem6233 Very good! Thanks for letting me know.

[@mytauniverse6902]

Is this how you started the blanket in the thumbnail picture

[@CherylDFloyd]

Yes.

[@deborahwingard776]

It's much easier the other way!