How to Crochet the Moss Stitch Rectangle Untwisted

[@judymarples5758]

Absolutely awesome video! Very clear and precise, thank you so much, Crochet Doctor!

[@TwistedYarns]

You are so welcome!

[@brendajones9808]

All I can say is…..WOW! I have been wishing for over 40 years of my crochet life that someone would come up with a better way to do the wonky rectangles. You my dear lady are a genius. Thank you so much!! Take a guess what my next project is.

[@TwistedYarns]

Thank you for the compliment.

[@loulou41]

I love how clear your instructions are AND that you keep the written instructions on the screen the entire time. ❤️ I made a square moss stitch baby blanket as a gift for a friend's baby and she loved it :)

[@TwistedYarns]

You are so welcome! thank you for the kind words!

[@shaysweet6235]

Genius! I have forever struggled trying to figure out how many foundation chains needed to achieve the size (specifically the length) of blanket I need. Thank you so much!

[@TwistedYarns]

Glad I could help!

[@julieposton748]

You are a Genius! I’m so glad I stumbled across your site when I was googling for “how to crochet a rectangular blanket”. Thank You so much

[@TwistedYarns]

You are so welcome!

[@mariakristinahawl1640]

Thank you for a most EXCELLENT tutorial!!!

[@TwistedYarns]

You're very welcome! I've been teaching crochet for over 55 years! I hope I can still reach the crochet community!

[@frogsinthepot4635]

Thanks!

[@TwistedYarns]

I'm glad it was helpful!

[@akualayla6998]

Thank you for sharing your expertise. I have used this stitch before this time I am using solid and needed to know how to add a different color. Thank you...

[@TwistedYarns]

Wonderful!

[@beverlyscott3652]

Awesome video ❤🎉..very much needed…thanks so much

[@TwistedYarns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@knitlover1]

What an excellent video! The extra instruction on measuring the foundation chain is invaluable. Thanks!

[@TwistedYarns]

Thank you. Glad it was helpful!

[@florencetilly5395]

I have watched this video more times than any video I've ever watched! I am going to start this project today. Thank you for doing such a clear concise directional video.

[@TwistedYarns]

Thank you for your kind words! Happy Crocheting!

[@sharonsyearofjubilee]

Thank you for this video and how to turn at the end of each row!

[@TwistedYarns]

I'm glad it helped!

[@debbyferguson5638]

Great tutorial. You made everything so understandable. I am going to try this one 😁😁😁

[@TwistedYarns]

You can do it! It really is fun and so easy to do!

[@sdutton10]

If there was a crochet hall of fame, you would be the the first one in it! Other than just showing *exactly* what I was trying to do, you also taught me a TON of other tricks that I can use in other projects!!

[@TwistedYarns]

That is so kind of you to write. Keep watching! I've got 50+ years of experience to share!

[@rhystan8254]

What a gifted teacher you are. Thankyou so much, I followed your teaching easily and have a very neat beautiful start of my blanket. Thankyou again. 😁 🇦🇺

[@TwistedYarns]

I am so happy to hear that you are off to a successful start! I would love to see the end results!

[@97GoalieGirl]

This video is SO well done!!! My god I finished a huge rectangle. One skein. Looked at it and it was so wonky. Frogged it all after watching this video! Thank you!

[@TwistedYarns]

Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad it was helpful.

[@phiangleflip]

THANK YOU! The issue you described with the stress on the original chain was driving me insane, haha. I'm going to try this immediately.

[@TwistedYarns]

You can do it! Let me know how it goes!

[@phiangleflip]

@@TwistedYarns It worked! It really helps make that center chain blend in. :) Thanks again!

[@TwistedYarns]

So glad to hear it!

[@whereinthehellarewewill1363]

This is brilliant and so very simple! Thank you 😊

[@TwistedYarns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@angierooker8897]

You are an absolute life saver! Thank you! 😀

[@TwistedYarns]

Happy to help! Thanks for letting me know.

[@doniwalker3145]

I LOVE THIS!! IT IS PURE GENIUS!!!!!

[@TwistedYarns]

Thanks! You may also like a related video for using self striping yarn! Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHjHdo17qNCJm6c

[@nickibonner7237]

Such a great explanation at the end. Made such a confusing aspect of design so simple! Will be coming to you for more tips ❤

[@TwistedYarns]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@evavagen8367]

A million thanks for this great tutorial. Such an eye-opener! I just wanted to share a tip that worked very well for me. I started on a large rug (210x130 centimetres), and was planning to make it as one single moss-stitch rectangle using your method. However, as my rectangle increased in size, I noticed that the short sides tended to be a bit narrower than the overall width as measured across the middle. The difference was a good centimeter. It seemed that the corners were slightly too tight which caused tension. I ripped up the whole thing and started over, using the following workaround: Every other round, do the corners according to the video, i.e SC, CH2, SC in the 2-chain corner space. Every other round, SC2, CH2,SC2 in the 2-chain corner space. My corners are now a perfectly 90 degrees, and the width of my work is consistent all over. The extra bulk provided by the extra stitches in alternate rounds seems to compensate for the tightness of the regular rounds. I am using 4 strands of cotton yarn 8/4 and a 4.5 mm hook.

[@TwistedYarns]

Hmmm...I give it a go!

[@evavagen8367]

Many thanks for responding, and, again thanks for the tutorial. The double-yarn foundation chain sure makes all the difference for stability!

[@sylviaharrington6748]

Thankyou, that was very helpful

[@TwistedYarns]

So glad!

[@tibby_tabby]

✨ G E N I U S ✨ lol mannnnnn I wish i knew this about ..12 years ago! thank you SO much for taking the time to make this for us!!

[@gennysalz321]

Omg you saved my life! Thank you so very very much

[@TwistedYarns]

You're welcome!

[@1stmumra]

This is Brilliant! Thank you.

[@TwistedYarns]

You're very welcome!

[@monyonk89]

Wow thank you so much, It was hard to find how to determine the amount of chains according to the size I want until you explained it.

[@TwistedYarns]

Wonderful! Glad this was helpful!

[@phoenixmarine974]

This is my next baby blanket project for a co-worker. I needed this video, so that things don't twist.

[@TwistedYarns]

Glad I could help.

[@patriciafernande555]

Genius!! Love 💖💖💖 this video!!!

[@TwistedYarns]

Thank you 🤗

[@fcgn1908]

very interesting -- thank you

[@TwistedYarns]

Thanks to my viewers who requested an untwisted version. When I delved into the topic, I thought I could at least bring a different perspective to the topic! I look forward to hearing about crochet challenges!

[@jennyb975]

Wish I had found this out before I started working on my nephew’s requested blanket. Too far gone to started over (not frogging that much work). My Niece will benefit from your kind advice.

[@TwistedYarns]

At least they will be able to tell the blankets apart! Glad this will help in the future.

[@angeliqueschuler2663]

This is so helpful!! My rectangles always looked off and I could not figure out what I was doing wrong!! Thank you!!

[@TwistedYarns]

Glad it helped! If you like to work with self-striping yarn, you should check out my other video How to Crochet the moss stitch with self-striping yarn.

[@TwistedYarns]

Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHjHdo17qNCJm6c for How To Crochet the Moss Stitch Untwisted with Self- Striping Yarn.

[@grassgarden]

Thanks for this video! I thought you said color changes would be in the corner? Did I miss understand? Thanks for your help.

[@TwistedYarns]

That is correct but not this video. Here is the link for the new video How to Crochet the Moss Stitch with Self Striping Yarn: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHjHdo17qNCJm6c

[@grassgarden]

@@TwistedYarns ok. Thanks for quick response. I’ll check that out.

[@lidiadantasbrito2126]

Um desafio, muito obrigada pela explicação. 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@TwistedYarns]

Deixe me saber como você faz!😉

[@carolvenezia5378]

Love the double yarn tip for the foundation. And just before I found your video I was trying to calculate measurements for a rectangle. Question is will this formula work for any pattern? Specifically for block stitch. Thanks in advance

[@TwistedYarns]

The formula will work for any pattern that goes around and around with the stitch pattern because you are adding equally on each side. The only difference between length and width is the initial measurement. Have fun! PS. The depth of the stitch itself will tell you in what increments each side will grow. Since the moss stitch is shallow, the pattern will grow about an inch in each direction each round using a #4 yarn. If you use a deeper stitch like a double crochet (3/4 to 1 inch deep or use a thicker yarn), you will grow 1.5 inches to 2 inches each round for width and for length. Happy Crocheting!

[@gilliantempleton3253]

oh this is brilliant.😁

[@elbrown1011]

Thank you! I wish I had found thid years ago!

[@TwistedYarns]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Suzanne_Fenton]

I loved this tutorial but I so wish you had done two more rounds to show more of the places to turn. Also how to connect to the color change as you complete the round. Do you have written patterns or a more extensive tutorial?

[@TwistedYarns]

The written pattern can be found at this link: twistedyarns.com/patterns/moss-stitch-rectangle/

[@TwistedYarns]

Here's the link to another video I did on changing colors in the corner. Perhaps this will shed more light on the subject: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHjHdo17qNCJm6csi=dXZPHBj6c3HMvkgP

[@rebeccabuley1652]

I love this video. Explained everything perfectly. I don't suppose you could make a video for a moss stitch ripple please.

[@TwistedYarns]

Let's see what magic comes out of my yarn basket! Keep watching ...soon!

[@TwistedYarns]

You asked, and here it is! How to Crochet the Moss Stitch Ripple kzbin.info/www/bejne/oYrafmaog9-Wo9U

[@leespencer9843]

So, we only have to 'turn' the first two rounds?

[@TwistedYarns]

You need to turn every round.

[@ArielArtful]

Can you do this with a rectangle granny square blanket?

[@TwistedYarns]

Yes... you can double the yarn for the foundation...yes.. you can turn after every row to keep it untwisted...yes... you can calculate the dimensions for the finished rectangle the same way!

[@karennolte2992]

Great tutorial is there a written pattern available?

[@TwistedYarns]

Yes, there is. Here is a link to the free pattern: twistedyarns.com/patterns/moss-stitch-rectangle/

[@minella4962]

The tip for the length and width is sooo helpful!! But can i do that method for just a normal single/ half double/ double crochet Stitches?

[@TwistedYarns]

Absolutely!! If you are working from the center out, yes. The math is all the same. Happy Crocheting!

[@minella4962]

@@TwistedYarns thank you ❤️

[@Janpre2001]

Well I found this video too late. I was already in about 4" from center when I realized it was getting wonky. I wasn't turning after each row. I also never knew about the double strand for the foundation chain. It always annoyed me that it would stretch out too much in the center because of the foundation chain. I was changing color at the corners so changing color was not a problem but I like your way better. After watching this, I decided to do it your way so I ripped out all my work and will start over. Thanks for the video! I did subscribe and will look forward to more of your videos!

[@TwistedYarns]

Thanks! You may also like my video How to Crochet Moss Stitch with Self-striping Yarn. Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHjHdo17qNCJm6c

[@LeeBoco]

Thank you for this!❤ Will you help me if how many foundation if the size of the bag is 5"x8" inches?🙏 Thank you in advance!

[@TwistedYarns]

Yes, of course I will help, The difference between 8 and 5 is 3 inches. So the foundation chain needs to be 3 inches long. Makes sure to double the yarn for the foundation chain so you get a nice firm center for the rectangle. You would need to tell me how many stitches you get to the inch if you want the exact number of chains to start. Or at least tell me your hook size and what yarn you are using! 😊

[@LeeBoco]

@@TwistedYarns I'm sorry, I entered the wrong size. Can you help me again? How many foundation chains do I need for the size of 15"X8" inches. The hook that I'm going to use is 3.5MM because that is the only hook I have, then the thickness of my yarn is 3ply/1.5mm TWISTED POLYPROPYLENE l if you are familiar with that yarn. Thank you so much in advance for helping as especially for newbies like me. By the way I'm from the philippines.😊❤

[@TwistedYarns]

I'm not familiar with the yarn but since a 3.5 mm hook is equivalent to an E -4 hook in the USA, the yarn should be either a fingering, baby weight or a light sport weight yarn. I think I can give you a pretty good estimate for exactly how many chains to start a 15 x 8 inch rectangle. You want to start by using a double strand of yarn for just the foundation chain. The chain should be an even number of stitches and should measure 7 inches (15-8=7) unstretched. Depending on the weight of the yarn you are using , I think it will 26, 28, 30 or 32 chians to start. So what I would do is chain 26 with a double strand and see if it makes 7 inches unstretched. If not, keep adding 2 more stitches and measuring until you get the 7 inches. I hope that helps! Let me know.

[@LeeBoco]

@@TwistedYarns Hello! Yes I did this!😊 I just followed what you said earlier the diff between 5x8 is 3, which is 3inches. I just did 7inches foundation chains for 15"x8" and I got the exact size!😍 Thank you so much for the advice. I owe you for this. Looking forward for your other tuts!❤ I hope you try to do baby dress as well as their sizes.😊

[@TwistedYarns]

I'm so happy for your. You did great! Happy Crocheting!

[@mshelton11]

I am having trouble keeping the turning point for the round next to the corner. Instead, it works perpendicular to the foundation row. I'm not switching colors, but using a self-striping yarn, so by the time I get a few rounds done, there is a bit of a noticeable line where I make the turns. Is there a way to keep the turning point next to the corner without cutting the yarn?

[@TwistedYarns]

That's an excellent question! Give me a little time and I will come up with a solution!

[@mshelton11]

@@TwistedYarns Thank you! Also - your video is very helpful. So nice to finally be able to have nice corners!

[@TwistedYarns]

Here's the video for using self striping yarn with the moss stitch square or rectangle! This should help with your challenge! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHjHdo17qNCJm6c

[@mshelton11]

Thank you!!!

[@sarahowen6343]

Can I get written directions

[@TwistedYarns]

Written instructions of the Moss Stitch Rectangle - Untwisted are available at this link: twistedyarns.com/patterns/moss-stitch-rectangle/ And they are free!

[@dognamedheff7872]

❤️

[@TwistedYarns]

Glad this is helpful!

[@m-rstringer3750]

Dear Twisted Yarns, you clever thing; what I REALLY need - and don't see among your channel's videos - is an instruction on how to do moss stitch to and fro - horizontally, I s'pose I mean. And by this apparently inane question I don't mean how to do the stitch itself, but HOW TO KEEP STRAIGHT EDGES. I'm hopeless trying to keep (what I call) linen stitch edges perfect - can't do it. Need an expert to give me the gen. PLEASE !

[@TwistedYarns]

Hmmm.... I love a challenge....soon.

[@TwistedYarns]

I just posted a new video How to Crochet the Moss Stitch Back and Forth. Here's the link. I think this will address your question! kzbin.info/www/bejne/onrCYXhodtVlrZo

[@m-rstringer3750]

@@TwistedYarns You came good ! :D I thought you might have decided it wasn't worth the trouble; but no, you're a dedicated woman of your word ! Thank-you: I admire that !

[@TwistedYarns]

Well, I think I went overboard and did a sequel to the Moss Stitch Back and Forth... check out the latest Moss Stitch Tweeds, Dots and Stripes. It's fun and easy to do using these same techniques with color changes! Hope you enjoy!

[@TwistedYarns]

Oops! Here's the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/sICkfZenh5pgiLc

[@cindyburt9171]

Thanks!

[@TwistedYarns]

Thank you so much!