![Double moss stitch](https://www.lavisch.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/221109_Double-moss-stitch_sq-1024x1024.jpg)
Double moss stitch, like moss stitch and seed stitch, is a classic textured knitting stitch. It’s a very simple stitch pattern, using only knits and purls. This stitch pattern is worked on both right side and wrong side rows, and is a multiple of 4 stitches. Because the patterning alternates knits and purls, it creates a fabric that does not curl. This makes it a very lovely alternative for garter stitch or rib stitch to create non-rolling edges for your project. Also, because it’s virtually the same on both sides of the fabric, it’s a very good choice for those cases where both sides can be visible.
Materials used
![Paintbox Simply DK Vintage Pink](https://www.lavisch.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Paintbox-Simply-DK-Vintage-Pink-1024x1024.jpg)
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Yarn: Paintbox Yarns Simply DK, a good value, good quality 100% acrylic yarn, here in the color 155 Vintage Pink.
Knitting needles: This is a pair of straights that I picked up at the second-hand store when I started knitting, brand unknown.
Stitches used
- k – knit
- p – purl
- RS / WS – right side / wrong side
Double moss stitch instructions
Work the following 4 rows for the pattern:
Row 1 (RS): *K2, p2; rep from * to end.
Row 2 (WS): *K2, p2; rep from * to end.
Row 3: *P2, k2; rep from * to end.
Row 4: *P2, k2; rep from * to end.
As you can see, rows 1 and 2 and the same, as are rows 3 and 4. This is a very simple stitch pattern that can really help you learn how to read your knitting. Try it!
![A picture of double moss stitch](https://www.lavisch.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Double-moss-stitch_2-1024x1024.jpg)
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