Project
Make a 4" × 4" coaster using the Granite/Moss stitch. This stitch goes by many names and is also known as the linen or woven stitch. It is great for creating an airy fabric with excellent drape.
📋 Instructions
Follow the pattern using the stitch dictionary on the Design Crochet website:
- Use worsted weight yarn and a 5 mm hook.
- Start with a chain of 15.
- Work in the granite stitch pattern across the row.
- Repeat the pattern for approximately 17 rows, maintaining even tension and straight edges.
- Leave about a 6-inch tail at the start and end, and weave in all ends, including ends from previous practice squares.
🎯 Objective
Gain confidence following a stitch diagram while crocheting a real project, using stitch markers to manage repeats and turning points accurately.
🔀 Optional Variation
- Research granite stitch variations to see how designers use it in scarves, dishcloths, and other projects.
- Explore the Lemon Peel/Griddle Stitch and Mock Bubble Stitch on the Design Crochet website to see how alternating basic stitches can create a textured, unique fabric.
Reflection & Next Steps
✅ Skill Check
- Can you identify each symbol in your diagram by name and stitch type?
- Can you follow a short diagram without written instructions?
- Do your stitches align with what’s shown visually?
👀 Looking Ahead
Next week, we’ll build on the basics by exploring more complex stitches—adding new textures, shaping your fabric with increases and decreases, and seeing how stitch variations create visual interest. These stitches may look advanced, but they’re really just simple extensions of the foundational techniques you’ve already learned.
Community Connection
📸 Share Your Progress
Post a photo of your first few rows with #LearnToCrochetDC. Show your symbol notes or color-coded legend!
💬 Group Discussion
How did following the diagram change your understanding of stitch placement? Which symbol felt most natural to recognize as you worked? Did seeing your stitches visually mapped help you anticipate the next row?
