Mosaic Crochet Counter
Track chart rows and color instructions.
How Mosaic Crochet Counter Works?
The Mosaic Crochet Counter works by counting Mosaic Row and tracking the Working Color for each row. Mosaic crochet works 1 colour per row and drops long dc stitches into lower rows to make the pattern.
Pick the method
Choose overlay mosaic (front-loop dc into 2 rows below) or inset mosaic (dc and chain spaces).
Track the colour
Press → to switch Working Color at each row change, usually every row or every 2 rows.
Count rows
Tap the count pad or press Space as each mosaic row ends.
Read the chart
Mark each chart row as done to avoid repeating a row.
Mosaic Crochet Counter Formula
The Mosaic Crochet Counter formula is working colour = colour A on odd rows, colour B on even rows for a 1-row colour change. Chart rows equal crochet rows in mosaic.
- Colour on a row
A if R mod 2 = 1R is the Mosaic Row.
- Rows per chart
Rows = chart heightEach chart row is 1 crochet row.
- Ends to weave
Ends = 2 × rowsOverlay mosaic cuts the yarn every row, unless worked in the round.
Worked example: Row 23 of a 2-colour overlay mosaic chart is worked in colour A, since 23 mod 2 = 1.
Mosaic Crochet Counter Conversion Table
The Mosaic Crochet Counter conversion table compares overlay and inset mosaic crochet.
| Feature | Overlay mosaic | Inset mosaic |
|---|---|---|
| Main stitch | sc in back loop only (BLO) | sc and ch-1 spaces |
| Pattern stitch | Front-loop dc 2 rows below | dc into ch-1 space below |
| Rows per colour | 1 | 2 |
| Yarn cut per row | Yes (flat) | No |
| Back looks | Ridged | Neat stripes |
Leave 6 in (15 cm) tails at both ends of every overlay row and work them into a fringe or border.
What is Mosaic Crochet Counter?
A Mosaic Crochet Counter is a counter that tracks chart rows and colours in mosaic crochet. Mosaic crochet makes geometric patterns with 1 colour per row.
Mosaic charts depend on exact row and colour order. A swapped colour or a skipped row breaks the motif.
The Stitches Counter tool saves the row and colour in your browser.
What are the uses of Mosaic Crochet Counter?
There are 4 main uses of the Mosaic Crochet Counter, including blankets, cushions and mandalas.
Blankets
Work geometric mosaic blankets.
Cushions
Work mosaic cushion fronts.
Mandalas
Work mosaic rounds.
Bags
Work mosaic bag panels.
About the Mosaic Crochet Counter
Follow overlay or inset mosaic crochet charts with indicators for back-loop-only stitches and dropped double-crochets in front loops.
How to Use This Tool Efficiently
- ✓In overlay mosaic crochet, all rows are worked from the Right Side with yarn cut each row.
- ✓Drop-down double crochets are worked into the unworked front loop 2 rows below.
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