Stitch Library How to Crochet Inset Mosaic: Free Chart & Tutorial Updated March 31, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!211Shares Learn how to crochet inset mosaic with my free chart and video tutorial in both right and left-handed versions. Mosaic crochet is easier than it looks and creates an incredible surface pattern! This blog post will help you understand the basics of inset mosaic. If you’ve always wanted to try this technique but felt too intimidated by the patterns, you’re in the right place! You’ll be hooked on mosaic crochet in no time! TABLE OF CONTENTS1. What is Mosaic Crochet 2. The Difference Between Overlay & Inset 3. Overlay4. Inset5. Pin For Later 6. Materials & Tools7. Where to Buy Yarn8. Free PDF Chart9. Pattern Notes10. Inset Front 11. Inset Back12. Pattern Support13. Terms & Abbreviations 14. Video Tutorials15. Right-handed 16. Left-handed17. 3 Ways to Deal with Your Ends 18. Mosaic Crochet Blanket PatternsVIEW MORE▼ What is Mosaic Crochet Mosaic crochet is a colourwork technique that uses simple stitches to create beautiful, intricate-looking patterns. Despite its detailed appearance, it’s surprisingly beginner-friendly because you only work with one colour of yarn per row, reducing the need for frequent yarn changes. The magic lies in strategically placed stitches, often UK double or treble stitches, which build up bold geometric designs, stripes, and motifs that look far more complex than they are to make. Mosaic crochet can be worked in different styles, such as overlay or inset, each offering its own unique finish, making it a versatile and rewarding technique for crocheters of all levels. The Difference Between Overlay & Inset Overlay Stitches worked into the blo only of the current row or the flo only of the stitch 2 rows down. Pattern work in one row of each colour without turning. Yarn tied off at the end of each row which created lots of ends. CLICK HERE to learn Overlay Mosaic. Inset Stitches worked into full stitch. Pattern worked in 2 rows of each colour turning at the end of row. Yarn is not tied off so there aren’t lot’s of ends and you can ‘float’ up yarn. Pin For Later Materials & Tools Yarn: You can use any weight yarn and corresponding crochet hook. In the videos I have used MillaMia Naturally Soft Aran in Stone and Ice. Hook: 5.5mm or check your chosen yarn band for the recommended hook size. Scissors Darning Needle Where to Buy Yarn Wool Warehouse we crochet Mary maxium love crafts Herrschners Free PDF Chart click here to download Pattern Notes Written in UK terms. This technique is worked back and forth working 2 rows of one colour at a time. You do not need to tie off your yarn. Stitches are worked into the full stitch. You will be creating space for the ‘drop down’ treble by creating a chain space. Inset Front Inset Back Pattern Support The fastest way to get pattern support is to ask in our dedicated facebook group for Bella Coco Crochet patterns. This is the best place for you to connect with other crocheters. Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this. Terms & Abbreviations Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook. Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook. Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops. Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops. How to Crochet – A Handy Reference Guide eBook Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your crochet stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE. Video Tutorials Right-handed Or you can watch on YouTube Left-handed Or you can watch on YouTube 3 Ways to Deal with Your Ends Don’t let all those ends put you off exploring this stunning technique, because I have three ways of how you can deal with all those ends! click here: 3 ways to deal with ends Mosaic Crochet Blanket Patterns free pattern: mosaic crochet baby blanket Frosty pines throw Want to keep up with what’s new on Bella Coco Crochet? The best way is to sign up to my newsletter, you get a weekly inbox that’s packed full of patterns, crochet chat and more! KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!211Shares Further Reading... How to Crochet Mini Basket Weave: Free Pattern & Tutorial July 22, 2024 How to Crochet a Hexagon Granny: Free Pattern August 21, 2025 Free Granny Square Pattern – Circle of Hope May 3, 2023 5 Comments Jessica-Jean July 27, 2021 at 8:56 pm I’m interested, but wish there were a text version. I’m just not keen on video tutorials. Reply Sara August 31, 2022 at 2:44 pm do you recommend any particular border when finished? would love to hear. Thank you. Reply Rena October 9, 2022 at 8:25 pm The link to the pdf pattern is broken. Can you repost? Thank you! Reply Angel August 3, 2024 at 12:42 am Hi bella coco With the insert mosaic when you do the treble down in the chain two space are you going through the front loop or are you going through the stitch it self? Reply Angel August 4, 2024 at 11:52 pm Hi i have a question In the inset mosaic video are you going through the front loop of the stitch when you are doing your drop down treble or are you going in between the stitch it self. As i am making this for a christmas present and need to make sure i am doing it right i have been watch the video alot to study it but wasnt sure with the treble. Please help. Reply Leave a Reply Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
