The Lunar Moss Wall Hanging Free Pattern – Crochet a Textured Moon Phase Tapestry

Bring celestial calm to your walls with this bohemian crochet wall hanging, featuring a full moon and crescent phases in soft mossy greens and cream. The chunky texture and fringe make it a cozy, organic statement piece for any room. This free pattern is perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, offering a satisfying project that combines simple stitches with stunning colorwork. The finished piece measures approximately 24 inches wide by 30 inches long, making it an ideal focal point for a living room, bedroom, or entryway.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following materials. All yarn is super bulky weight (category 6), which ensures quick progress and a wonderfully thick, cozy texture.

• Yarn: Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick (super bulky, 6) in the following colors:
  • MC (Main Color): 'Moss' (green) – approximately 2 skeins
  • CC1: 'Oatmeal' (cream) – 1 skein
  • CC2: 'Charcoal' (dark gray) – 1 skein
  • CC3: 'Goldenrod' (mustard yellow) – 1 skein
• Hook: 8.0 mm (L) crochet hook
• Other: Tapestry needle for weaving in ends, scissors

Gauge: 4 dc x 2 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in double crochet. Important: Gauge is not critical for this project, but maintaining consistent tension will ensure your wall hanging is the correct size.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Abbreviations

• ch = chain
• sc = single crochet
• dc = double crochet
• sl st = slip stitch
• st(s) = stitch(es)
• MC = Main Color (Moss)
• CC1 = Oatmeal
• CC2 = Charcoal
• CC3 = Goldenrod

Pattern Notes: The wall hanging is worked flat from the bottom up. The moon phases are created using color changes and simple intarsia crochet. When changing colors, carry the unused yarn loosely on the back of the work. Do not cut the yarn until instructed, as you will need it for subsequent rows.

Bottom Border (Rows 1-4)

Row 1 (bottom edge): With MC, ch 46. Dc in the 4th ch from the hook (the first 3 ch count as your first dc) and in each ch across. You should have 44 dc stitches. Turn.

Rows 2-4: Ch 3 (this counts as your first dc), dc in each st across. (44 dc). Turn. At the end of Row 4, fasten off MC.

Full Moon Section (Rows 5-11)

This section creates the large, charcoal full moon in the center of the tapestry. You will work with CC1 (Oatmeal) on the sides and CC2 (Charcoal) in the middle.

Row 5: Join CC1 (Oatmeal) with a sl st in the first st. Ch 3, dc in the next 10 sts (11 sts total in CC1). Switch to CC2 (Charcoal), dc in the next 22 sts. Switch back to CC1, dc in the last 11 sts. (44 dc). Turn.

Row 6: Ch 3, dc in the next 9 sts (10 sts total in CC1). With CC2, dc in the next 24 sts. With CC1, dc in the last 10 sts. Turn.

Row 7: Ch 3, dc in the next 8 sts (9 sts total in CC1). With CC2, dc in the next 26 sts. With CC1, dc in the last 9 sts. Turn.

Row 8: Ch 3, dc in the next 7 sts (8 sts total in CC1). With CC2, dc in the next 28 sts. With CC1, dc in the last 8 sts. Turn.

Row 9: Ch 3, dc in the next 6 sts (7 sts total in CC1). With CC2, dc in the next 30 sts. With CC1, dc in the last 7 sts. Turn.

Row 10: Ch 3, dc in the next 5 sts (6 sts total in CC1). With CC2, dc in the next 32 sts. With CC1, dc in the last 6 sts. Turn.

Row 11: Ch 3, dc in the next 4 sts (5 sts total in CC1). With CC2, dc in the next 34 sts. With CC1, dc in the last 5 sts. Turn. Fasten off CC1 and CC2.

Middle Border (Rows 12-15)

Row 12: With MC, ch 3, dc in each st across. (44 dc). Turn.

Rows 13-15: Ch 3, dc in each st across. (44 dc). Turn. At the end of Row 15, fasten off MC.

Crescent Moon Section (Rows 16-22)

This section creates the smaller goldenrod crescent moon on the right side. You will work with CC3 (Goldenrod) on the left and right sides, and MC (Moss) in the middle.

Row 16: Join CC3 (Goldenrod) with a sl st in the first st. Ch 3, dc in the next 14 sts (15 sts total in CC3). Switch to MC, dc in the next 14 sts. Switch back to CC3, dc in the last 15 sts. (44 dc). Turn.

Row 17: Ch 3, dc in the next 13 sts (14 sts total in CC3). With MC, dc in the next 16 sts. With CC3, dc in the last 14 sts. Turn.

Row 18: Ch 3, dc in the next 12 sts (13 sts total in CC3). With MC, dc in the next 18 sts. With CC3, dc in the last 13 sts. Turn.

Row 19: Ch 3, dc in the next 11 sts (12 sts total in CC3). With MC, dc in the next 20 sts. With CC3, dc in the last 12 sts. Turn.

Row 20: Ch 3, dc in the next 10 sts (11 sts total in CC3). With MC, dc in the next 22 sts. With CC3, dc in the last 11 sts. Turn.

Row 21: Ch 3, dc in the next 9 sts (10 sts total in CC3). With MC, dc in the next 24 sts. With CC3, dc in the last 10 sts. Turn.

Row 22: Ch 3, dc in the next 8 sts (9 sts total in CC3). With MC, dc in the next 26 sts. With CC3, dc in the last 9 sts. Turn. Fasten off CC3 and MC.

Top Border (Rows 23-24)

Row 23: Join CC1 (Oatmeal) with a sl st in the first st. Ch 3, dc in each st across. (44 dc). Turn.

Row 24: Ch 3, dc in each st across. (44 dc). Fasten off.

Finishing Touches

Fringe

Cut 8-inch lengths of MC, CC1, CC2, and CC3. For each fringe, fold 2 strands together (you can mix colors for a varied look, or keep them matching). Insert your hook through the bottom edge of Row 1, pull the folded loop through, and pull the ends through the loop. Tighten gently. Space the fringe every 2 stitches across the bottom edge. Once all fringe is attached, trim the ends evenly to 6 inches.

Hanging Loop

With MC, ch 30. Sl st to form a loop. Using a tapestry needle, securely attach the loop to the top corners of the wall hanging. Weave in all loose ends with your tapestry needle, being careful to hide them within the stitches so they are invisible from the front.

Your Lunar Moss Wall Hanging is now complete! Hang it on a wooden dowel, a branch, or directly on a nail for a beautiful, bohemian touch to your home. The combination of earthy tones and celestial motifs creates a serene, organic aesthetic that will be admired by all who see it.