Need an Alternative to Dishcloth/Washcloth Patterns?
Try one of 6 these delightful knitted scrubber patterns and get three-dimensional
Are you tired of knitting washcloths or dishcloths?
Washcloths and dishcloths are popular knitting projects, and they’re a marvelous way to use cotton yarn. But sometimes… they can feel a little same-y, like they’re all running together. 🥱
If you’re ready to shake up your utilitarian knitting…
to make something equally practical but with a little more juice…
… why not make scrubbers?
Why Scrubbers Rather Than Dishcloths or Washcloths?
Knitted scrubber patterns differ from dishcloth or washcloth patterns in one essential way: they’re three-dimensional.
They often appear to have a sort of gathered appearance, where several sides meet together in the center.
They’re often (but not always) round.
Like dish or washcloth patterns, they can either be used to scrub dishes at the sink or to get skin good and clean in the shower or tub or sink. 🚿
In short, scrubbers make a great addition to dishcloths and washcloths in your knitted-home-accessories repertoire. And they make a great alternative when you’re a little weary of dishcloths and washcloths.
They make a fantastic gift (particularly in a set!), and they can also be quite ideal for charity knitting or fundraising. 🎁
Take a look at the fabulous options below!
6 Delightful Ways to Knit Scrubbies
1. Knitted Kitchen Scrubbie Tutorial
- What you’ll need to make it: 30 to 40 yards worsted weight cotton yarn; 3 yards medium tulle; US Size 9 needles; scissors or rotary cutter and mat; scrap of cardboard or empty paper towel tube (optional)
- Why you’ll want to: This clever pattern/tutorial shows you how to make “tulle yarn” and incorporate it into a knitted scrubber for even more scrubbing power!
Photo: DROPS Design by Garnstudio
2. Soap Saver
- What you’ll need to make it: 82 yards worsted weight cotton; US Size 7 circular needles or DPNs (depending on how you prefer to knit in the round)
- Why you’ll want to: Not only does this make a delightful gift, but because this scrubber holds a bar of soap inside, it makes a great charity gift for homeless folks as well.
Photo: Abigail-1870 Pearl on Ravelry
3. Tribble
- What you’ll need to make it: 30 yards worsted weight cotton yarn; US Size 6 needles (or whatever size feels comfortable to you)
- Why you’ll want to: These cute scrubbers are so small that they knit up in a flash, so you can easily whip up a bunch as gifts!
Need some scrubby yarn?
Cotton yarn will work fine with most of these patterns, but if you want to add a boost of scrub with yarn, try this one!
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Photo: Yarnspirations
4. Red Heart Back Scrubber
- What you’ll need to make it: 92 yards aran “scrubby” yarn; US Size 7 needles; crochet hook
- Why you’ll want to: What could be better in the shower than a scrubbie? How about one that can help you scrub your back? The clever handles on this scrubber help elevate this scrubber into a wonderful gift.
Photo: Maryann Walsh
5. Two Tone Tawashi
- What you’ll need to make it: 30 to 40 yards worsted weight cotton or acrylic yarn (in 2 different colors); US Size 9 needles
- Why you’ll want to: This pattern produces delightful round scrubbers of two different colors. It’s a great way to use multiple colors of leftover yarn.
6. Soapy the Soap Turtle
- What you’ll need to make it: 150 yards worsted weight cotton in one color and another 50 yards in a second color; DPNs and/or circular needles in a size appropriate to your yarn, depending on how you prefer to knit in the round (but be sure to have at least 2 DPNs for the I-cord)
- Why you’ll want to: This little turtle-shaped scrubber is too cute for words. Makes a great gift for kids, or for any adult who loves turtles. (Like me! 😁)
Whether you want a knitted scrubber pattern for yourself or to give as a special gift, any of these projects are sure to delight everyone around!
