Knit the Christmas Tree Scrubby in Red Heart Scrubby Yarn

Learn how to knit the Christmas Tree Scrubby just in time for the holidays! Change up the colors to match the tree in your home, or in someone’s favorite colors as a gift as I did. Makes a great stocking stuffer as a dishcloth or a washcloth.

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About the Pattern:

The first thing that you may notice when you look at the materials list is that there is both a knitting needle and crochet hook. This patter is a knit pattern but you will use the crochet hook to add the embellishment to the tree with surface crochet. There are only two colors required for this pattern and you will be able to make a few of these with that one ball. Try adding some other colors to decorate your tree or change the color of the garland so that each person you make it for knows which is theirs.

Although the scrubby looks like it is two parts that are sewn together really it is worked as once piece. We will start at the base of the tree with the stem and then I will teach you how to cast on additional stitches on both sides so that you have the start of your tree. Working decreases along the sides we will finish with the tree shape. At the very top we will again cast on more stitches and work some i-cord to create the ring at the top to hang your washcloth/dishcloth.

Christmas Tree Scrubby Materials:

• RED HEART® Scrubby™: 1 ball each 620 Lime A, and 905 Cherry B
• Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 4mm [US 6]
• Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 6mm [US J-10] (for garland, optional)
• Yarn needle
• FREE Christmas Tree Scrubby Pattern

Video Tutorial:

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really make this scrubby without crochet?

Honestly… you’ll need a crochet hook for the little garland part! The main scrubby itself is knit, but we use the crochet hook for the surface crochet embellishment to add that cute garland detail. It’s optional though if you want to skip that bit!

How long does it take to make one Christmas Tree Scrubby?

So here’s the thing… the page doesn’t actually say how long it takes to make. But since it’s described as an advanced beginner pattern, it probably won’t take too long once you get the hang of it!

Is this pattern really just one piece? It looks like two parts!

Yes! That’s the clever part… it really is worked as one piece. We start with the stem, then cast on for the tree shape, work some decreases, and then cast on again at the top for the hanging loop. So neat!

What kind of yarn do I need for this project?

You’ll want to grab some RED HEART® Scrubby™ yarn! The pattern uses two colors: Lime for the tree and Cherry for the trunk and garland. You can totally change up the colors to match your decor or make them special gifts!

Can I make this scrubby in colors other than green and red?

Yes! The pattern suggests using Lime and Cherry, but it also mentions changing up the colors to match your tree at home or for gifts. You could even make a whole set in different colors!