Red Heart Scrubby Patterns for the Kitchen
To kick off our four months of new scrubby patterns Red Heart is taking us to the kitchen. What better place in your home to start with making scrubby patterns. Scrubby original is PERFECT for making washcloths and dishcloths. Because it is polyester it will dry much faster than cotton and it doesn’t get that moldy smell because of water sitting in it. Start or continue your Scrubby journey with these six FREE Kitchen Fun scrubby patterns from Red Heart.
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May Kitchen Scrubby Patterns:
#1 Lattice Washcloth Designed By: Cassandra Bibler
Project Materials:
- RED HEART® Scrubby Smoothie®: 1 ball 9205 Aqua
- Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9]
- Yarn needle
- FREE Lattice Washcloth Pattern
#2 Post Stitch Washcloth Designed By: Cassandra Bibler
Project Materials:
- RED HEART® Scrubby Cotton™: 1 ball each 7275 Coral A, 7683 Denim B, 7105 Loofa C
- Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5mm [US H-8]
- Yarn needle
- FREE Post Stitch Washcloth Pattern
#3 Week of Knit Scrubbies Designed By: Michelle Maks
Project Materials:
- RED HEART® Scrubby Sparkle™: 1 ball each 8570 Grape A, 8215 Lemon B, 8001 Marshmallow C, 8930 Watermelon D, 8690 Avocado E, 8506 Ice Pop F, and 8260 Orange G
- Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8]
- Yarn needle
- FREE Week of Knit Scrubbies Pattern
#4 Stepped Stripes Dishcloth Designed By: Cassandra Bibler
Project Materials:
- RED HEART® Scrubby Smoothie®: 1 ball each 9313 Loofa A, 2136 Tide B
- Susan Bates® Crochet Hook: 5.5mm [US I-9]
- Yarn needle
- FREE Stepped Stripes Dishcloth Pattern
#5 Colorblock Knit Washcloth Designed By: Bobbi Anderson
Project Materials:
- RED HEART® Scrubby Cotton®: 1 ball each: 7586 Jade A, 7939 Tranquil Print B
- Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 5mm [US 8]
- Yarn needle
- FREE Colorblock Knit Washcloth Pattern
#6 Make it Shine Knit Scrubby Designed By: Michele Maks
Project Materials:
- RED HEART® Scrubby™: 1 ball each 934 Candy A, 709 Bubblegum B
- Susan Bates® Knitting Needles: 6 mm [US 10]
- Yarn needle
- FREE Make it Shine Knit Scrubby Pattern
Good. Clean. Fun. With Scrubby Schedule:
Each month there will be a new theme for the scrubby patterns. The new patterns will be available for FREE on the Red Heart website. We will have links to all of the patterns here in their own post.
Enter to Win:
Throughout the next four months you will have the chance to win a $100 prize package from Red Heart Yarns. To enter you will need to tell Red Heart your story with Scrubby and each month they will select FIVE winners! For more information and to enter head to their site.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Heart Scrubby yarn and why is it special?
Red Heart Scrubby is a specialty yarn with a loofah-like texture built into the yarn itself… it’s made with polyester fibers that have a slightly rough, exfoliating surface. When crocheted into dishcloths or scrubbers, the yarn creates a scrubbing action that works beautifully for cleaning dishes, scrubbing vegetables, or exfoliating in the bathroom. Unlike cotton dishcloths that are soft and absorbent, Scrubby yarn has actual cleaning texture. It’s machine washable and dries quickly, making it very practical for kitchen use.
What patterns work best with Red Heart Scrubby yarn?
Simple, flat patterns in basic stitches! The scrubby texture is the star, so you don’t need complex stitch patterns to make beautiful, functional items. Simple single crochet, half double crochet, or basic stitch pattern dishcloths are perfect. Rounds or squares both work well. The collection of patterns in this post showcases different designs that work with the yarn’s texture. One note: because Scrubby yarn is slightly textured, very detailed stitch patterns can be harder to see clearly… keep it relatively simple and let the yarn do the work.
Are Scrubby yarn dishcloths actually more effective than regular cotton ones?
For different tasks, yes! Regular cotton dishcloths excel at absorption… soaking up spills, drying surfaces. Scrubby dishcloths excel at scrubbing… removing stuck-on food, cleaning textured surfaces. Many crafters make both types and use them for different kitchen tasks. The Scrubby texture is particularly good for scrubbing dishes, cleaning the stovetop, and wiping down counters where you need a bit of abrasion. For delicate surfaces or mopping up spills, a regular cotton cloth works better. Having both in your kitchen is the best approach!
How do I care for finished Scrubby yarn items?
Machine wash is the beauty of this yarn! Just toss them in the washing machine with your regular laundry. They dry quickly and maintain their scrubbing texture wash after wash. Replace them when the texture starts to wear down noticeably or when they show significant wear. Because they’re quick to make and affordable to yarn for, replacing kitchen scrubbers as they wear out is no burden… it’s a nice excuse to make more! Making a batch of several at once means you always have a fresh one ready.
Can I use Scrubby yarn with other yarns in the same project?
Yes! Combining Scrubby yarn with a regular cotton or acrylic (held together or alternating sections) creates dishcloths that have both scrubbing and absorption properties. Some crafters work the scrubby side as one section of a double-layered cloth with cotton on the other side. Alternating rows of Scrubby and cotton gives a cloth that both scrubs and absorbs in the same piece. Experiment and see what combination works best for your kitchen cleaning habits.
Categories: Crochet, Free Patterns, Knitting, Pattern, Round Ups
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