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August 17, 2015 · by Beverly

Knit Scrubbie Pattern Using Red Heart Scrubby Yarn

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Scrubbie Knitting Pattern using Red Heart Scrubby Yarn

If you’re a knitter or a crocheter, you’ve probably seen your share of scrubbie patterns.  And all those scrubbie patterns most likely had the same thing in common – they were made out of strips of nylon net.

Nylon net is abrasive and makes a nice little scrubbie for doing the dishes.  I just wish I had the patience for cutting up all that nylon net into little strips and tying them together.  You would think for someone that likes to make her own stuff, that I would be more excited about making my own yarn out of nylon net. But, no.  Sorry.  Boring.

And that’s why I perked up and took notice when I found a new yarn made by Red Heart.

Scrubby Yarn!

Scrubbie Knitting Pattern using Red Heart Scrubby Yarn

I saw (and bought!) the Red Heart Scrubby Yarn at both Walmart and at Hobby Lobby so there are some larger retailers that are now carrying it.  If you can’t find it at a local store, it’s also available on Amazon. (you can check it out here: Red Heart Scrubby Yarn)

Now this yarn is not nylon net.  But it does have lots of extra little nubs that give your finished knitted piece some extra scrubbing power.  I got busy and created a simple little pattern to use this new yarn for knitting up some scrubbies.

After playing around with the yarn for a bit, I decided this yarn works best when held double as you knit.  I made a scrubbie holding two strands of the scrubby yarn together as I knit, and I also made some scrubbies holding one strand of the scrubby yarn with one strand of a cotton yarn.  Both those options made a nice little scrubbie that was kind of a cross between a washcloth and a scrubbie.

Scrubbie Knitting Pattern using Red Heart Scrubby Yarn

Here’s my quick and simple scrubbie pattern:

Knit Scrubbie Pattern

(Printable pattern option is at the end of this post)

Needles:  Size 8 Knitting Needles (US size)

Yarns: Red Heart Scrubby Yarn and a cotton yarn (like Sugar ‘n Cream or I Love This Cotton)

Yarn is held double while knitting this pattern.  Choose one of the options below:

Option 1:  Knit with two strands of scrubby yarn. (for this option the cotton yarn is not needed)

Option 2:  Knit with one strand of scrubby yarn and one strand of cotton yarn

Cast on 15 stitches.

Knit in garter stitch (knit every row) until piece measures 3″ from the beginning (about 22 rows).

Bind off loosely.  (binding off loosely helps you slip the scrubby yarn off the needle, and makes for a stretchier edge on your scrubbie too).

To finish, weave in any yarn ends as necessary.

Scrubbie Knitting Pattern using Red Heart Scrubby Yarn

As you can see, this is a super basic pattern.  After all, we’re just making rectangles. 🙂

Your finished rectangle scrubbie should be about 4″x3″ which was a size I thought was about right . . . although when I put a couple of them by the sink and we started using them, Hubby and I had different reactions:

First I did the dishes . . . 

ME:  Hmmm, maybe I made these scrubbies too big.  Maybe I should adjust the pattern and make them a wee bit smaller.

And then Hubby did the dishes . . . 

HUBBY:  Hey, those new scrubbies you made?  I think you need to make them a little bigger.

Ha!  So if you want a dainty scrubbie, cast on few less stitches and knit fewer rows.  But if you want a manly scrubbie, cast on a few more stitches and knit a few more rows.

Just make your own scrubbie rectangles in a size you like – and have fun!

Related Reading:

  • How to Knit Round Scrubbies
  • How to Knit No-Holes Diagonal Dishcloths
  • How to Knit a Towel Topper
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Scrubbie Knitting Pattern using Red Heart Scrubby Yarn
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Knit Scrubbies made with Red Heart Scrubby Yarn

These scrubbies work up quickly using Red Heart Scrubby Yarn. The yarn is held double in this pattern to give the scrubbies extra thickness. You can either use two strands of scrubby yarn or pair the scrubby yarn with a cotton yarn. Both options work well and it's fun to pair different colors together too!
Author: Beverly

Equipment:

  • Size 8 Knitting Needles (US)
  • Red Heart Scrubby Yarn
  • Cotton Yarn, such as Sugar 'N Cream (for Option #2 only)

Instructions:

Note: The yarn is held double while knitting this pattern. Choose one of the following options:

    Option #1 – Use two strands of Scrubby Yarn

      Option #2 – Use one strand of Scrubby Yarn and one strand of cotton yarn

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        • Cast on 15 stitches
        • Knit in garter stitch (knit every row) until piece measures 3" from the beginning (about 22 rows).
        • Bind off loosely. (Binding off loosely helps you slip the scrubby yarn off the needles and makes for a stretchier edge on the scrubbie too.
        • To finish, weave in any yarn ends as necessary.
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        1. Robin says

          November 29, 2020 at 12:07 pm

          Love this pattern but I found it hard to cast off, I kept dropping the scrubbie yarn, then I had an idea, I use a crochet hook in my right hand, knit two stitches then pull the second one thru the first stitch. And continue to the end, no more dropped stitches😊

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        2. Pam says

          November 15, 2020 at 8:07 pm

          Great patterns – especially round knitted scrubby! Thank you

          Reply
        3. Heather says

          June 14, 2020 at 9:01 am

          So quick to make up thanks for sharing

          Reply
        4. jeanychan says

          February 14, 2020 at 6:49 pm

          thank you again for those beautiful pattern

          Reply
        5. Sue Barton says

          October 28, 2019 at 6:10 pm

          Thank you for the instructions, it’s always instructive to see how other people make their knit things. I have made one knit scrubby (about 4 x 4″) and my hubby uses it to wash dishes. He wasn’t sure he would like it, but he likes it a lot. I have been looking for fancier patterns, but I don’t think that’s likely in knitting since the design is absorbed in the fluff.

          Reply
        6. Yvonne Zadonia says

          September 23, 2019 at 12:38 pm

          How much did you sell them for? That’s a lot of product.

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            September 23, 2019 at 7:12 pm

            I just made them for myself . . . but I probably should be selling them!

            Reply
        7. Linda says

          January 15, 2019 at 12:19 pm

          I’m generally a loose knitter but with the two stands of this scrubbie yarn I find I’m really struggling for the stitches not to be tight. Any hints?

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          • Beverly says

            January 27, 2019 at 8:22 pm

            Perhaps if you go up one size of needle it will help.

            Reply
        8. Lu says

          December 30, 2018 at 3:34 am

          Such an easy project. I recently made over 225 in different color combinations and sold every one at a craft fair. Color combinations are endless. I made them about 5”x6” which I think is a nice size to do dishes.

          Also, I knitted using double strands of poly scrubby yarn. I did try knitting poly and cotton scrubby yarn together but did not care for the softer cotton cleaning ability and longer drying time. I prefer knitting two poly strands together.

          The first scrubby I made as a test case is over 4 yrs old and I’ve used it every single day to do dishes.

          Everyone that I’ve given it to just loves using it.

          Reply
        9. Debbie says

          October 22, 2018 at 10:17 pm

          I love this scrubbie pattern, I made several yesterday. It takes only a short time to finish and they make wonderful gifts. I made a larger one for my son. He thought it was great and wanted to wash my dishes to try it. What a guy. Anyway thanks for this pattern I’m going to get a lot of use from it.

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        10. Barbara Swetz says

          October 13, 2018 at 12:00 pm

          Thank you for sharing. I am sending this pattern to my sister, the knitter and crocheter. I bought scrubbies at a farmer’s market and knew sister would like to give some away as stocking stuffers.

          Reply
        11. Anne says

          September 5, 2018 at 12:35 pm

          Thanks, they are great and easy to make..

          Reply
        12. Sarah P. says

          April 6, 2018 at 10:53 pm

          This is a great pattern! I have made several of these dishcloth and gave away. They work great and everone loves them! Thank you!

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          • Beverly says

            April 10, 2018 at 12:28 pm

            So glad you like the pattern Sarah and that you’re sharing your finished scrubbies with others too. 🙂

            Reply
        13. Marie Gempis says

          March 31, 2018 at 11:52 am

          can i use this yarn for making a body loofah? should i use two strands of scrubbie yarn or one scrubbie yarn and a cotton yarn? thanks, mgc

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            April 15, 2018 at 9:15 pm

            Actually I have knit some bath loofahs and have preferred to use the Red Heart Scrubby Sparkle yarn. I use that double.

            Reply
            • Sandie iller says

              January 20, 2019 at 3:53 pm

              where can I find a pattern for a knit loofah?

              Reply
              • Sandie Miller says

                January 20, 2019 at 3:58 pm

                where can I find a pattern for a knit loofah?

                Reply
        14. Carol Anne Lawless says

          February 19, 2018 at 2:23 pm

          I’ve made so many of these from your pattern. My family and friends love them. So I had to head back here to thank you.

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            February 20, 2018 at 2:33 pm

            Thanks so much for letting me know Carol! I’m glad you’ve enjoyed the pattern. 🙂

            Reply
        15. Merilyn says

          February 12, 2018 at 8:29 pm

          I have knitted over 200 Scrubbies for family and friends. I cast on 3 stitches using a size 2 needle using just one strand of yarn and work up to 32 and then back down to 3. Everyone likes the tighter weave.

          Reply
        16. Donna says

          February 8, 2018 at 8:41 pm

          Hi Beverly,,, do u have a pattern for the scrubby little dresses ? or do u know where I could buy a copy ? I

          Reply
        17. Marcy says

          January 9, 2018 at 7:09 am

          I would like to make on a straight loom. Do you have a pattern for the loom? If so could you please let me.
          Thank you

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            January 14, 2018 at 9:46 pm

            Sorry Marcy, I don’t have a pattern for a loom as that’s a type of knitting I’ve never done.

            Reply
        18. dennise says

          December 4, 2017 at 9:04 am

          I’m making facial scrubbies for a spa party I’m having. Just curious, how many scrubbies can I make from 1 skein?

          Reply
          • Merilyn says

            February 12, 2018 at 8:33 pm

            I get 3.5 Scrubbies from one skein but I use a much different pattern than is shown on this website. Using a size 2 needle and one strand of yarn, I cast on 3 stitches and work up to 32 and then back down to 3. For a facial scrubby you might want to consider the scrubby cotton.

            Reply
            • Kris says

              January 11, 2019 at 3:13 am

              What does it mean to cast on 3 and work up to 32?

              Reply
        19. Mary Hagberg Meyer says

          December 1, 2017 at 11:16 pm

          Super easy! Using aqua and green! Looks great together. Only took a couple of hours to complete &I think I will be able to make at least 4 from 2 skeins
          Thank you and have a wonderful Holday season!

          Reply
        20. cathy wetmiller says

          November 28, 2017 at 8:56 pm

          How many scrubbies do you get from 1 skein?

          Reply
          • Mary Hagberg Meyer says

            December 1, 2017 at 11:18 pm

            I’m using 2 skeins of different colors. I’ll probably get at least 4

            Reply
            • Loa Knapp says

              January 16, 2018 at 9:27 pm

              I started with a standard pattern and found people liked them bigger so I adjusted my pattern and I like them a lot better. The first ones, I could make about 5 but now about 4.

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          • Beverly says

            December 8, 2017 at 8:14 pm

            Probably about 4 scrubbies.

            Reply
        21. Larissa says

          October 25, 2017 at 9:38 am

          When you make the scrubby with scrubby yarn and cotton yarn knit st the same time, do you split the cotton yarn when weaving it in at the end? Or do you weave it in whole?

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          • Beverly says

            October 29, 2017 at 5:35 pm

            You should be able to weave in the cotton yarn without having to split it.

            Reply
            • Larissa says

              October 29, 2017 at 11:40 pm

              Thanks Beverly 🙂

              Reply
        22. Agnes Cormack says

          October 22, 2017 at 7:34 pm

          I found it easier to knit with 1 strand cotton and 1 scrubbie yarn,I have given all that I have allready made away now I have none for myself,so have to get busy,,

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          • Beverly says

            October 24, 2017 at 6:56 pm

            Yes, that one strand of cotton yarn can make it a bit easier, and you’re right that these are fun to give away to the point that we might not have any left for ourselves!

            Reply
        23. Candie Deatherage says

          September 29, 2017 at 2:30 am

          Thanks! Red Heart also has Scrubby Sparkle, which has a different look and the 2 held together make a great scrubby! It’s not in the stores anymore, but you can still get it at Walmart.com!

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            September 30, 2017 at 8:10 pm

            I have used the Red Heart sparkle yarn too! I’m able to find it at Hobby Lobby.

            Reply
        24. janice jones says

          August 27, 2017 at 4:23 pm

          Do you twine the two threads together

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            August 28, 2017 at 6:08 am

            No, you just use the two strands together in your hand as you knit. So instead of knitting with just one strand of yarn as usual, you are always holding (and using) two strands as move along knitting each stitch.

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            • Gerry says

              March 8, 2018 at 4:14 pm

              I use four strands of yarn and everyone loves them.

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              • Beverly says

                March 11, 2018 at 3:38 pm

                I might have to give the four strands of yarn a try! I’m sure that would help make these scrubbies nice and sturdy.

                Reply
        25. Cheryl Hoewing Biggs says

          August 26, 2017 at 12:37 pm

          If you use the two strands of yarn you will get a scrubbie that will clean tree sap off the deck, clean a grill (REALLY dirty-year old grease/dirt), and the most stuck on stuff in an iron skillet. The girls I work with call it “the wonder cloth”. I can’t make them fast enough for them.

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          • Beverly says

            August 26, 2017 at 2:16 pm

            I’m so glad you’ve found that these scrubbies can do the job Cheryl! Thanks for sharing and I hope you keep enjoying these “wonder cloths” 🙂

            Reply
          • Maisie says

            August 28, 2017 at 9:05 pm

            Did you use the two strands of scrubbie yarn or one scrubbie and one cotton?

            Reply
        26. Josephine says

          March 7, 2017 at 6:16 pm

          Still would like to know what price to sell it at a Craft Sale? Or should I put 2or 3 together and sell like that? That’s the knitted ones?

          Reply
          • Jackie says

            October 18, 2017 at 10:00 am

            I sell mine for $7 each in southern California. Hope that helps. Mine are a little different than hers.

            Reply
          • Merilyn says

            February 12, 2018 at 8:38 pm

            Depending on the cost of the yarn, they normally cost me between $1.10 and $1.25 each to make. You can then determine what you want to add for your time.

            Reply
        27. Diane Kaslauskas says

          March 7, 2017 at 1:36 pm

          Loved this scrubby yarn. I used your pattern it is easy and quick. Thank you

          Reply
        28. Josephine says

          January 25, 2017 at 4:49 pm

          How much would you sell a knitted doubled or singled Scrubby?

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          • Beverly says

            February 5, 2017 at 10:03 am

            You could check out some Etsy listings if you want to see what prices people are selling their homemade scrubbies for. I think it is usually somewhere between $2 to $3 apiece and on Etsy they are often sold in sets (rather than just selling one individual scrubbie)

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            • Josephine says

              February 5, 2017 at 6:46 pm

              Thank you. I will check on etsy and the sets sounds good also!

              Reply
        29. Judy says

          January 18, 2017 at 2:01 pm

          I just made one of each to see which one I prefer. One with two strands of scrubby yarn and one with a single scrubby yarn with one of cotton. I am trying to replace using the scrubby sponges from the store. I decided to make one more pad with two strands of scrubby yarn with one strand of cotton. I like the idea of the cotton which will hold water but wanted to try it with the extra scrubby yarn. Thanks for the pattern. I can’t wait to see how my experiment works out.

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          • Beverly says

            January 19, 2017 at 10:49 am

            I like that idea Judy! I think knitting with the 3 strands (2 scrubby and 1 cotton) should work out OK. I might have to try that too!

            Reply
        30. Terri L says

          December 28, 2016 at 5:27 pm

          I made a version of this (my own “pattern”- just made it up as I went). I knit a similar size rectangle with double strand of scruuby,, then kept going and made the same size addition of regular cotton yarn. I stitched the ends together to end up with a two sided scrubbie. One soft, the other the nubby scrubber side. My sister now has it!

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          • Beverly says

            December 29, 2016 at 7:07 pm

            I love creative knitting solutions like yours Terri! Thanks for sharing 🙂

            Reply
        31. Helen says

          October 12, 2016 at 10:15 pm

          I’ve just had my order delivered and look forward to trying out your ideas. Thank you.

          Reply
        32. Dana says

          October 12, 2016 at 2:25 pm

          I just made a scrubby using The scrubby yarn and the scrubby sparkle held together. I love it.

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            October 12, 2016 at 8:22 pm

            Yes, they make Scrubby Sparkle now too, and that’s a great idea Dana!

            Reply
        33. Candy C. says

          September 20, 2016 at 5:02 pm

          Thanks for the easy pattern, they turn out really nice.

          Reply
        34. tara says

          September 7, 2016 at 2:05 pm

          I have single crocheted the end of the yarn (after binding off) and made a loop for hanging the scrubbie.

          Reply
        35. Gayle Mayes says

          May 21, 2016 at 7:58 pm

          Bev do you happen to have a pattern for a knitted bath puff using scrubbie yarn? I’ve only seen crochet patterns.

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            May 22, 2016 at 5:13 pm

            Sorry Gayle, I don’t have a knit bath pouf pattern. I’ve noticed the patterns are all crochet too, I think because it’s easier to make a round item with crochet.

            Reply
        36. Regan says

          March 12, 2016 at 7:29 pm

          Are you using double sided knitting in this?

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          • Beverly says

            March 13, 2016 at 8:37 pm

            No, the yarn is held double but it is not double sided knitting (where you knit a stitch and then slip a stitch). But that sounds like an interesting idea and I might have to give that a try!

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            • Denise says

              March 14, 2016 at 5:06 pm

              Just bought some of this scrubby yarn today and thought I’d use double strands held together then saw your pattern. So a good idea and I’m going to dig out my straight needles and get to work making some for a gift. I’m thinking is smaller is best and your 3″ x 4″ might be just right. A friend made larger ones and only single strand and after seeing those I thought the double strand and smaller would be “scrubbier”.

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              • Beverly says

                March 17, 2016 at 8:44 pm

                I agree Denise and I think single strand and a larger size would almost make more of a “mini washcloth” than a scrubbie.

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        37. Kaitryth says

          March 6, 2016 at 3:32 pm

          Hi! I was just wondering…. since you’ve had these for a while now, has a preference developed for either the doubled up scrubby yarn, or the scrubby yarn plus cotton?

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          • Beverly says

            March 6, 2016 at 4:03 pm

            I think I prefer the doubled up scrubby yarn. The scrubby is a little “floppier” but also just a little “scrubbier”!

            Reply
        38. Jessica says

          December 12, 2015 at 9:08 am

          How do you clean them? I’ve heard of putting the nylon scrubbies in the dishwasher, just curious if you do that with these. Thanks.

          Reply
          • Beverly says

            December 13, 2015 at 8:55 pm

            I have put mine in the washing machine and dryer with the other things being washed, and they come out fine. The dishwasher would probably work too.

            Reply
        39. Gail says

          November 22, 2015 at 1:40 pm

          ty so much..huggzz

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        40. Katherine Vickrey says

          August 17, 2015 at 6:10 am

          Do you have crochet instructions?

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          • Beverly says

            August 17, 2015 at 7:23 am

            Not yet (I don’t crochet very often!) Perhaps something like using a medium sized hook and beginning with a chain of 15 stitches, and then single crochet each row until you have three inches worked would give you about the same size rectangle scrubbie. BUT – I’ve always wished I was better at making the crochet circle scrubbies and maybe you could just substitute holding this Scrubby Yarn double with any of those patterns too.

            Reply
            • Bertha says

              November 13, 2015 at 10:16 am

              Can I do this with size 9 or 7 needle? I don’t have a size 8 needle.

              Reply
              • Beverly says

                November 14, 2015 at 9:15 am

                If you don’t have #8 needles, I would try going down a size to the #7.

                Reply
            • vitrine says

              December 6, 2015 at 3:06 pm

              Hello: Go here for crocheted scrubbies:

              http://tigug.com/crochet-scrubbies-patterns-2/

              Reply

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