Pineapple Scrubby Free Crochet Pattern
Pineapple Scrubby Free Crochet Pattern
Introduction
This cheerful pineapple scrubby is a quick, satisfying project for anyone who loves cute kitchen accessories that actually work hard. Worked flat in sturdy worsted-weight cotton, the oval body has a dense single-crochet texture that holds up beautifully to scrubbing, while the little fan of green leaves and embroidered kawaii face make it smile back at you from the sink. It measures about 4.5 inches wide and 3 inches tall including the leaves, so it fits comfortably in your hand. Whether you are new to shaping or a seasoned crocheter looking for a fast gift, this pattern is a joy to make and even more fun to use.
Materials Needed
- Yarn: Worsted weight (4) cotton yarn — 30 yd yellow, 10 yd tan, 10 yd green. A small amount of black and pink embroidery floss for the face.
- Hook: 4.0 mm (G/6) crochet hook.
- Notions: Tapestry needle for sewing and weaving in ends, embroidery needle, scissors, and a stitch marker (optional).
- Finished size: Approximately 4.5 inches wide x 3 inches tall, including the leaves.
Abbreviations
- ch — chain: make a loop of yarn and pull it through the loop on your hook.
- sc — single crochet: insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through both loops.
- hdc — half double crochet: yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
- dc — double crochet: yarn over, insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.
- sc2tog — single crochet two stitches together: insert hook into next stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, insert hook into following stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, yarn over, pull through all three loops.
- sl st — slip stitch: insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull through both the stitch and the loop on your hook.
- st(s) — stitch(es).
- R — row.
Gauge
16 single crochet stitches x 18 rows = 4 inches. To check your gauge, crochet a small swatch in single crochet and measure a 4-inch section; adjust your hook size if needed to match.
Tips Before You Start
- Cotton yarn gives the scrubby its durable, absorbent texture — avoid acrylic if you want it to scrub well.
- Keep your single crochet stitches snug and even so the finished fabric is dense and holds its shape.
- Count your stitches at the end of every increase and decrease row to keep the oval symmetrical.
- When sewing on the leaves, use the long green tails and stitch through the body several times for a secure hold that survives washing.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Body (Yellow)
R1: Ch 12, sc in 2nd ch from hook and each ch across (11 sts).
R2: Ch 1, turn, 2 sc in first st, sc in each st across to last st, 2 sc in last st (13 sts).
R3–R6: Repeat R2 (21 sts after R6).
R7–R10: Ch 1, turn, sc in each st across (21 sts).
R11: Ch 1, turn, sc2tog, sc in each st across to last 2 sts, sc2tog (19 sts).
R12–R15: Repeat R11 (11 sts after R15). Do not fasten off.
Edging
Edging: Ch 1, sc evenly around the entire body, join with sl st to first sc. Fasten off.
Leaves (Green, make 3)
R1: Ch 7, sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing.
Assembly and Finishing
Arrange the three leaves in a fan at the top center of the body, overlapping them slightly. Sew them securely in place using the green yarn tails and a tapestry needle. Embroider two small black satin-stitch ovals for the eyes and a pink back-stitch smile on the front of the yellow body. Weave in all remaining ends. Block lightly by misting with water and shaping flat, then let dry completely.
Pro Tips and Variations
- Use a contrasting color for the edging to make the oval shape pop.
- Add a small hanging loop of chain stitches at the top for easy storage.
- Swap the embroidered face for a simple stitched smile or leave it plain for a more classic look.
