Facial Scrubbies

Facial Scrubbies by Knits By West

What Is Being Made

Facial Scrubbies are small, practical cotton knitted accessories designed for skincare routines. These versatile pieces can be used to wash your face, remove makeup, or gently apply facial scrubs. They are quick and easy projects, making them ideal for knitters of all skill levels, particularly beginners looking to complete satisfying projects in minimal time.

Craft and Technique Overview

This pattern uses knitting as the primary craft method. The Facial Scrubbies are constructed using small diameter double-pointed needles (DPNs) to create a small, circular project worked in the round. Working in the round is a fundamental knitting technique that creates seamless, tubular or circular fabric without the need for seaming.

Stitches Used

The pattern employs basic knitting stitches suitable for beginners:

• Knit (K) – The fundamental knit stitch that forms the primary fabric structure
• Purl (P) – The reverse of the knit stitch, used to create texture variation
• KFB (Knit Front and Back) – An increase stitch that adds one stitch by knitting into both the front and back of a single stitch, allowing the fabric to expand in size

Materials and Tools

The pattern calls for worsted weight cotton yarn, which provides the ideal balance of durability and drape for facial care items. The designer has successfully tested the pattern with multiple cotton yarn brands, including Sugar 'n Cream, Crafter's Secret, Knit Picks Dishie, and I Love This Cotton, noting that while all work well, some are easier to work with than others.

Essential tools include:

• Size 3.75mm (US 5) double-pointed needles (DPNs) – These small needles are essential for working small circumference projects in the round
• Stitch marker – Used to mark the beginning of each round and track your position in the pattern
• Tapestry needle – Required for finishing work and weaving in yarn ends

Pattern Construction

The project begins with a cast-on of 6 stitches, distributed across double-pointed needles with 2 stitches on each needle. The designer recommends using either the Old Norwegian cast-on or the Long-Tail cast-on methods. The fabric is then worked in the round using a stitch marker to indicate the beginning of each round. The designer notes that the initial setup with DPNs is the most challenging aspect of the pattern until you complete a couple of rounds, after which the work becomes more manageable and enjoyable.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated as beginner friendly, making it an excellent choice for knitters new to the craft or those seeking quick, confidence-building projects. The straightforward stitch combinations and small scale make these Facial Scrubbies accessible to anyone learning fundamental knitting techniques.