Heart Face Scrubbies

Heart Face Scrubbies Crochet Pattern

What is Being Made

The Heart Face Scrubbies pattern by Burgundy & Blush is a crochet project that creates heart-shaped cotton face cleansing pads or scrubbies, accompanied by a matching heart-shaped basket for storage. This set combines practical skincare accessories with decorative home organization, making it an ideal handmade gift or personal care item. The scrubbies are designed for gentle facial cleansing, while the basket provides an attractive way to display and store the finished pads.

Techniques Used

This crochet pattern employs fundamental techniques suitable for beginners, though it requires careful attention to stitch counts and pattern instructions. The pattern incorporates irregular concentration increases, meaning increases are strategically placed throughout the design rather than evenly distributed. This shaping technique is essential for creating the distinctive heart form of both the scrubbies and the basket. The pattern notes that while a number of different stitches are used and increases require counting, the overall level remains forgiving of minor mistakes, making it accessible for those new to crochet.

Stitches Used

The Heart Face Scrubbies pattern utilizes a variety of crochet stitches to build texture and structure:

• Chain (ch) – The foundation stitch used to create starting chains
• Slip Stitch (sl st) – Used for joining rounds and securing stitches
• Single Crochet (sc) – A basic short stitch for creating dense fabric
• Half Double Crochet (hdc) – A medium-height stitch for varied texture
• Double Crochet (dc) – A taller stitch used throughout the pattern
• Treble Crochet (tr) – An even taller stitch for openness and drape
• Front Post Double Crochet (fpdc) – A textured stitch that works around the post of previous stitches
• Front Post Treble Crochet (fptr) – A taller post stitch for dimensional effects
• Special Decrease (sc2tog) – A custom decrease technique where you pull up loops from two consecutive stitches, then yarn over and pull through both loops to reduce stitch count

Materials Required

This pattern requires minimal materials, making it economical and quick to complete. You will need less than 50 grams of aran weight yarn to create both the six heart-shaped scrubbies and the heart-shaped storage basket. A 4.5mm crochet hook is specified for working with the aran weight yarn. Basic finishing supplies include scissors and a needle for weaving in ends and securing the final stitches. The pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF format, allowing you to work from digital or printed instructions at your own pace.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is classified as beginner-friendly, making it an excellent choice for those new to crochet. While the pattern does require counting stitches and managing irregular increases, the instructions are designed to be forgiving of small errors. The variety of stitches used provides good practice for developing fundamental crochet skills without overwhelming the crafter.