Morelia Scrubbies and Basket Set

Morelia Scrubbies and Basket Set by Stitched Up Craft

Project Overview

The Morelia Scrubbies and Basket Set is a beginner-friendly crochet project that combines practical kitchen accessories with decorative storage. This downloadable PDF pattern, designed by Kylie Moleta of Stitched Up Craft, provides instructions for creating a coordinated set consisting of seven textured scrubbies and a matching basket, ideal for organizing and displaying your handmade kitchen essentials.

What You Will Make

• Seven Scrubbies: Small, textured dishcloths or scrubbing cloths suitable for kitchen cleaning tasks
• One Basket: A decorative storage container designed to hold and display the completed scrubbies

Yarn and Materials Required

This project uses DK weight yarn, making it accessible and quick to work with. For a two-tone set, you will need two 50-gram balls of DK yarn. If you prefer a single-colour basket, approximately 60 grams of yarn is required for the basket when working with two strands held together, and approximately 40 grams for the seven scrubbies. You will also need a 3.5mm crochet hook for the scrubbies and a 4mm crochet hook for the basket, along with a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and scissors for finishing.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

This pattern uses UK crochet terminology and incorporates several fundamental and intermediate stitches suitable for beginners. The stitch techniques employed include:

• Chain (Ch): The foundation stitch used to begin the project
• Slip Stitch (SLST): Used to join rounds and create seamless transitions
• Double Crochet (DC): A basic stitch providing structure and density to the fabric
• Half Treble (HTR): A mid-height stitch that creates texture and drape
• Treble Clusters: Multi-part stitches that add visual interest and texture. The pattern includes Two Treble Cluster (2TRCL), Three Treble Cluster (3TRCL), and Four Treble Cluster (4TRCL) variations. These clusters are created by working multiple yarn-over sequences into the same stitch, then drawing through multiple loops simultaneously, secured with a chain stitch
• Magic Circle (MC): An alternative method for starting projects in the round, creating a tight center
• Back Loop Only (BLO): A technique where the hook inserts only through the back loop of a stitch, creating a ridged texture ideal for scrubbing cloths

Pattern Structure and Difficulty Level

Rated as a beginner project, the Morelia Scrubbies and Basket Set is designed to be accessible to crocheters new to the craft. The pattern uses straightforward stitch combinations and clear abbreviations in UK terminology, making it an excellent choice for building fundamental skills while creating practical, functional items. The textured clusters and back-loop-only technique add visual appeal without requiring advanced shaping or complex construction methods.