The Meadow Mist Wildflower Dish Scrubby: A Free Crochet Pattern

Bring a touch of wildflower meadow charm to your kitchen sink with this textured, eco-friendly scrubby. Crocheted in soft cotton with a unique flower motif, it's as beautiful as it is practical. This pattern is perfect for beginners and experienced crocheters alike, offering a quick, satisfying project that makes a wonderful handmade gift. The dense center provides excellent scrubbing power, while the delicate petals add a decorative, artisanal touch that will brighten up any dishwashing routine.

Materials Needed

Before you begin, gather the following supplies. Using the specified materials will ensure your scrubby matches the intended size and texture, but feel free to substitute with similar worsted weight cotton yarns.

• Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream 100% Cotton Yarn in Sage Green, Buttercup Yellow, and Blush Pink (or similar worsted weight cotton). You will need approximately 30 yards of Sage Green, 15 yards of Buttercup Yellow, and a small amount of Blush Pink for embellishment.
• Crochet Hook: 5.0 mm (H-8) crochet hook
• Gauge: 4 sc x 4 rows = 1 inch (2.5 cm) in single crochet. Gauge is important for achieving the correct density and size, though this is a forgiving pattern.
• Other Tools: Yarn needle for weaving in ends, scissors, and optionally a stitch marker to track rounds.

Step-by-Step Instructions

This scrubby is worked in two main parts: the flower center and the petal border. The center uses a dense stitch pattern for scrubbing power, while the petals add a decorative touch. Follow along carefully, and you'll have a beautiful, functional scrubby in no time.

Part 1: Flower Center (Worked in Rounds)

The center is a flat, dense circle that provides the scrubbing surface. Work continuously in a spiral, or join each round with a slip stitch as indicated. Using a stitch marker at the beginning of each round is highly recommended to keep track of your increases.

1. Round 1: With Sage Green, make a magic ring. Work 6 single crochet (sc) into the ring. Pull the tail tight to close the ring. (6 stitches)
2. Round 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
3. Round 3: *Sc in next stitch, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat from * to * around. (18 stitches)
4. Round 4: *Sc in next 2 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat from * to * around. (24 stitches)
5. Round 5: *Sc in next 3 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat from * to * around. (30 stitches)
6. Round 6: *Sc in next 4 stitches, 2 sc in next stitch* repeat from * to * around. (36 stitches)
7. Rounds 7-9: Sc in each stitch around. (36 stitches) These rounds build the height of the center without increasing, creating a slight cup shape that will flatten out.
8. Round 10: *Sc in next 4 stitches, sc2tog (single crochet 2 together)* repeat from * to * around. (30 stitches) This begins the shaping of the bottom of the scrubby.
9. Round 11: *Sc in next 3 stitches, sc2tog* repeat from * to * around. (24 stitches)
10. Fasten off and weave in ends securely. The center should be a flat, dense circle with a subtle spiral texture.

Part 2: Petal Border (Worked in Rounds)

Now we'll add the decorative petals that give this scrubby its wildflower charm. The petals are worked into the spaces created by chain stitches around the edge of the center.

1. Attaching Yarn: Attach Buttercup Yellow yarn to any stitch on the outer edge of the center using a slip stitch.
2. Round 1: Chain 1 (ch 1), sc in the same stitch. *Chain 3 (ch 3), skip 2 stitches, sc in the next stitch* repeat from * to * around. End with ch 3, slip stitch (sl st) to the first sc to join. (8 ch-3 spaces)
3. Round 2: Slip stitch into the first ch-3 space. *In each ch-3 space work the following to form a petal: (sc, half double crochet (hdc), 3 double crochet (dc), hdc, sc). Then slip stitch between the petals.* Repeat from * to * for all 8 petals.
4. Fasten off and weave in ends. The petals should be slightly ruffled and organic-looking, radiating out from the center.

Part 3: Embellishment (Optional)

Add a delicate, handcrafted touch to the center of your flower with a few simple embroidery stitches.

1. Thread your yarn needle with Blush Pink yarn.
2. Embroider small French knots or lazy daisy stitches in the very center of the flower to mimic wildflower stamens. A cluster of 3-5 French knots works beautifully.
3. Weave in all ends securely, making sure the embellishment is firmly attached.

Finishing

Your scrubby is almost complete! A little finishing goes a long way.

1. Block gently if desired. To block, wet the scrubby, squeeze out excess water, and lay flat to dry, shaping it into a perfect circle. This helps even out the stitches.
2. Your Meadow Mist Wildflower Dish Scrubby is ready to use or gift! It's perfect for washing dishes, cleaning counters, or simply adding a touch of handmade charm to your kitchen.

This pattern is a joy to make and even better to use. The combination of durable cotton and a beautiful design makes it a standout project. Happy crocheting!