This Crochet Spa Set is simple to make and perfect for thoughtful last-minute gifts. You can complete this pattern in less than an hour!
The crochet spa kit includes exfoliating pads, makeup remover pads, and a soap saver bag that can also serve as a convenient holding bag for all the round pads if you choose not to use it for bars of soap.
- Exfoliating Pads: These pads are designed to gently remove dead skin cells, promoting a smoother and more radiant complexion. Made with textured yarn, they provide a gentle scrubbing effect that can enhance your skincare routine.
- Makeup Remover Pads: Soft and absorbent, these pads are perfect for removing makeup and cleansing your face. They are eco-friendly alternatives to disposable cotton pads, allowing you to enjoy guilt-free beauty rituals while reducing waste.
- Soap Saver Bag: This versatile bag not only stores your soap bars but also allows you to lather and exfoliate in the shower. Simply place a bar of soap inside, and the bag will create a bubbly lather while protecting your soap from getting mushy. When you don’t need it for soap, it can be used to hold your pads, keeping everything organized and easy to find.
The pattern is fairly easy to follow, making it an excellent choice for beginners who want to develop their crochet skills. As long as you have a basic understanding of single crochet and double crochet stitches, you will find this project manageable and enjoyable.
With clear instructions and minimal advanced techniques required, you can confidently create this spa set in no time, even if you’re just starting your crochet journey. Plus, it's a rewarding way to create thoughtful, handmade gifts for friends and family!
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✏️ Things To Note:
- Yarn Type: This pattern is made using cotton yarn (with small amounts of scrubby yarn). Avoid using wool or acrylic, as acrylic can be abrasive, and wool can shrink. Acrylic also isn’t very absorbent.
- Customization: The pattern is highly customizable. You can add strands to the back of the pads or create pads in different shapes if you feel adventurous.
- Size: The pads are about 3 inches in diameter, and the bag is approximately 5 inches in height. You can create many crochet spa sets as gifts, and they won’t take up much space.
🪡 Materials Needed
- 1 ball of cotton yarn
- 1 ball of scrubby yarn
- Size 6.5mm hook (k hook)
- Tapestry or darning needle for weaving in the ends.
💭 Abbreviations to Remember (US Terms)
- Chains (ch)
- Single Crochet (sc)
- Double Crochet (dc)
- Magic ring (mr)
- Increase (inc)
🧋 Variations
Once you have the basic spa set down, you can get creative by switching out the shapes of the makeup remover pads. Consider making them into smiley faces, hearts, flowers, etc.
🍵 Instructions for Crochet Spa Set
Soap Saver Bag:
This pattern is made in rounds.
Round 1: Using 1 strand of cotton yarn, ch x16 and turn.
Round 2: In the second ch from hook make a sc. Then continue to make sc for the rest of the row. When you get to the end make another sc in the last ch to help turn to the other side. Then make another sc in that ch (3 sc in the last ch).
Sc in the backside of the chains to make a continuous round. When you get to the end make an additional sc in the last ch and then join to the first sc in the round. (32)
You should have a very skinny oval.
Round 3-6: Sc in every stitch. (32)
Round 7: Ch x4, skip 2 spaces,( dc, ch x2, skip 2 spaces ) and repeat what's in the parentheses until end of row. Then join to the first ch space. (32)
Round 8-11: Repeat row 7. (32)
Round 12-13: Sc in every stitch (32)
Round 14: Sc, ch x2 + skip 2 spaces and then repeat for the rest of the row. This is where you will put the drawstring.
Round 15: Sc x32. Fasten off and then weave in the ends.
Drawstring:
Row 1: Ch x50. Weave in the ends and then weave in between the top of the soap saver bag.
Makeup Remover Pads:
Soft:
Round 1: Using 2 strands of cotton yarn, make a mr and then sc x8 into the mr. (8)
Round 2: Inc in every stitch (16)
Round 3: Inc, sc and repeat for the rest of the round (24) then fasten off and weave in the ends.
Exfoliating:
Round 1: Using 1 strand of cotton yarn and 1 strand of scrubby yarn, make a mr and then sc x8 into the mr. (8)
Round 2: Inc in every stitch (16)
Round 3: Inc, sc and repeat for the rest of the round (24) then fasten off and weave in the ends.
Once everything is done you are now done with your spa set! Perfect for last minute gifts or a nice little gift for yourself for some self care.
🐌Expert Tips
- Choose Your Yarn Wisely: Cotton yarn is ideal for absorbency, while scrubby yarn adds texture for exfoliating pads.
- Customization Options: Experiment with colors and patterns. Use variegated yarn for a unique look or add decorative stitches.
- Gift Sets: Create a complete spa set by including a homemade soap bar or lotion for a thoughtful gift.
- Care Instructions: Remind recipients to wash the makeup pads after each use. If you make several pads, they can cycle through them while keeping some in use.
🧵 Pattern FAQs
Acrylic yarn does not absorb or wick away moisture like cotton. It is also less soft and can be abrasive to the face.
Yes, bamboo yarn is soft and works well. Wool can be used but isn't recommended due to potential shrinkage.
Wash them after every use. Making several pads allows you to cycle through them while ensuring you always have some on hand.
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Crochet Spa Set
Materials
- 1 ball Cotton yarn
- 1 ball Scrubby yarn does not have to be be more than 30 yards
- 6.5mm hook
- Tapestry needle
Abbreviations (US terms)
- ch = Chain
- sc = Single crochet
- dc = Double Crochet
- mr = Magic ring
- inc = Increase
Notes
- This crochet spa set pattern uses cotton yarn with hints of scrubby yarn; avoid acrylic and wool due to abrasiveness or shrinkage.
- Customizable; experiment with shapes and add strands to the pads.
- Pads are about 3 inches in diameter, and the bag is approximately 5 inches tall.
- Ideal for gifting; allows for creative variations in a compact spa set.
Instructions
This pattern is made in rounds.
Soap Saver Bag:
- Round 1: Using 1 strand of cotton yarn, ch x16 and turn.
- Round 2: In the second ch from hook make a sc. Continue to make sc for the rest of the row. When you get to the end make another sc in the last ch to help turn to the other side. Then make another sc in that ch (3 sc in the last ch).
- Sc in the backside of the chains to make a continuous round. When you get to the end make an additional sc in the last ch and join to the first sc in the round. (32)
- You should have a very skinny oval.
- Round 3-6: Sc in every stitch. (32)
- Round 7: Ch x4, skip 2 spaces,( dc, ch x2, skip 2 spaces ) and repeat what's in the parentheses until end of row. Join to the first ch space. (32)
- Round 8-11: Repeat row 7. (32)
- Round 12-13: Sc in every stitch (32)
- Round 14: Sc, ch x2 + skip 2 spaces and repeat for the rest of the row. This is where you will put the drawstring.
- Round 15: Sc x32. Fasten off and weave in the ends.
Drawstring:
- Row 1: Ch x50. Weave in the ends and weave in between the top of the soap saver bag.
Makeup Remover Pads:
- Round 1: Using 2 strands of cotton yarn, make a mr and then sc x8 into the mr. (8)
- Round 2: Inc in every stitch (16)
- Round 3: Inc, sc and repeat for the rest of the round (24) fasten off and weave in the ends.
Exfoliating Pads:
- Round 1: Using 1 strand of cotton yarn and 1 strand of scrubby yarn, make a mr and then sc x8 into the mr. (8)
- Round 2: Inc in every stitch (16)
- Round 3: Inc, sc and repeat for the rest of the round (24) fasten off and weave in the ends.
- Once everything is done you are now done with your crochet spa set! Perfect for last minute gifts or a nice little gift for yourself for some self care.
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