How to Crochet a Heart-Shaped Face Scrubber (Easy Beginner Pattern)

Looking for a quick handmade gift idea? This heart-shaped face scrubber is perfect for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or just because! Even if you’re new to crochet, you can finish this project in about 30 minutes.

These reusable face scrubbers are gentle on skin and eco-friendly. Plus, they’re so cute sitting by the sink!

What You’ll Need

Gather these simple supplies before you start:

Yarn: 100% cotton, medium weight (Peaches & Cream works great and is budget-friendly—you can find it at Walmart)
Crochet Hook: Size H/8 (5mm)
Scissors
Yarn Needle (for weaving in ends)

Stitches Used

Here’s a quick guide to the abbreviations in this pattern:

Abbreviation	Meaning
ch	chain
sc	single crochet
sl	slip stitch
st	stitch
inc	increase (2 stitches in one)
dec	decrease (2 stitches become 1)

The Pattern

Getting Started

Make a slip knot and chain 2.

Building the Heart Base

Round 1: Work 2 sc in the first chain, then ch 1. (2 stitches)

Round 2: Inc in each stitch, ch 1. (4 stitches)

Round 3: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the next 2 stitches, inc in the last stitch, ch 1. (6 stitches)

Round 4: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the next 4 stitches, inc in the last stitch, ch 1. (8 stitches)

Round 5: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the next 6 stitches, inc in the last stitch, ch 1. (10 stitches)

Round 6: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the next 8 stitches, inc in the last stitch, ch 1. (12 stitches)

Round 7: Inc in the first stitch, sc in the next 10 stitches, inc in the last stitch, ch 1. (14 stitches)

Round 8: Sc across all stitches, ch 1. (14 stitches)

Round 9: Sc across 7 stitches only, ch 1. (This splits the heart!)

First Heart Bump

Round 10: Sc across 7 stitches, ch 1.

Round 11: Dec, then sc in the next 5 stitches, ch 1. (6 stitches)

Round 12: Dec, then sc in the next 3 stitches, ch 1. (4 stitches)

Round 13: Dec. Fasten off and cut your yarn. (2 stitches)

Second Heart Bump

Attach your yarn at the edge of the heart where you left off.

Round 14: Sc across 7 stitches, ch 1.

Round 15: Dec, then sc in the next 5 stitches, ch 1. (6 stitches)

Round 16: Dec, then sc in the next 3 stitches, ch 1. (4 stitches)

Round 17: Dec. Fasten off and cut your yarn. (2 stitches)

Finishing Up

Use your yarn needle to weave in any loose ends. That’s it—you’re done!

Tips for Beginners

Keep your tension loose. This makes the scrubber soft and flexible.
Use bright colors! Pink, red, and white are popular choices for heart shapes.
Make a set. These look adorable bundled together with a ribbon as a gift.

Why Cotton Yarn?

Cotton is the best choice for face scrubbers because it’s naturally absorbent, machine washable, and gets softer with each wash. Avoid acrylic yarn for this project since it doesn’t hold up as well to moisture.

How to Care for Your Face Scrubber

Taking care of your handmade scrubber is easy! With proper care, it can last for months.

After each use:

Rinse with warm water and squeeze out the extra moisture
Hang to dry or lay flat in a spot with good airflow

Weekly cleaning:

Toss it in the washing machine with your regular laundry
Use warm or hot water to kill bacteria
Tumble dry on low or air dry

When to replace:

If it starts to smell even after washing
When it looks worn out or loses its shape
Every 2-3 months for best results

Pro tip: Make a few scrubbers at once so you always have a fresh one while the others are in the wash!

More Ideas

Once you’ve made a few of these, try experimenting with different colors or adding a hanging loop so they can dry easily. You could also make larger versions for body scrubbers!

Happy crocheting!

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