beau's mama Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 I was browsing Ebay and came across these cute little soap sacks...seems great, but they were all made from either nylon, mesh or sisel or some other scrubby stuff. I was wondering if any of you knit these ...maybe using chenelle (sp?) fabric? :undecided I did find some made from terry cloth...but they were 7 bucks + shipping...I could just sew together the ends of our wash cloths if that's what I wanted LOLI crochet a little, but can't knit at all...just wondering if any of you have knitted w/ chenille before and/or made these...maybe we could work something out (?)SharonETA: Just thought I'd add I don't like using those nylon poofie things...they are gross to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorrie Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 Do you happen to have a link to the ebay auction or store? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beau's mama Posted February 27, 2007 Author Share Posted February 27, 2007 Do you happen to have a link to the ebay auction or store?Yep. Here are 2 of themhttp://cgi.ebay.com/SOAP-SACKS-POUCH-BAG-NEW_W0QQitemZ190067121521QQihZ009QQcategoryZ72763QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item190067121521http://cgi.ebay.com/Natural-Fiber-Soap-Sack-Exfoliates-Reduces-Slipping_W0QQitemZ290088349388QQihZ019QQcategoryZ1282QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item290088349388 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sally Posted February 27, 2007 Share Posted February 27, 2007 I knit but not them....I would think chenille would be too soft & I've always found it loses the little threads & goes bald after a while.If you have a yarn store nearby maybe they have something which you could use thats a bit stronger/ rougher texture.I'm sure you could crochet something which would be just as good.Sally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted February 28, 2007 Share Posted February 28, 2007 Chenille would be okay if it's for storage only. But to wash with them probably wouldn't feel good. How about making them with cotton yarn? Same type as what you would use to make a washcloth. Those would definitely lather well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdieluvr76 Posted February 28, 2007 Share Posted February 28, 2007 The cotton yarn would be a better idea. They make one, and I can't remember the name, I use for making dish cloths, and it is pretty durable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beau's mama Posted February 28, 2007 Author Share Posted February 28, 2007 I knit but not them....I would think chenille would be too soft & I've always found it loses the little threads & goes bald after a while.If you have a yarn store nearby maybe they have something which you could use thats a bit stronger/ rougher texture.I'm sure you could crochet something which would be just as good.Sally.Saaaaaaaallllly...I don't want to do it myself (pouting like a 2 yr old) I love the way chenille feels...the softness of it all.I suppose, though, if I'm forced to do it myself, I could stop by JoAnn's & fondle the yarn...but I will hold all of you responsible if I come out of there with anything more than some yarn & a new needle! I'm not safe or stable in kitchen appliance departments or crafting supply stores LOLThanksSharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kittykat Posted February 28, 2007 Share Posted February 28, 2007 Chenille is really tricky to knit. It doesn't have any 'give' so unless you keep your stitches squished up you'll end up with a lot of uneveness.The cotton dishcloth yarn, Sugar & Cream or Bernat Handicrafter is great and comes in lots of colours. Just knit every row and you'll get a nice texture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted February 28, 2007 Share Posted February 28, 2007 The chenille may feel soft and nice when it's dry, but I don't think it'll behave properly when wet and you're trying to take a bath. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doris Posted February 28, 2007 Share Posted February 28, 2007 I agree, the chenille is not a good idea, and probably wouldn't hold up well. Since you only crochet, get some of the dishcloth cotton, crochet a tube wide enough to hold your soap +a bit, add an extra 1.5" in length to allow for the drawstring, and you're all set. Don't forget to sew up the bottom. You could likely make one in no time. If it doesn't work out, open it up and try again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beau's mama Posted February 28, 2007 Author Share Posted February 28, 2007 Thank you guys! I'm going to JoAnn's later today...DH is working this weekend & I was planning on lounging & doing nothing...guess I'll be crocheting some soap sacks...hmm...ideas are flowing like crazy now!Thanks!Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michi Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 My MIL crochets little scouring pad (circles) out of tulle-that may be too scrubby for the skin though.I can't wait to see what you come up with! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judyvega Posted March 2, 2007 Share Posted March 2, 2007 My MIL crochets little scouring pad (circles) out of tulle-that may be too scrubby for the skin though.I can't wait to see what you come up with! My Grandma makes those, also (as least she used to, I think she's over doing them now) - they make awesome potato scrubbers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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