HeavenScentU Posted March 7, 2010 Report Share Posted March 7, 2010 I can't stop making these bath poufs. They are so fun to make! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kitchenfairy Posted March 8, 2010 Report Share Posted March 8, 2010 Those are so cute! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vicky_CO Posted March 8, 2010 Report Share Posted March 8, 2010 I just love them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitn Posted March 8, 2010 Report Share Posted March 8, 2010 They are very cute, nice work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JacquiO Posted March 9, 2010 Report Share Posted March 9, 2010 Those look so neat. What type of yarn do you use? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeAnna_EC Posted March 9, 2010 Report Share Posted March 9, 2010 those are cute, ive made a few but when you try to use them, if you use cotton yarn they get so dang heavy and they dont lather up.but they sure make cute deco for the bathroom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavenScentU Posted March 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 I like to use Bath and Body because their liquid soap lathers well for these bath poufs. They weigh a bit more wet, but I like them over a loufa or a wash cloth and you can toss them in the wash weekly. Considering the cost of bath poufs at the store now these are very economical and eco-friendly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavenScentU Posted March 10, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 Some yarns that I use are the Sugar n Cream collection 100% cotton andRed Heart eco-cotton blend (not shown) I have made about 30 so far. I make them when I am just sitting watching tv, riding my exercise bike or on break at work. I just get tired of making pot holders and wash cloths and these are just fun and quick to make. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiptooth Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 these are really cute. Is there a pattern? I know what you mean about the dishcloths and hot pads. I'd like to try something new as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasBrat Posted March 10, 2010 Report Share Posted March 10, 2010 So cool, I would want one if I used a pouf but I prefer a washcloth instead. Great job.:highfive: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavenScentU Posted March 11, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 I am not good at reading patterns for crocheting. It took me about 3 weeks to figure it out by looking at the finished bath poufs online. Then I read the pattern and trial and error I was able to make them. I don't know if I am making them correctly or not, but they look like they're supposed to. I know that is weird but I have a photographic memory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charmcandleco Posted March 11, 2010 Report Share Posted March 11, 2010 (edited) So how much are you going to sale them for? They are really cute. Edited March 11, 2010 by charmcandleco Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavenScentU Posted March 12, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 12, 2010 I am going to sell them for $4.50 each. They use a whole skeen. I know etsy sells them for alot more. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SheilaRae Posted March 17, 2010 Report Share Posted March 17, 2010 I would love to try one. How do I order one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darbla Posted March 21, 2010 Report Share Posted March 21, 2010 Those look like a breeding ground for bacteria. The nylon ones are so widespread is that they discourage bacteria. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavenScentU Posted March 21, 2010 Author Report Share Posted March 21, 2010 I have been testing them for a few months and don't have a problem. Since they have a string to hang they dry out quickly. I gave them away for Christmas gifts and everyone loves them. They still look good even after going through the washing machine weekly. I make kitchen wash rags and wash them weekly as well with no problems. The bath poufs made with tulle can't be washed or they fall apart in the washing machine and should be thrown away at least monthly if not bi-weekly, which can be worse because by the end of the month the bath pouf would be yucky, especially those that have been using them for months. I have spoken to customers that mentioned they didn't know they had to replace them and have been using the tulle bath poufs for almost a year. Talk about yuck!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olin22 Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Wow those are so cute and beautiful ...how did you make them ???------------------------------thomas sabo online Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebeccajo99 Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 I really like those and have been looking for something "environmentally friendly" aka "reusable and washable". I'm not a fan of washcloths either. Too bad I don't know how to knit, crochet or anything like that. Wonder if my mom and/or aunt would be open to making them for me.I did find this website online. Is this what you do? http://www.knitty.com/ISSUEspring04/PATTbonbon.html. I would be afraid it would come apart in the wash being tied like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeAnna_EC Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 there is a supposed "antibacterial yarn" you would have to do some research to find it, i believe it comes from japan and is used to make tawashi's (dish scrubbers).ive made bath poufs with both cotton and acrylic yarn and they just dont work, they are pretty and eye catching but honestly they dont produce bubbles (with a bar soap and with body wash) the cotton gets heavy, the acrylic scratchesim not saying its a bad thing, but for me personally they dont do the job Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leisa2003 Posted April 22, 2010 Report Share Posted April 22, 2010 I would love to buy one from you also!!!Leisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dixiegal Posted May 1, 2010 Report Share Posted May 1, 2010 Ive made my own dish cloths for years with no problems. I think as long as you wash them often they are just as safe as wash cloths. I love the look of these and plan on trying one today found thses instructions today if anyones interested. http://www.wikihow.com/Crochet-a-Bath-Puff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavenScentU Posted May 19, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2010 I wish I would have had that to follow. I tried for weeks to figure out how to read a pattern and gave up and just started crocheting. If I can do it anyone can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smallwhitedogs Posted May 19, 2010 Report Share Posted May 19, 2010 Since crochet is a passion, I love seeing these bath puffs! The worsted kitchen cottons (Sugar and Cream, Peaches & Creme, and Lion Kitchen Cotton), can be thick and heavy when wet, and take a while to dry. I would definitely want to wash these at least weekly, with a vinegar rinse, to keep them fresh. The nylon tulle would be much too scratchy for "private parts", and I don't think the acrylic would be that great to wash bodies with. But, I do have the best luck with a cheap acrylic on dishes, it dries quicker, and is a little more abrasive on dried food. The Red Heart Eco-Cotton might be the best of both worlds, since it does have some recycled polyester, it may dry quicker than 100% cotton. I will have to try it and see! I do have a few Japanese Magic Scrubber crochet books, but have not, as of yet, tried the antibacterial yarn. There are 2 types, one with silver threads, and one totally acrylic. I know the Red Heart Super Saver makes great Swiffer Covers, and really attracts the dust and dog hair! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adillenal Posted May 20, 2010 Report Share Posted May 20, 2010 I googled crocheted bath poufs years ago and found some patterns. I crochet them when I am at shows and it is slow. I cannot just sit or stand or rearrange soap all day without something to occupy my mind. Plus people are always stopping to ask what I am making. I use cotton yarn and I sell them for $5.00 each and can't keep them. I am totally out right now since my last few shows have been too busy to crochet. Which is good. I use one at home and it has been through the washing machine many many times and still looks good. And I doubt seriously if it is a breeding ground for bacteria. People seem to love them because they are 100% cotton. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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