The Sun-Kissed Papaya Spa Set: A Free Crochet Pattern for a Textured, Tropical Self-Care Duo

Introducing the Sun-Kissed Papaya Spa Set

Indulge in a slice of tropical serenity with this luxurious, handcrafted spa set. Featuring a plush, textured facial scrubby and a coordinating soap pouch, this duo brings a touch of paradise to your daily self-care routine. Crafted with soft, absorbent cotton, the set is both functional and beautiful—perfect for gifting or treating yourself. The vibrant papaya orange and cream colors, accented with a tiny green leaf, evoke a fresh, clean aesthetic that will brighten any bathroom.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Lily Sugar'n Cream or similar worsted-weight 100% cotton yarn in three colors:
  • Papaya (orange) – main color for scrubby and pouch base
  • Cream (white) – for pouch sides
  • Leaf Green – small amount for drawstring and optional leaf motif
• Hook: US G/6 (4.0 mm) crochet hook
• Other: Yarn needle, scissors, stitch marker (optional)

Gauge

16 single crochet stitches and 18 rows = 4 inches (10 cm) in single crochet. Gauge is not critical for this project, but maintaining consistent tension will ensure your pieces match the intended size.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Facial Scrubby (makes 1)

Note: The scrubby is worked in continuous rounds (do not join at the end of each round unless specified). Use a stitch marker to keep track of your rounds.

1. Round 1: With Papaya yarn, make a magic ring. Work 6 single crochet (sc) into the ring. Pull the tail to close the ring tightly. (6 stitches)
2. Round 2: Work 2 sc in each stitch around. (12 stitches)
3. Round 3: *Sc in the next stitch, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat from * to * around. (18 stitches)
4. Round 4: *Sc in the next 2 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (24 stitches)
5. Round 5: *Sc in the next 3 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (30 stitches)
6. Round 6: *Sc in the next 4 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (36 stitches)
7. Round 7: *Sc in the next 5 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (42 stitches)
8. Round 8: *Sc in the next 6 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (48 stitches)
9. Round 9: *Sc in the next 7 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (54 stitches)
10. Round 10: *Sc in the next 8 stitches, 2 sc in the next stitch* repeat around. (60 stitches)
11. Round 11: Sc in each stitch around. (60 stitches) – this is the widest part of the scrubby.
12. Round 12 (decrease round): *Sc in the next 8 stitches, single crochet 2 together (sc2tog)* repeat around. (54 stitches)
13. Round 13: *Sc in the next 7 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (48 stitches)
14. Round 14: *Sc in the next 6 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (42 stitches)
15. Round 15: *Sc in the next 5 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (36 stitches)
16. Round 16: *Sc in the next 4 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (30 stitches)
17. Round 17: *Sc in the next 3 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (24 stitches)
18. Round 18: *Sc in the next 2 stitches, sc2tog* repeat around. (18 stitches)
19. Round 19: *Sc in the next stitch, sc2tog* repeat around. (12 stitches)
20. Round 20: Sc2tog around. (6 stitches)
21. Finishing: Fasten off, leaving a long tail (about 12 inches). Thread the tail through a yarn needle. Insert the needle through the front loop only of each of the 6 remaining stitches. Pull tight to close the hole completely. Weave the end securely into the center of the scrubby and trim.

Soap Pouch (makes 1)

This pouch is worked flat for the base, then in the round for the sides.

Base (worked flat in rows)

1. With Papaya yarn, chain 16.
2. Row 1: Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook and in each chain across. (15 stitches)
3. Row 2-10: Chain 1, turn. Single crochet in each stitch across. (15 stitches each row)
4. Fasten off Papaya yarn. Weave in ends.

Sides (worked in the round)

1. Round 1: With Cream yarn, join with a slip stitch (sl st) in any corner of the base rectangle. Chain 1. Work single crochet evenly around all four edges of the base, placing 3 single crochet in each corner to turn the corner smoothly. Join with a sl st to the first single crochet. (Approximately 48 stitches – count to ensure evenness; adjust if needed by adding or skipping a stitch in the middle of a side.)
2. Round 2-8: Chain 1, single crochet in each stitch around. Join with a sl st to the first stitch. (48 stitches each round)
3. Round 9 (Eyelet row for drawstring): Chain 1. *Single crochet in the next 2 stitches, chain 2, skip 2 stitches* repeat from * to * around. Join with a sl st to the first stitch. (You will have 12 chain-2 spaces, or eyelets.)
4. Round 10: Chain 1. Single crochet in each stitch and in each chain-2 space around. Join with a sl st. (48 stitches)
5. Round 11: Chain 1. Single crochet in each stitch around. Join with a sl st. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Drawstring

1. With Leaf Green yarn, make a chain approximately 30 inches long. Fasten off.
2. Weave the chain through the eyelet row (Round 9 of the pouch sides), going in and out of each eyelet.
3. Tie the ends of the chain in a small bow. Trim ends if desired.

Leaf Motif (optional decoration)

1. With Leaf Green yarn, chain 10.
2. Row 1 (working along one side of the chain): Single crochet in the 2nd chain from the hook. Half double crochet (hdc) in the next chain. Double crochet (dc) in the next 4 chains. Half double crochet in the next chain. Single crochet in the next chain. Chain 1 (this is the tip of the leaf).
3. Now work along the opposite side of the original chain: Single crochet in the next chain (the one opposite the first sc). Half double crochet in the next chain. Double crochet in the next 4 chains. Half double crochet in the next chain. Single crochet in the last chain.
4. Fasten off, leaving a 6-inch tail.
5. Sew the leaf motif to the front of the pouch, near the top edge (just below the eyelet row). Weave in ends.

Your Sun-Kissed Papaya Spa Set is complete! Enjoy your handmade tropical self-care duo, or gift it to someone special.