{"product_id":"red-heart-scrubby-stripes-self-striping-scrubby-yarn-candy-3-pack-4-worsted-polyester-quick-drying-scrub-texture","title":"Red Heart Scrubby Stripes self-striping scrubby yarn, Candy 3-Pack — #4 worsted polyester, quick-drying scrub texture","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Heart Scrubby Stripes is a self-striping polyester yarn designed to make striped dishcloths, scrubbers and flannels quickly, with a textured, quick-drying finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 3-pack of Red Heart Scrubby in the Candy colorway pairs the scrubby looped texture you know from Scrubby with a built-in stripe pattern so you can knit or crochet colourful kitchen and bath cloths without switching skeins. Each ball is a medium worsted #4 weight in 100% polyester, created for fast drying, easy care, and a bit of abrasion to tackle cookware and everyday cleaning tasks. The self-striping format saves time and simplifies project planning, while the polyester construction resists mildew and holds up to repeated machine washing and drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does Scrubby Stripes make dishcloths easier to craft?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the yarn changes colour on its own, you get crisp stripes as you work without weaving in extra ends or alternating balls. The looped Scrubby texture adds built-in scrubbing power, so you can create functional cloths and scrubbers in fewer rows or rounds. Using a single ball per cloth reduces setup time and keeps project ribbon tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSelf-striping colour transitions for continuous striped fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLooped polyester texture provides gentle abrasion for cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo need to change skeins—ideal for repetitive kitchen projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the yarn specifics I need for knitting and crochet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach ball is labeled a #4 Medium\/Worsted weight with 75 meters (82 yards) and weighs about 85 g (3 oz). For knitting, a 5 mm needle typically yields a 4\" x 4\" gauge of 16 stitches and 21 rows; for crochet the 4\" x 4\" gauge is about 13 single crochet and 15 rows using a 5.5 mm hook. These guidelines help you plan how many balls you’ll need for dishcloths, flannels, or a set of scrubbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContent: 100% polyester—fast-drying and machine washable\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBall size: 85 g (3 oz), 75 m (82 yds) per ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuggested tools: 5 mm knitting needles or 5.5 mm crochet hook for gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill Scrubby Stripes stand up to regular use and care?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polyester fibres are built to handle routine washing and drying without shrinking or losing their stripe pattern. The quick-dry nature of the fibre reduces dampness between uses, and machine wash\/tumble dry care makes maintenance straightforward. The looped texture remains effective for scrubbing even after multiple launderings when used as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCare: machine wash, tumble dry—durable for repeated cleaning cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePolyester resists mildew better than natural fibres when dried properly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColorfastness retained through normal household laundering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat projects are best with this 3-pack Candy colorway?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCandy’s bright contrasting stripes are ideal for cheerful kitchen sets, coordinating bathroom flannels, or small giftable scrubbers. Because each ball self-stripes, a single 85 g ball can produce one or more small cloths depending on pattern density, and the 3-pack offers enough to make matching sets or to experiment with stitch textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDishcloths, flannels, pot scrubbers, spa cloths, and small kitchen accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreat for making matching sets without changing skeins\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEasy beginner-friendly projects and quick gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Crafters who want practical, low-maintenance yarn for cleaning textiles, makers who prefer self-striping convenience, and busy knitters or crocheters who need a durable, quick-drying fibre for kitchen and bath projects. Red Heart Scrubby Stripes suits beginners and experienced makers alike—especially those creating functional items that must hold up to everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many dishcloths can I make from one ball?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: One 85 g ball typically makes one standard dishcloth; tighter gauges may yield smaller cloths so expect one cloth per ball on average.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is this yarn machine washable?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. Red Heart Scrubby Stripes is 100% polyester and can be machine washed and tumble dried for easy care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Red Heart","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55254926524753,"sku":"B09VYKL7TM","price":31.41,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/red-heart-scrubby-stripes-front-packaging_12820d04-2e69-4c7d-82bc-8409ad419abd.jpg?v=1791692284","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/red-heart-scrubby-stripes-self-striping-scrubby-yarn-candy-3-pack-4-worsted-polyester-quick-drying-scrub-texture","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}