How to Make a Net Shower Pouf

Make your own shower pouf inexpensively with nylon netting.

Making your own net shower pouf is not difficult if you use inexpensive nylon netting from a fabric or craft and hobby store. These poufs are an excellent substitute for washcloths. They exfoliate your skin and leave it feeling silky smooth. This craft project is enjoyable for the entire family and it takes little time to create many shower poufs. A thoughtful idea is to add one to a gift bag or use it instead of a bow on a present.

Things You'll Need

• 1/2 yard of 72-inch-wide nylon netting
• Measuring tape
• Scissors
• Nylon thread or dental floss
• Large needle
• Nylon rope (optional)

Instructions

1. Lay the nylon netting on a flat surface.

2. Measure three strips that are 6 inches wide by 72 inches long. Cut the strips out of the netting.

3. Stack the strips evenly on top of one another.

4. Thread the needle with approximately 80 inches of dental floss or nylon thread.

5. Sew down the middle of the stacked strips lengthwise. Use an in-and-out motion to create long basting stitches. Leave about 3 inches of thread hanging from the end where you starting stitching.

6. Grasp both ends of the thread in your non-dominant hand when it is stitched down the entire length.

7. Pull the nylon netting together with your dominant hand. This forms a tight ball of net.

8. Wrap the ends of the thread or dental floss tightly around the middle of the ball.

9. Tie the thread into a secure double knot.

10. Cut the thread ends near the middle of the ball.

11. Tie a piece of thin nylon rope or washable cording tightly around the middle section of the pouf ball. Form a loop by tying the two ends together. This enables you to hang it up in the shower.

Tips & Warnings

• Throw the nylon pouf ball in with your regular load of towels and washcloths. It washes well. Hang it up to dry.

• Create small nylon poufs to use for scrubbing pots and pans in your kitchen.

• Nylon netting comes in a wide range of colors to match any bath or kitchen decor.

References

• The CBS Interactive Business Network: Nylon Scrubber is Easy to Make