Loopy Mop Cover
An easy free crochet pattern for a loopy mop cover. The cover is crocheted by using the crochet loop stitch. It is fairly easy to crochet provided that you know how to do the loop stitch. It takes a bit of practice, but once you have the hang of it, it is quite easy.
The cover fits a bit loose on top in order for the mop to get through. However, it can easily be tucked into the slots to prevent it from sliding off the mop.
Material: Bernat Handicrafter
Hook size: H/8-5.00MM
Finished size: Fits a mop that is approximately 10-11″ by 4-4.5″ in size.
Special Stitches
Loop Stitch: click here for tutorial
Lp st dec: Work the first loop stitch as normal until you have 3 loops on hook (do not yarn over and draw through the 3 loops). Instead, move into the next stitch and repeat the same steps as in the first loop. You should have 5 loops on the hook, yarn over and pull through all 5 loops. (Tutorial Coming Soon)
Ch 23
Rnd 1: Work 3 sc in second ch from hook, sc in next 20 sts, work 3 sc in next st, working in back loops, sc in next 20 sts. Do Not Join. Instead, work in a spiral, and place marker in last st made to keep track of the rounds.
Rnd 2: *Work 3 lp sts in next st, 1 lp st in next st, 3 lp sts in next st, 1 lp st in next 20 sts, repeat from * once more.
Rnd 3: Work 1 lp st in next st, *3 lp sts in next st, 1 lp st in next 3 sts, 3 lp sts in next st,* 1 lp st in next 22 sts, Repeat from * to *, then work 1 lp st in next 21 sts.
Rnd 4: Work 1 lp st in next 2 sts, *work 3 lp sts in next st, 1 lp st in next 5 sts, 3 lp sts in next st,* 1 lp st in next 24 sts, Repeat from * to *, then work 1 lp st in next 22 sts.
Rnd 5: Work 1 lp st in next 3 sts, *work 3 lp sts in next st, 1 lp st in next 7 sts, 3 lp sts in next st,* 1 lp st in next 26 sts, Repeat from * to *, then work 1 lp st in next 23 sts.
Rnd 6: Work 1 lp st in next 4 sts, *work 3 lp sts in next st, 1 lp st in next 9 sts, 3 lp sts in next st,* 1 lp st in next 28 sts, Repeat from * to *, then work 1 lp st in next 24 sts.
Rnd 7: Work 1 lp st in next 5 sts, *work 3 lp sts in next st, 1 lp st in next 11 sts, 3 lp sts in next st,* 1 lp st in next 30 sts, Repeat from * to *, then work 1 lp st in next 25 sts.
Rnd 8-9: Work 1 lp st around.
Rnd 10: Work 1 lp st in next 4 sts, *work 1 lp st dec over next 2 sts, 1 lp st in next 1 st, 1 lp st dec over next 2 sts,* 1 lp st in next 9 sts, repeat from * to *, ** then work 1 lp st in next 28 sts, repeat from first * to **, then work 1 lp st in next 24 sts.
Rnd 11: *Work 1 lp st in next 7 sts, 1 lp st dec over next 2 sts, repeat from * until the hole is somewhat closed in, but yet, large enough to fit over the mop (about another 4-5 rounds). Sl st into last st and fasten off.
Debbie says
March 1, 2016 at 3:18 pmLove this mop. I have two Aussies that are shedding like crazy. Thank you.
Stacy says
May 28, 2017 at 1:48 amWhat would be the primary use of this cover? For dust (dry) or more for scrubbing (wet)? Thanks for the free pattern!!!
Rhelena says
May 28, 2017 at 1:14 pmYou are welcome. :) You can use it either way, but I like to wet mine down and wring it out good before using it. For me, these do not replace a mop, but are a convenient way to clean when in a hurry and the floor isn’t too dirty. :)
Lynn G says
February 1, 2018 at 3:35 pmI am a little confused. On Rnd 1 after the last 3 sc in the last stitch you have 26 sc. Do you turn and work back on the stitches just made?
Rhelena says
February 19, 2018 at 10:12 amYes, that is correct. :)