Reusable Swiffer (TM) Mop Covers

For a long time, I've been intending to crochet some reusable covers for my Swiffer mop,.  And, since the weekend past was boring and cold and yucky, I had time to do just that.

I love my Swiffer mop.  There's just something about that ball joint that lets you mop in corners and around furniture legs that is so pleasant-feeling, you really want to use it more often.  But the disposable dry and wet (especially) cloths will break the bank!

For a long time, I've attached cut up flannel and fleece rags to the mop head, and that solution works pretty well.  But these reusable covers are another level entirely.

I made them with pockets on the ends that hold the cover snugly on your mop head, so they don't slip off like the disposable sheets do.  Plus, I made the cover ridged, so that it picks up dust and dirt more easily.  Afterward, you just slip the cover off and wash it with your towels or jeans, and it is ready to use again.  If making or having a couple of these saves you from buying a single box of Swiffer wet cloths, you will have saved money.

If you like to crochet, you can design a pattern that works well for your particular mop and needs and work through these pretty quickly.  (I might write up the pattern when I used when I get time.) I recommend using cotton yarn, as it is more absorbent and easier to wash.

I made up a few for myself, and then, with the encouragement of a friend, I have listed a few in my Carrot Creations shop.  The link is below.  In their initial day, they seem to be selling pretty briskly, so check back if you don't see what you want.  I have lots of leftover yarn and have priced these to be FC&G!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/CarrotCreations?ref=hdr_shop_menu&section_id=21202397

The Analysis

Fast:  Quick to make, quick to use.

Cheap:  If you buy these from me and spend $10 (plus S&H) on two, you will break even once you forego buying one box of wet mop covers.  If you make your own, you will be in the black even more quickly.

Good:  I adore a project that helps me keep my house clean and saves me money while keeping junk out of the landfill!