Abstract: A method of manufacturing a bath sponge includes rolling each of a plurality of discrete lengths of flexible mesh-netting tube into a discrete substantially doughnut shaped band, each band bounding a central opening. Each band is stretched on a support structure so that the central opening of each band is at least partially aligned. Each of the bands are secured together at a first location and at a second location. Finally, the bands are released from the support structure so that the bands rebound into a substantially spherical bath sponge bounding a central pocket.

Abstract: Sponge assemblies include a substantially spherical mesh sponge having an element of loofah secured thereto. In one embodiment, the element of loofah includes a substantially flat disk including an outer layer of loofah, an inner layer of loofah, and a reinforcing layer disposed therebetween. In another embodiment, the element of loofah includes a block of uncompressed natural loofah.

Abstract: A method and assembly is provided for use in marketing and supplying liquid soap for use with mesh bath sponges includes a substantial sperical mesh body formed from a polymeric netting material. A cord loop is attached and extends from the mesh body. A flexible pouch housing liquid soap is secured to the cord loop such that those who purchase the mesh sponge are enticed to use the liquid soap.