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Sewing: Hot/Cold packs
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Hot/Cold packs

Pattern Info

Pattern info for this project can be found here:
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Category: Sewing

Type of item: Functional

For: Unisex

Style: Casual


Materials

Fleece, muslin, rice

What was your inspiration?

I love these things. In the winter, I use them to warm up the sheets on my bed. When I'm stressed, I heat it up and use it soothe my tense neck and shoulder muscles.

What are you most proud of?

How easy and versatile this is. No measurements. Just figure out what you want it to look like and start cutting.

What advice would you give someone starting this project?

Keep in mind what you want to use this for. If you want it to wrap around your neck, make it long enough. If you want it shaped like a heating pad, use a heating pad as your template.

 

14 comments

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Sue Heller on craftsy.com
Apr 23, 2013    Flag as inappropriate
Is the fleece o.k to put in the microwave?
Sweettee446363 on craftsy.com
Jul 14, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I added lavender to them and eucyliptis to some. They are great for everything and personalize for gift with favorite scent
Sweettee446363 on craftsy.com
Jul 14, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Love this made th for my daddy
wilke2464 on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I put cinnamon oil in mine. Sometimes, I sew channels in them so the rice/buckwheat stays put. I have made some that are for the back with ribbons that tie around the body so you can move around with the heat applied. They are great for people with arthritis in their hands if you make them in the shape of a simple mitten, with a sleeve to insert the hand. Just a few more options.....have a happy sewing day!
JGCraftyLiving on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Awesome ideas !
sandrew48532 on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
I have been making Hot/Cold packs for a few years now. I use hard wheat insteat of rice and I make a removable cover for them so it can be washed and it adds a little personality.
JGCraftyLiving on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Yes, these are a muslin pack with a fleece cover. Everyone has such great ideas around here.
janeyangu48567 on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
I use deer corn in mine. I have heard that rice can catch fire or can germinate and attract bugs.
vamdep38213 on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
Do you ever have to worry about bugs since it's rice?
JGCraftyLiving on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
I have not had a problem with buds.
JGCraftyLiving on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
*bugs
juneo58 on craftsy.com
Jul 13, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
Doesn't the corn POP if you heat it too long???
furball5337913 on craftsy.com
Jul 07, 2011    Flag as inappropriate
made one for my BFF to take on the plane with her. She said it was great. Now her grandson is useing it for his injuried knee
JGCraftyLiving on craftsy.com
Jul 07, 2011   Flag as inappropriate
They are so versatile, it's great!