Sewing - hot pad - wool and braided cotton - covered with flannel and a double sided reversible pillowcase cover

Another hot pad project!  For the hot pad (9.5" x 13")  is made up of a braided cotton mat with a layer of wool fabric stitched to it.  I covered this with a dark flannel.  It was too thick for the sewing machine so I simply hand tied it in six places to keep all the layers secure.  

I created a double pillowcase cover with blue and white bands on one side and a intricate floral on the other side making it reversible.  This design worked well and is how my sister, Sylvia, made hers.  The hot pad is easily inserted and can be shaken to the bottom just like you would a pillow in a pillow case. 

I added some wavy lines of chain stitches on the striped cover and then added white stars to them.  It gives one side a bit more texture and interest.  I stitched up the side seams to keep the two pieces together and more stability when it gets washed.  All natural fabrics - cotton and wool. 

Therese