Sewing - medium hot pad with a double denim reversible cover

 I made a double denim cover for the medium hot pad insert (wool, cotton batting and cotton)  I had made which I also covered in dark flannel and tied in 5 places with blue crochet thread (8.5" x 8").  This cover is not double but I did make a deep hem and added lace on the bottom edge.  Again, it is pillow case style and the hot pad is easily inserted and can be settled to the bottom by shaking it a little.  All cotton and wool it is the perfect size for any side dish.  Therese

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

 

Upcycling - braiding used bedding

I have been going through a few boxes and found some older bed covers which I decided to dismantle and have braided the tops for making projects.  I have yards of braided cotton. I have researched ways to use this braided cotton and will be blogging those projects as I go.  Have considered dyeing the braids and then using them in projects.  They will certainly make mats and trivets.  Therese