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BotanicalBath
True Blue Farmgirl
1014 Posts
Elizabeth
Ohio
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 Posted - May 25 2007 : 4:55:47 PM
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What do you insulate potholders with?
I was going to make some for a house warming gift, and probably some for me too.
I have been using a few silicone ones, which are great for really high heats and can be sterilized, but are slippery. So I need some traditional pot holders.
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pinkroses
True Blue Farmgirl
2350 Posts
Sheila
Virginia
USA
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Posted - May 25 2007 : 5:15:29 PM
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I was wondering that too. I crochet mine lately.
If you use the sugar's and cream or peaches and cream they are really thick in crochet and don't need it.
I have a book that is quilted potholders, 101 patchwork potholders. I think is the name of it.
I got mine at JoAnn's.
But I would like to know the answer too. Pinkroses |
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mamabump4
Farmgirl at Heart
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Sherri
Valparaiso
IN
USA
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Posted - May 25 2007 : 5:54:22 PM
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When I replaced my metal ironing board with a wooden one I used the thick cover from the metal board to back potholders.
After searching around for awhile I found ironing board insulation at JoAnn Fabrics in the section called "utility fabrics"--with the ticking, etc. It is silver, quilted, and heat resistant. I took orphan quilt blocks and used them as a template for cutting a same-sized piece of the silver fabric. With right sides together stitch around the edges using a 1/4 inch seam, but leave an opening for turning it right side out, then slip stitch the opening closed.
You could do a little outline quilting, or tie it with perle cotton like a tied coverlet. |
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smoothiejuice
True Blue Farmgirl
6309 Posts
Jessica
Bloomington
Indiana
USA
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Posted - May 25 2007 : 6:39:14 PM
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| I have found that 3 or 4 layers of fleece works pretty well, and I have also used a couple layers of mattress pad...you know when the elastic dies, do not throw it away...make potholders. |
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BotanicalBath
True Blue Farmgirl
1014 Posts
Elizabeth
Ohio
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Posted - May 25 2007 : 7:12:06 PM
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Hmmmmm.... I have a bunch of extra fleece from a cape I made.
Be right back
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BotanicalBath@peoplepc.com
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Cindy Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
510 Posts
Cindy
Sparks
Nevada
USA
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Posted - May 25 2007 : 7:14:19 PM
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Sherri, what a great idea! The mattress pad is a good one too. The last ones I made were from old blue and white pillow ticking (heavy stuff) and old jeans. They were cute and held up great!
If life gives you scraps, make quilts! |
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therusticcottage
True Blue Farmgirl
4439 Posts
Kay
Vancouver
WA
USA
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BotanicalBath
True Blue Farmgirl
1014 Posts
Elizabeth
Ohio
1014 Posts |
Posted - May 25 2007 : 7:54:17 PM
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I got this fabric today at Hobby Lobby off the clearence table for $2 a yard. I love the fabric, and it feels just beautiful.
Cool... Thanks Jess for the fleece tip!
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Edited by - BotanicalBath on May 25 2007 9:00:50 PM |
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mkmomus
True Blue Farmgirl
248 Posts
Merle
Greensboro
NC
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Posted - May 25 2007 : 7:56:33 PM
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I just looked on thw Warm & Natural site and it is called Insulbright. There is a seach engine for a store locator. Joanns has it near me and it looks like there are a bunch of stores in Ohio. Thanks Kay. I just bought some good potholder fabric and I was wondering about that as well.
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candismom
True Blue Farmgirl
560 Posts
Elizabeth
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Posted - May 26 2007 : 06:28:25 AM
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I ordered mine from Nancy's Notions on line.
Hugs,
Elizabeth
My shop www.theclothesline.etsy.com
I sell Crabapple Hill Studio and other Patterns. Pluse lots of other handmade items.
May the Lord bless you and keep you.
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Ronna
True Blue Farmgirl
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Ronna
Fernley
NV
USA
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Posted - May 26 2007 : 09:11:12 AM
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My favorite potholders are made of suede. I bought them, but have plans to make more from thrift shop 99 cent suede jackets. They wash and dry just fine, are flexible enough to use easily, and don't wear out. They're great. Bought the leather roller foot for my Bernina, think it will help in sewing the thicker suede. It doesn't ravel, so no need for edges to be hemmed.
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - May 26 2007 : 09:19:10 AM
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mamabump4,
I luv the idea of re-purposing an old iron board cover for pot holder padding.
DH & I are getting ready to move & I was going to donate/toss what ever stuff that is not worth moving... I had held off buying a new ironing pad for that very reason,,,,now I need to snag it, cut & sew it with-in the next 60 days...hahaha!
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
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Edited by - katmom on May 26 2007 09:19:28 AM |
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Cindy Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
510 Posts
Cindy
Sparks
Nevada
USA
510 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2007 : 1:20:42 PM
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| Elizabeth, I love your fabric. I know it's nice to work with because I made a quilt for my mother in law last Christmas and it was great! Sooo pretty! Cindy |
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Maryjane Lee
True Blue Farmgirl
2195 Posts
Maryjane
CA
USA
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Posted - May 26 2007 : 9:12:23 PM
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Elizabth, I sew potholders every week and love to sew them! I use 3 layers of "cotton" quilt batting. I buy mine at JoAnn's Fabrics if you have one in your area. Good Luck and have fun!
Hugs,
Maryjane Lee
"Cherish the memories and in our hearts they shall live forever!" |
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BotanicalBath
True Blue Farmgirl
1014 Posts
Elizabeth
Ohio
1014 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2007 : 9:51:50 PM
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Thanks Everyone,
MJL... Cotton Batting....Hmmmm... I will have to try that too.
I promised myself that today was the last time I was allowed to go into Joanns until I finish all of the projects that I have started.
I love this fabric so much, I was going to make a few Tea pot warmers too.
I better get stitching, knitting & soaping. They may have another really good sale in the next month or 2.
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Edited by - BotanicalBath on May 26 2007 9:54:45 PM |
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