Darvanalee Designs | How to Make a Quick and Easy Plate Cozy

[@ikiejohnson3000]

This is a great pattern. I made 3 going by your instructions and they came out great! Thanks for a super helpful video! Going to make a few more for myself, friends and family. This is also a great stash buster.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Aww, thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@karenashby4847]

Glad you mentioned that 100% cotton thread is required too.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thank you, l appreciate you watching the video... it is then one thing most forget, so l feel like l should mention it...

[@michellehunter1390]

Great explanation thanks

[@sharonhowell2568]

What a nice housewarming gift or wedding gift.

[@lanaboyer762]

Can’t wait to make a plate cozy, how beautiful

[@francesjones6161]

Thanks for all your help and measurements on the plate cozy. Very helpful for me.

[@sallynorsen4018]

Can't wait to make some plate cozies. Thank you great tutorial.

[@KL-ix1ks]

Thank you SO MUCH for the tutorial!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You are so welcome!

[@pamelaleitman9305]

Loving this! And your sewing room as well!

[@DesigingJ]

Great tutorial. Good explanation on how to measure the plate, which takes into consideration the depth of the plate. Thanks

[@AvisPeters-f1b]

Love it can’t wait to make them

[@carmelahowcroft2163]

Best Video on Making these Plate Cozies! ❤At last, I think I can do this! Bless you my Dear Teacher!!!😊

[@margaretdevries8090]

One of the best tutorials! Makes it easy and not long drawn out ! Thanks

[@joywhitcroft4855]

I agree Margaret ... Some tutorials are very drawn out ... but not Nicole's. Personally I really don't want to hear what they have growing in the garden or what their hubby cooked for dinner!! I just need to hear a pleasant voice that gets straight to the point and gives me confidence to grab that material and give it a shot myself. So an Extra Thanks to Nicole for that. 😀😀

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

@@joywhitcroft4855 Aww, thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video your kind words have made my day 😊😊...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@suecone2198]

Great idea and instructions!

[@lindajames4122]

Great video

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

thank you for watching :)

[@Eibmozluver]

The absolute best tutorial ever!!! Thanks for sharing!!!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You're so welcome! thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@Eibmozluver]

@Darvanalee Designs Studio With Nicole Reed It was my pleasure!!! 🙂

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

@@Eibmozluver ❤❤❤

[@heidiwilson9454]

Beautiful! Loved your video. You were precise, to the point, not wishy washy with unnecessary conversation not pertaining to the project.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Aww, thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@penny9157]

terrific idea I don't have to use my pot holder any more hahaha but really I just did last night !

[@clarepeterson4765]

Love your plate cozy.

[@TheMzTR]

Tks for sharing this project with us ☺️

[@tinawhynot8893]

Thanks so much Nicole - just made my first plate cosy and it turned out so nicely. Thanks so much for the straightforward instructions, much appreciated!

[@rosalindaehlers3897]

Thanks for teaching me how to do a plate cozy. You taught it well. I understood everything you said.

[@annetyszka6404]

Thank you so much for this video! We live Full Time in an RV and friends have been asking me to make these plate cozys but I had no idea on how to do it. Now I know I can make these!(We use plate cozys in our RV to protect our ceramic dishes from becoming broken.) And Thank You for making and using American measurements for those of us watching this on the other side of the Pond!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thank you so much for your kind words. l am glad you enjoyed the video...these are perfect for your needs, and l am flad that l was able to help you...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@Pip7-px3wq]

They are not just American measurements, the quilting world amongst others use them as well!!!

[@bonniestalhiem8025]

Just discovered your channel! Great tutorial… can’t wait to try this! 👍🏻👵🏻

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Yay! Thank you! Enjoy.

[@lindastarzenski8770]

This is great for a gift. Hope works the same for square plates.

[@anabelcarmona3032]

Thank you for the class blessings

[@EmmaKeen-w7z]

Great idea. Looks real easy.

[@janicecampbell7287]

Thank you for sharing this with us ❤

[@patriciaguevara8793]

Very clear instructions - I was looking for a tutorial like this one. Thank you

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You're very welcome! l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@Joancrea]

This looks quite easy to make for someone like myself who sews. It would make great gifts for any occasion. Thank you.

[@dlwcrazyblondeone]

Thank you for an awesome tutorial! I've been looking for one that gives me the dimensions and dart sizes!!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Hi Debbee, Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment; your time is appreciated...' till next time, happy sewing and crafting ❤✂🪡🧵🧶

[@veldawilson6197]

Your instructions are so clear, love the way you explained details.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thanks so much 😊 l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@WhiTor1]

Thanks so much! You do a great job with instructions.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Glad you enjoyed the video ❤❤ thank you for watching 😊😊

[@avapalmer-w5x]

Love this! Going to make some!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Please do!

[@cynthiaallen6523]

Great instructions. What happens when they go into the wash. Is top stitching the edge enough to keep it from puffing in the middle?

[@Darty1979]

omg where have you been all my life!! I just found you, I have been wanting to do rounded plate ones forever , thank you for sharing how you do it so easy the way you walk us through this I appreciate you!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You are so welcome! thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@mrgarner4796]

I do like the way you measured your fabric and batting. I used this method and it turned out perfect. I would rather have my cozy a tad bigger so I can carry it all to the table. I did also do quilting horizontal and vertical then do my darts. My batting was 1/4inch smaller than my fabric. I had less bulk on the sides when I did my topstitching. I also did a second row of topstitching to finish up and secure all the batting well. Thank you for this tutorial... smashing..😊

[@suetaylor352]

You make your instructions so clear and easy to follow. Thank you

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Glad it was helpful! l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@judysanchez3924]

Thank you for sharing! I love your tutorials! So easy to follow your instructions!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Aww, thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@joywhitcroft4855]

Thank You so much Nicole. Really enjoyed watching this tutorial. Great idea to do a Plate and matching Bowl cozies as gifts. You are very clear in your descriptions and explanations which makes it very easy to understand and follow. Plus your voice is pleasant to listen to ... not like some others I've listened to that have given me a headache!! lol ... Thanks again ... very much appreciated. And Thank you for sharing how to make the cozies for different sized plates. 😉😉😊😊

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You are so welcome! Awe, thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video..matching cozyies make the best gifts...l made several at Christmas for friends and they loved them...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤ and again thank you for your kind words 😊❤

[@dianalitwin425]

Thank you for a great video. Very clear and to the point. Your in my library! Will be making these for myself and gifts.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You are so welcome! thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@lindajames4122]

Great video. Thankyou.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thank you ❤️

[@WhiTor1]

Thank you for all of your cozy tutorials. They are well done and very helpful.

[@MarilynCKing-me6yh]

Very nice.

[@theresachucle5362]

Thank you for sharing your tutorial this is a wonderful Christmas gift with a favorite 🤩 pie 🥧. Have a wonderful evening and happy crafting 😊🧵🪡🤗🤩

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Hi lovely, nice to see you here again. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment; your time is appreciated...' till next time, happy sewing and crafting ❤✂🪡🧵🧶

[@judymcdoniel3271]

Love this

[@christinevalentine3373]

So practical and looks great too!

[@gloriapraedin8862]

What would you do with a square plate

[@joybarnhill1253]

I love this plate cozy! I did it along as you did. I love it! Have a question though.. Which would be better for gifts? the Bowl cozy or plate cozy. I have five kids I would like to give them . LOL Which would be more useful?

[@dhauxhurst]

Love the simple step by step demonstration! ❤just my kind of video to work with!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Glad it was helpful! l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@vland2792]

very good, thank you

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Our pleasure!

[@beverlystrykowski4735]

Awesome tutorial I made some bowl cozy from your tutorial and they turned out great. Thanks for sharing!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You are so welcome! l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@janejohnson1957]

Just watched your tutorial so easy to follow. Thank you so much for sharing. Where will I find your instructions to change the stitch if you don't use a walking foot please?

[@IreneKloepfer]

Love this! If I may ask, how long is quite long for your X stitches? Thank you! 😊

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

I usually lengthen my stitches to 3.0 on my machine; that equals 3mm

[@melodywalls4693]

Can you use 80/20 batting? Thank you for tutirial. 😊

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

if this is going into the microwave, or even if there is the slightest chance I would say that is a hard no. it is better to stick with 100% cotton batting :) thank you for watching and for your question :)

[@martyfragale2741]

Great tutorial. My plates are square too so thanks for the simple solution for them. Hugs

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thank you for watching and leaving a comment...l appreciate the feedback too...keep an eye out for more cozy tutorials 😊😊😊

[@elizabethsawyer5906]

Great tutorial Nicole. Thank you💕

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment; your time is appreciated...' till next time, happy sewing and crafting ❤✂🪡🧵🧶

[@dibotente]

You have given your viewers a great tutorial for making a plate cozy, I have made several in the past, using other instructions. I needed a refresher course and yours is exactly what I need!! it is updated, streamlined, faster and simpler to make, and turns out very nice! Thank you! Very much!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You are so welcome! thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@katierybnikar397]

What brand of batting would you recommend?

[@rosamundmundy6966]

Thank you 😊

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You're welcome 😊

[@cindyzak6817]

First time seeing your channel!!!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this plate cozy!!! Making 2 for a good friend right now!!! Your tutorial is Sooo easy to follow!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Aww, thank you so much for your kind words . l am glad you enjoyed the video...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤ you time is appreciated ❤❤❤

[@cynthianegrete5067]

Great video. Are the dart measurements the same regardless of the size plate size?

[@dottieritzen7915]

So happy I stumbled on you. I just started watching you and making both the bowl and plate cozies. But I have a question for you or anyone. I've got a top of the line sewing machine, and put all settings on heavy woven and use a denium size 100/16 needle. But they keep breaking when I get to the darts with all that thickness. You never mention needle sizes so wondering what am I doing wrong? I would appreciate your help. Really enjoy watching you!!! Thank you

[@gracevelasquez1001]

Will try

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

All the best

[@berniecelee5062]

Thank you very much!! I have been waiting for a plate cozy tutorial on how to measure any plate and dart placement. Ready to start making these as gifts 🎁! Great tutorial 👍👍👍

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Hi Berniece, l glad you enjoyed it; thank you for taking the time to watch and leave a comment.; l appreciate your time. 'Till next time, happy sewing ❤🪡🧵

[@tntlaw1313]

What batting do you use? The one I have may be too thick for 2 layers of batting.

[@lindas-k5766]

@@tntlaw1313 - Wrap N Zap is the ideal batting for bowl & plate cozies. The manufacturer states there's no "scrim" (miscellaneous &/or polyester/plastic) fibers & is 100% cotton.

[@betsyadkins4658]

Hello, love your plate cozy tutorial!! May I ask what the measurements are of the plate cozy after you are finished please? Thank you!

[@leilagalinkin6922]

Thank you for including measuring instructions. My bowls and plates are square and most of the directions I’ve found just don’t work. I’d pretty much given up then today found dinosaur skeleton fabric and decided I’d give it another try.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You are so welcome! And how did you go? Did my tutorial finally give you success...and if not do you have suggestions for me, I would love to hear your feedback as it may help me to help you and others 😊 have a wonderful day ❤

[@wandabell8092]

What is the best stitch length for the elongated stitches?

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

I generally use 3mm

[@SK-ki1te]

When I started to look how to make a cozy, and learned about needing everything to be 100% cotton, I was shocked to see people put in micro! I never would have thot of that! I only use mine to hold while eating. I recently made an ‘emergency’ heatable rice pillow (that definitely needs to go into the micro.) The only cotton thread in my stash was vintage and brittle. I had to settle for cotton/ poly. Hope nothing bad happens😳

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

I would be careful; just heat it in short bursts and NEVER leave it unattended. Thak you for watching.

[@creativegeniuslyle9524]

A question do you have to use two layers of batting in these

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

I have used just one layer and l found not to be sufficient, so l recommend two layers. Thank you for watching 😊

[@deep3753]

Quick question. I love this but after all the sewing is completed I noticed that there was no center sewing so that it doesn’t pull apart after washing . Does this not do that ? Thank you

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Check the timestamp: 5:06. I stitch the wadding to the fabric as we do with all cozys. I have washed these many times and have never had a problem with them coming apart or even bunching up. Thankyou for watching :)

[@marypeterson8158]

Super post! Fantastic instruction ! May I ask ... what do you use as your "marking pens" and what brand/model sewing machine do you have? I am looking for a new one. Thanks so much.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thank you, glad you like the video. Pens are just a fixion pen l get from most craft stores or newsagents Sewing machine is a Singer Futra XL...butnit is an old one...she is my old faithful...l am in the process of upgrading and doing research but l thinknlm going with a Juki 8000a light industrial..again thank you for watching the video ❤

[@janetmansour4033]

Great tutorial, how do you determine the size of the darts for a different size plate?

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

It depends on the plate rise. But generally l use my winder clips to mock up the darts and play with the measurements.. The measurements l used it the video is for a larger plate with a slight rise...l hope this helps 😊

[@brendakaye3278]

Nice !!❤💯🪡🧵

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thanks 🔥Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment your time is appreciated and I look forward to seeing your name pop up again in the near future

[@romaynemiller4416]

love your tutorial very helpful. I have a question, can a serger be used when joining the right sides together? I'm considering get a serger for this purpose. Should I or shouldn't I? Al so what's the difference between the brothers 1034d and 1034dx I'm right-handed if that matters.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Interesting question, l am sure you could, but l have not tried it before, so you do a test and see it it does. As for what serger to get, l wouldn't know where to start as l don't use them...sorry l am not much help in that area..thank you for taking the time to watch and ask the question ❤ have a wonderful day ❤

[@Paraburzoo]

Excellent! Thanks for this. Question: Does “elongate stitch” mean lengthen stitch on old machines?

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Hi Kerry, Yes that is what it means :) Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave a comment., l appreciate your time. 'Till next time, happy sewing ❤🪡🧵

[@jhwilliams6550]

I use a 3.0 stitch length for the X and final top stitch so I think that’s what she meant about elongating your stitches.

[@thatgirlthatsme]

Yes, that's what it means.

[@Paraburzoo]

Hi. You mention 100% quilting cotton. What’s the difference compared to other cotton fabrics?

[@tntlaw1313]

My machine won’t sew through all the thicknesses to top stitch. Any recommendations?

[@TheCraftedHeartNH]

Try a walking foot or cut the interfacing an inch smaller to keep the bulkiness out of the seams

[@margaretdevries8090]

Yes I’d cut back interfacing !

[@thatgirlthatsme]

I had the same problem when making bowl cozies but my friend/neighbor told me what I was doing wrong. It will work for the plate cozies too. Don't cut your batting squares the same size as your fabric squares. Cut the batting squares 1 inch smaller. Example: 12 inch fabric square and 11 inch batting square. The batting doesn't need to go out as far as the fabric because you've already sewn them together (when you sewed the X). So you don't need to sew it again on the edge. Now you'll only be sewing through the fabric. The only time you'll sew through the batting is when you sew the X that holds them together. Hope that made sense.

[@wendyirvine3874]

Change your needle to a sharp top stitch needle

[@thatgirlthatsme]

Timothy, cut the batting squares a half inch or and inch smaller than the fabric squares. You've already sewn them together when you made the X, so they will stay connected to each other. Now you won't be sewing through any batting. I don't know why they don't teach us this way in any of the tutorials. It's so much easier when you top stitch at the end too. Do it this way. I use a size 14 needle on a Brother (cheap) sewing machine. No high tech machine.

[@katrinahough290]

That's cool. I have square plates.

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

You could still use them if you turn the plate, so the corners of the plate are at the darts...thank you for taking the time to watch and comment ❤️🪡🧵

[@martyfragale2741]

Great tutorial. My plates are square too so thanks for the simple solution to that!! Hugs

[@lindacastillo4429]

That is different dimension on the sides. I like it better!

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Glad you like it!

[@mmorgan6650]

What about square plates?

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Working on it 😊

[@vickyembrey1783]

I could only get polyester wadding..can that be used in microwave

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

I would not use it in the microwave at all...there is too much of a risk of it melting and or catching on fire...in my opinion, it is not worth the risk.

[@vickyembrey1783]

I bought pure wool wadding..it says it's safe to use in the microwave

[@melissarussell347]

It works better with an inch by 2 inch dart . I tried the dart size you recommended it made the cosy plate floppy.

[@laurawhittaker6812]

2 inch going up on the raw edge and 2" on the fold?

[@peggywhisenhunt8476]

What length to elongate stitches

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

I always use 3mm for topstitching

[@joycesykes6913]

Loved your video, easy to follow.! Thanks for sharing your talent Joyce from Huntsville Alabama

[@teresaparry3172]

🥰🦋🌈🦋🥰

[@wombathollowcrafts]

💜💜💜

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment; your time is appreciated...' till next time, happy sewing and crafting ❤✂🪡🧵🧶

[@jo-anneinnes7395]

I love that you don't make us sit through the whole process. Thank you

[@ramennoodles4732]

How to make a pot holder

[@darvanaleedesignsstudio]

Working on it

[@lifehappens587]

Do the cozy’s ever end? How about a cozy, to hold all of the cozy’s?

[@mariavillanueva6410]

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[@Pip7-px3wq]

Please 🙏 noooo music

[@TheCraftedHeartNH]

Bowl cozies are my top seller @thecraftedheartnh especially around the holidays but this and the ice cream cozy will be a great addition! Thank you for another great tutorial Nicole!

[@romaynemiller4416]

what brand of batting do you use, not sure what's a good product to use and keep cost down

[@TheCraftedHeartNH]

@@romaynemiller4416 I use Wrap'n Zap 100%cotton batting. Major sure the fabric and thread is 100% cotton as well because synthetics are flammable

[@romaynemiller4416]

@@TheCraftedHeartNH thank you

[@BobbieBTexas]

I love making bowl cozies and ice cream now can add this plate one. I was charging 8 dollars for each one wonder if good price for a craft fair

[@TheCraftedHeartNH]

@@BobbieBTexas I always struggle with pricing but I charge $10 w/o a bwl & $12 w/bowl and they're my #1 gift year after year