How to Make a Double Oven Mitt | a Shabby Fabrics Sewing Tutorial

Watch Jen's tutorial to learn how to make a double oven mitt and see some cool binding tricks, too! Check below for links to the products mentioned in this video!
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[@madeleinem5944]

I have struggled with the binding, even bought a gadget that was so supposed to make it so much easier, NOT. Your method made it easy and simple to understand. I've been following your tutorials for about a year and have completed projects with ease and I'm always pleased with the outcome.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

YAY! That is awesome to hear! Binding can be a tricky thing so we are happy we were able to help!

[@colleenisaac6647]

Oh I LOVE your method for finishing the binding. Easiest I've seen. Your methods are always easy to understand.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Colleen Isaac so, so happy to hear that! Making things easier for our viewers is the goal!

[@cristianeleister6322]

Hi Jennifer, I'm from Brazil and I love your videos. And I'm happier because I can understand everything you explain. You do not talk too fast and that's great. You're a great teacher, very didactic. Thank you! 😻

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you so much for your kind words! I am so happy to hear that you are enjoying the tutorials! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment :)

[@lindamorton9613]

No

[@daisymduke]

Thank you Jennifer, as always your tutorials are awesome!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+daisymduke thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@zeejones4152]

So glad I found this tutorial. We use these in England were I'm from - will definitely be making some of these. Thank you for sharing.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching! Stay safe! ~Leah

[@lindabuckner4566]

Thank you so much! I have always had problems with closing the binding - it always ended up twisted. Your method is wonderful.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Linda Buckner so glad we could help make this process clearer for you! We love this technique!

[@sherryedwards1700]

Thank you so much for this video - excellent! The binding technique is an absolute game changer - brilliant!!! Thanks again!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you enjoy this project! Thanks so much for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@sewingamiraclemade5659]

Very nice, thank you for the clear instructions and for this lovely tutorial, so looking forward to try it. God bless you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Sewing, A Miracle Made so glad you enjoyed the tutorial! Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment!

[@angelistic1111]

Another great tutorial - off to make some now - thank you Jennifer

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank YOU for watching! Have fun :)

[@colleenisaac6647]

I love this! Definitely will try this tomorrow! Will post pics!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Colleen Isaac so happy to hear you are inspired! Can't wait to see your finished project!

[@manuelashannon1369]

Wonderful instructions. You’re always great.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you like this tutorial! Thank you for watching!! -Michelle

[@dianehuntley2493]

Excellent tutorial as always😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you love this tutorial! Thank you for your support and comment! 😊 - Abby

[@maplelassuk]

And now you can use a Folded Corner Clipper for the binding end!! It's great. I used your method until that ruler came out. With very small projects I have to join straight seams. Lovely fabrics, and thanks for the tip in insulate batting, I always get confused!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for watching! You're absolutely right about the Corner Clipper for binding! We LOVE it for that. Let us know how these turn out for you, we'd love to hear! - Morgan

[@maplelassuk]

@@ShabbyFabrics I will !

[@delmawatters4309]

Brilliant tutorial. Thank you so much.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for watching!

[@cherylp.3347]

Love the colors!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Cheryl Pearson thank you so much!

[@jmsva6914]

for the people who want to learn how to make continuous bias binding from a fat quarter watch McCalls video on how to make it. I spent two days trying to figure it out and watched that video and it was a breeze once I learned the trick of marking the top and bottom edges with #1 and the sides with # 2. It was the key.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's great! Glad you enjoy our videos! - Yajaira

[@anamariamaurilioribeiro5915]

Amei. Amo suas peças de artesanato. Vou fazer. Obrigada por compartilhar.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you! Merry Christmas! 🎄~Leah

[@terrygordon5875]

I love your tutorials!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Terry Gordon thank you for the love and support!

[@loriransom384]

Okay,! i think I can do this binding finally. Thanks

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Lori Ransom so glad we could inspire you to try it! Once you get the hang of it, you won't go back! Thanks for watching!

[@marykennedy195]

Love all your tutorials, I’ve learned so much from your videos. I still don’t understand how to download, I would love to get the exact pocket shape and Letters. Thank you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Mary. If you click on this link www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/269/how-to-make-a-double-oven-mitt it will take you to our website. Click the green "free download" button. It will prompt you to enter your email and then click the green "download now!" button. You will then be able to see the download and print out the templates. Hope this makes sense! -Kristen

[@dianaeverett2221]

Love your tutorials

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks you! We're glad you enjoy them 💖-Michelle

[@8509Lola]

This would have saved my arm from a nasty burn about a month ago! I will be making some soon!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Safety first! Have fun with this project :)

[@Redrevenge2010]

love this tutorial. I wrote to the makers of insulbrite as I couldn't work out which was the right side to use. they informed me there isn't a right or wrong side as the insulation is sandwiched between two pieces of thin batting which is then needle punched making either side being right.

[@philby611]

+Dorien Reed Good to know. I've used Insulbrite before and didn't really pay attention to what would be the right or wrong side. I have found that you can't use it by itself to protect you from the hot object, you really do need to add at least one more layer of regular batting in your project so you don't get burned.

[@Redrevenge2010]

Yes, I've always used an extra layer of batting. Through experience!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Experience is a great teacher! ~Leah🙃

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for sharing Phyllis! We love seeing how everyone does things! Merry Christmas!🎄~Leah

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you for sharing Phyllis! Learning from others always helps! ~Leah🙃

[@vickik.7702]

Have you ever tried using a narrow zigzag stich inside the seam allowance to help reduce the bulkiness? It works wonders!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for the suggestion! ♥️ -Michelle

[@chriss9781]

Wonderful tutorial. I have made a few of these now, the issue I am having is with my machine. With so many layers to go through, I am getting looping at the needle and skipped stitches. May I ask if you have had this issue and if not what type of machine are you using. Thank you so much for all the great tutorials.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Chris - In our experience, some of the more light weight machines tend to skip stitches when going through very thick layers of material, so we would suggest increasing the presser foot pressure to keep the layers together. Glad you like this project! -Michelle

[@lindakochis5476]

Hi Jennifer, thanks for this tutorial I’m in the processes of making one for Thanksgiving to take to the hosts home with the food. What I did ,I had fall 10inch fall fabric so I cut them up quilted them together and then put the full layer cake as the backing so far so good . Can you machine sew the binding?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for watching Linda! Yes, you can machine sew the binding. If you sew the binding to the back of your project first then you can turn to the front and sew with a decorative stitch on top.

[@BoojiePanda]

Hi Jennifer! What thread did you use in the machine, and machine needle size? As a beginner, I find I need to learn a lot more about knowing what type (not color) of thread and sewing machine needle I'm supposed to use for a project. Thank you for another wonderful video!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Sherry Buras Great questions! Unless otherwise stated we always use MasterPiece thread by Superior Thread. A standard needle that comes with your machine will work with this project! Here is a link to all of our MasterPiece Thread: www.shabbyfabrics.com/MasterPiece-Thread-C1627.aspx

[@BoojiePanda]

+Shabby Fabrics Thank you! So it's ok to use 50 wt (this weight thing is still confusing) for projects, even rag quilts? Or is there a different weight for those?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Sherry Buras yes, it is okay. The thread we sell is very good "multi-purpose" thread that can be used for most quilting and crafting.

[@shohanarambarran5662]

Beautiful 💞

[@agnesdotson7639]

Where is the download for the pattern? Could not find it on your website. Thank you for a great tutorial really enjoyed it.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hello Agnes! Here is the link to that pattern! ~Leah www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/DoubleOvenMitt_forDownload.pdf

[@designsbydawn976]

This is so awesome! Do you have a tutorial on the finger mitts? Tfs and God Bless ❣😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We do not have a tutorial specifically for Finger mitts; however, we have a heart shaped oven mitt that is very similar. Here is a direct link to where this can be found on our KZbin tutorials. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2GUiIeXl5mXo6c If you have any further questions please let me know as I am always happy to help! :) -Kyla

[@tesschristensen8395]

Hi, new to sewing. Found this and would love to make as gifts. When you say binding strip, is that the same as bias tape? And is 2.5 inches the width once it's folded? Thanks!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Bias tape and binding strips are essentially the same thing. Bias tape comes pre-made, so you're limited on sizes and colors, but you can make your own binding strips (or bias tape) with whatever fabric you like. You'll start with 2.5 inches, unfolded, and then fold as directed and sew 1/4" seam allowance to attach it to the front and back. Let me know how else I can help! - Morgan

[@megb7810]

Thanks so much for this wonderful tutorial. The only area in which I struggled was in having enough binding to completely cover all the layers. The binding covered the sides but not the ends with the pockets on top. Could I have used even thicker binding? 3 inches instead of 2.5 strips?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, if you are having difficulties with the bulk, you can always make your binding whichever width you like best :)

[@kathleenlocurto2072]

Hi. The picket template does not line up with the strip of fabric. Am I doing something wrong?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Kathleen - It may be helpful if you emailed us some photos of your project at [e-mail] so we could maybe see what you're referring to. When printed, the double oven mitt pocket template should measure 8"w x 9.5"h. Hope this helps :) -Michelle

[@jmsva6914]

Jen - where do I find the measurements that you mention in you video about what your oven mitt was cut to and that the information is available on the Shabby Fabrics website . I found the template and fabric requirements but can't find the "cut to" measurements. Your video is wonderful and so easy for a beginner like me to follow. Have my material ready and waiting for a reply and hoping that you are still notified about questions since the video is 4 years old.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Here is that download that you are asking for: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/DoubleOvenMitt_forDownload.pdf Glad you enjoy our videos! - Yajaira

[@kathyfranco1271]

Love watching your tutorials. I have learned so much from you. I was wondering where do you get the monograms? I have looked at several places and on line, I can not seem to find the style you have. Thank you for all of your videos..

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We sell them! These are Shabby Shapes :) You can see our full selection Here: bit.ly/ShabbyShapes Monograms: bit.ly/MonogramShabbyShapes

[@kathyfranco1271]

Thank you so much.

[@EMOrganist1]

I LOVE the fabrics you have on display. What are they? Do you have them available on your site?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Ellen Morris this collection is called Calico Days and we do have it available! Here is a link to it: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Riley-Blake/Calico-Days.aspx

[@alletasmith2639]

I love this, thank you for sharing! I see you have wonder clips like me and you also have a mini iron just like mine. I love my wonder clips and my mini iron!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You're so welcome, so glad you enjoyed it! We LOVE our Wonder Clips and Mini Iron! They make things so much easier in the sewing room. - Morgan

[@donnamccarty8574]

I love this but I am still confused about the place before you cut the binding. Your head was in the way when you showed were to measure from/to. The left part of the binding you cut 2 1/5 " toward the right of the pin?? Then on the right part of the binding you cut 2 15" to the pin? Is that correct? Thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Donna! After reviewing the video, when Jen is cutting the binding, the first end she measures is cut 2.5" from the pin. The second end she cuts is measured and cut at where the pin rests. Let us know if you have any other questions! ~Leah

[@meganwright2738]

Can you please do a video showing how you got 90” of bias tape/binding from a fat quarter?? The cut counter said I needed 1 1/4 YARDS

[@ShabbyFabrics]

In order to create bias binding from a Fat Quarter, you will first cut your FQ on a 45 degree angle then cut 2.5 inch strips from the triangles created from you 45 degree cut! You will cut enough to create your 90" of binding. Please let us know if you have additional questions!

[@puchinita1]

Kind of confusing. Did you sew the pockets before you put them on the long piece? Did you use something to make the pockets stick together as it looks like they might be fused together.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+puchinita1 the pockets are sewn in place when the binding is added around the entire mitt. You can pin them in place before adding the binding to ensure they stay put. The pockets on the oven mitt that we made were put together using fusible batting and were also stitched together when we added that Shabby Shape. You can see her talk about that process at around 4:30. Hopefully that helps clear up some confusion! Let me know if you need additional clarification :)

[@rosemarieadams2667]

Where are the directions? I've down loaded the template, but there are no directions that I can find. Please help. TIA

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Rose- We do not have written directions available for this project as the instructions are in this tutorial video. -Michelle

[@marykennedy195]

How do I download the pocket from double oven mitt 1:09

[@bavanichelliah6087]

Hai jennifer tell the lenth and whide for the oven mith

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Bavani! You can find the measurements on our Free Download here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/free-downloads-and-video/269/how-to-make-a-double-oven-mitt Hope that helps! -Michelle

[@lorettasilva378]

HI ....another wonderful tutorial! Anxious to make these for gifts! Just a gentle reminder....when you turn away from the camera and speak....your voice disappears! Thanks again..........Loretta

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Loretta Silva thank you so much for letting us know- that is a great reminder! So glad you liked the tutorial!

[@cherylp.3347]

am I missing it...can't find the name of the fabric you used...

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You can use any fabric you would like for this! ~Leah🙃

[@gailprotopapas7206]

cannot find the download for this pattern.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Here is the link directly to the download: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/DoubleOvenMitt_forDownload.pdf

[@carlahazelton6200]

Unclear about the 2.5" binding measurements when finishing/closing up the binding. Measure 2.5" from what, the middle opening where the pin is at?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Carla Hazelton the pin is right in the middle of our oven mitt but this technique can be applied wherever you want the seam of your binding closure to be!

[@susancoombs4942]

Did you cut your main fabric down to seven and a half? The main piece is nine inches. What am I doing wrong?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

The main fabric measures 9"x36". Is there a specific part of the video that you are referring to?

[@donnettesonder4773]

I wondered the same thing. I did finally find in small print on the download to trim down to 8”x34”

[@lauriehannon1875]

what size shabby shape did you use

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Laurie Hannon we used the Large Monogram Letter! Here is a link to the product: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Laser-Cut-Individual-Monogram-Letter-Large-P36869.aspx?categoryid=1863

[@beckymendoza6307]

Do we need to quilt the pocket section?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Becky- We did not quilt the outer layer of the pockets on the oven mitt we created, but you can if you choose to. Please let us know if you have any more questions! 🤗 -Michelle

[@beckymendoza6307]

@@ShabbyFabrics thank you. I love the way it turned out. Now time to make a set for myself

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great job completing this project! We hope you make yourself a beautiful set. -Michelle

[@lindaburgess9128]

where do i get the themplate for the double oven mitt

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great question! It's on our Free Downloads page on the website, but I've also included it here for you so it's easier to find: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/DoubleOvenMitt_forDownload.pdf Let me know if you have any other questions - Morgan

[@cjellison7659]

Do you still have the written directions and template for the double oven mitt?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We sure do! You can find that on our Free Download page here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Free-Downloads-W4C258.aspx - Morgan

[@cjellison7659]

@@ShabbyFabrics I will look again but I looked, and searched, there and didn't find it

[@bonitaursenbach1808]

Why would you not use the insulbrite on the part that you pick up the hot food item with?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

+Bonita Ursenbach the part with no Insulbrite is on the back of your hands when using the double oven mitt. All parts that touch hot dishes have insulbrite inside!

[@lindasuelang]

Can’t find the template

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hello Gammy! They can be a little bit tricky to find. Here is the link to that temmplate: www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/DoubleOvenMitt_forDownload.pdf - Yajaira

[@nanceebayles1773]

Now mine is shinny on both sides. And found that either side was ok.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's good to know!! -Michelle

[@JyotiJyoti-jm3gl]

Pocket pattern?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We don't have the hard copy of the pattern available on our website, but we do have it available as a free download. Here is a direct link to where this can be found. www.shabbyfabrics.com/Assets/Downloads/DoubleOvenMitt_forDownload.pdf

[@JyotiJyoti-jm3gl]

@@ShabbyFabrics ok g thanks

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Anytime!

[@abdurahmonmuhiddin3809]

😍🥰

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for watching! - Morgan

[@barbaramiller3580]

B6

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thanks for watching! - Morgan

[@shohanarambarran5662]

Beautiful 💞

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you! We're happy you enjoy this project! 🌟 -Michelle