How to make a pot holder in minutes

[@bkiene]

This is the most excellent method of making potholders! I went to the fabric store and bought several pretty remnants and have been on a potholder binge ever since! I take one extra step and run a straight seam from corner to corner and then down the middle of the squares just to hold them in place. Thanks for such great instructions!!!

[@teemee234]

I have had a set of these potholders for years (Got them as a gift), and until now, could NOT figure out how to make them! THANK YOU!!!! Now I can return the favor!!!

[@marielouisefinch4903]

I JUST LOVE THIS POT HOLDER,IT IS SO EASY TO MAKE AND SO BEAUTIFUL AT THE END!

[@gingercany]

Thank you so much. I used to sew a lot, and I recently decided to get back to it. I wanted something I could practice with for Christmas, and this is absolutely perfect. I can make a bunch, and give the good ones away! i'm smiling!

[@thepaperprincess1]

Thank you for showing us a simple & easy way to make a pot holder! I WILL definitely make some of these. This video ROCKS!!!

[@glendamcdaniel7287]

This is the easiest potholder to make that I've ever seen. I've made potholders before and they came out crappy and I swore I'd never make any again. My aunt made these smaller and gave them to me as coasters. Now I can get rid of scrap fabric!!! Thanks!!!

[@482milena]

just made 3 of these in 20 min fpollowing the instructions. they are SO QUICK & EASY. I just stitched another row around the edge after ironing them flat (to hold better after washing further down the track) Great presentation of your craft. Thank you

[@ruthgunneson-poling2477]

Sue, I just got done making two pot holders and I have to say they were very easy to make! As you said in your video it's a little trickety sewing through seven layers. You do have to trim along the edges to get rid of any spare material. Pinning is key. After I was done I also trimmed each side to a nice 1/4 " seam using my rotary cutter. Thank you!

[@meltorres6]

WoW ...I dont like to use patterns, never have actually and this by far is the best pot holder design I have seen ...I love it..Thanks a bunch for sharing! Simple too !

[@lifeisgood4780]

I made a hexagon potholder using this technique. Same number of layers, except I only used 3 folded layers instead of 4. They turned out great and made a wonderful little Mother's Day gift.

[@rigidheddleweaving]

As a hand weaver, this is a great idea for making something from my hand wovens that don't require a lot of cutting and sewing and all the raw edges are hidden. I definitely plan on putting this on my "to do" list. Thanks for sharing this.

[@jentemp5]

Thanks for posting such a great pot holder video! I made a bunch of these and gave them out at Christmas! So easy to make and they came out great!! Thanks!!

[@FrozenNorthAK]

Thank you! Because of your video, I"ve made these several times and given them as gifts to family and friends. They love them!!

[@Heuchera1490]

I'm so glad I came across your tutorial! This method is so much easier. I desperately need a new batch of pot holders and will use your great instructions to make some this weekend.

[@amyshoemaker6690]

Thank you so much my high school students (family & consumer science AKA the Old Home Ec classes) will love this. GREAT for gift giving for the holidays. Simple & easy to follow

[@dreamangel0418]

Thank you for the potholder lesson. I made four of them and if I do say so myself they turned out beautiful. Family don't want to use them, too pretty. Nonsense, right. Thank you again.

[@Julikins209]

I had insomnia last night so I got up and tried this. It took me minutes to make two!

[@juneblakeney978]

This looks so easy, maybe even I can make these. I've been looking for presents to make for Christmas. Thank you.

[@mknickel8831]

If I want an 8 inch finished potholder I will cut my six 100% cotton material squares ( 2 colors) to 8 1/2 inches-- but will still cut the cotton batting or heat resistance lining square to 8 inches to reduce the bulk ( no polester for this project as it will melt). After layering the squares and sewing a 1/2 inch seam allowance all around the square - but, before you turn it inside out-- check the sewing to make sure that all edges of the material have been sewn- but, because I have cut it the material sqares larger - I can trim to 1/4 inch with confidence knowing that it will not pull out or have a hole in the seam, trim corners for nice sharp turn. The beauty of this project is that you can make the squares to any size that fits your family. For a loop--take a strip of fabric that measures about one inch wideand 6 inches long... fold over each long side a 1/4 inch and then fold over another 1/4 inch and then sew or zig zag the long edges together and cut to desired length to hang, and be sure to tuck in the seam before sewing around the edge.

[@andreagrimes3078]

I think you meant to say that for 8" finished pot holders cut 9" squares if you are going to sew 1/2" seam around the perimeter.

[@babbettetyler4595]

What a wonderful, pot holder, and video; thank you very much I needed a quick project for a gift for my five sisters. :)

[@WolfGan0178]

I made a small one, a medium one, and a large one lol they look awesome! Making coasters with the leftover fabric too. Great Christmas present!

[@vagabonddeesadventures8491]

Great Video. I make coasters using 5" squares and the same technique. Now I can make a matching set and even add a ten minute table runner using the same fabrics for a perfect gift. Thanks.

[@ruthgunneson-poling2477]

Okay, I know I posted those glowing remarks....but that was before I actually tried using the pot holders I spent hours making. After making several I was VERY disappointed that when I went to use them it as though I was grabbing the hot oven shelf with my bare hand. On the next batch I doubled up the heat resistant fabric with better results. That solves one problem and creates another: MORE fabric to sew through. I also sewed the heat resistant pieces together first and did the same with the other fabric. So it took me three times to assemble my pot holders. I just found it easier to sew through all of those layers without so much fighting every layer. Sorry to be a dream crusher.

[@AnitaLife27]

I love this! These are fun to make. You can also make smaller ones as coasters. Really cute and they are great with wine glasses too.

[@Angelique1840]

Looks so easy! I really need to make some of these for Christmas! Thanks for the great video!

[@TheRockchick1981]

Glad to hear that some young ladies are learning how to sew and etc.I am 33 my stepmom taught me more than Home EC did when I was in High school. The only thing I learned then was how to make pillows sadly that is all the teacher taught us on the sewing machines. I've taught myself some other things though I am still learning new stuff.

[@siobhanaudie]

Thank you for showing how to make this lovely potholder. Siobhán

[@mauialison]

Wonderful video. No more using 'pain in the fanny' bias tape for me. Thanks for showing an alternate and easier way to make potholders.

[@hersheylund]

Love this!! I teach zumba at the senior center in our town. I always make them a gift for Christmas; This would be a great one!!! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@brandybradford1519]

I have made these and I use two pieces of insul -brite with a layer of quilt batting between the insul-brite. Granted it's more fabric to sew, but helps with being heat resistant.

[@carolehargraves9340]

wow...Love this approach. What a cool pot holder to make.

[@paulapackard]

this was so sweet! Made one for my mom with another one on the way! Going to decorate 2 dish towels with same fabric to go as a set!!

[@amberthissell6072]

Thank you for the great video. I have granddaughters that love to sew and create. We'll do this for sure. :)

[@yeah4me1]

WOW, great toot!(tutorial). I'm going to give everyone pot holders this Christmas. It looks so easy and fun. Thank you!!!!

[@tlm4boys]

these are sooo great!!! cant wait to get supplys and try this. thank you for sharing!! what a fun project!!!

[@jmgabriel99]

Thank's you are so sweet to share with others, Its so clear & informal & it's great. thank you especially for not having any interruption. (ads & loud music make it miserable to watch)

[@samanthat1243]

So pretty and looks sooo easy to make! Love it.

[@debbysbydesign]

Going to try this one very soon! :-) You made this look fairtly easy...

[@kaytlinschipper]

I made some coasters like this out of charm packs. They turned out great. And they can go around the edge of a wine glass too. :)

[@Coalgirl100]

Great! Love that you fast fwd. the time consuming parts. Going to get the PDF. and I am on my way.

[@CarolynDenison]

Hi. I had a lot of fun making my potholder with your instructions. I do have a suggestion, you should mention the insulated batting material needs a heavier needle to make the project easier. for example I used a leather needle after my thread kept breaking. thanks for posting your video

[@Nubia594]

Omg this is just omg. I love it, it's look fabulous. I can't wait to get a machine and learn.

[@lindaeferraro]

I insert the batting in the potholder, rather than sewing through all of the thicknesses. That way, I can remove the batting to launder the pot holder. I've made so many of these potholders.....Thank you for sharing.

[@tomiyakhalfawi7934]

merci

[@chattiekathy]

Lady, A pot holder is for wrapping around the handle of a pot or the edge of a hot pan to take it from the stove or the oven to keep your hands from getting burned. You can also lay the pot holder on the counter or a table to keep hot pans from burning the surface of the counter or table. :) Hope that helps you to understand what a pot holder is. I also call them hot pads.

[@MaggieMuffet]

What a nice idea for a quick gift. Why the fabric on the inside of the potholder?

[@EuSeiT]

How crafty!!!! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@Dredworld]

Very clever!! Nice demonstration.

[@abby5857]

I tried this and it was perfect first time out! Thank you for great video an idea. My only addition was to put in a loop for it to hang on. Just small piece of fabric folded over and stitched.

[@SHOPETSY]

What an amazing idea! and so well presented, thank-you for sharing.

[@deelytle7600]

Love it. Great Gifts for Hostesses, acquaintances, etc.

[@RAE5558]

Thanks so much! Needed gifts in a hurry for some ladies I wanted to reward for their kindnesses. Think I will include myself also. Have a blessed life!

[@lovethe530]

love this idea, off to the sewing room I go!! Easy than some of the quilted ones, less time consuming for a pot holder :). yay!! thank you, thank you!!!

[@clawsandghouls]

I love making these for Christmas gifts. I stuff small gifts or treats inside of the potholder.

[@joellnewman5219]

Christine Hicks and

[@Marjoleinbloem]

Yes i made this morning an wonderful potholder in really a few minutes, thanks xxx

[@1939quilter]

I really ejoyed this video. It was easy to understand and I will be making some for Christmas presents. Thank you.

[@MegaGustafson]

I am just learning to sew and this is great instruction! Thank you sew much!

[@ruthgunneson-poling2477]

Yay! I bought too much material for my daughter's chairs and the fabric is heavy enough to make into potholders! This looks very simple. I promise to come back and report how easy it was for me to do. :)

[@cindyyarbrough6168]

How do you get the written instructions? Cindy

[@FontrellaCole]

When I did mine last month for the first time, I used my regular presser foot. It was very simple.

[@guntownmusic]

Love this pot holder. Will try soon. Thanks

[@frugalmrsolson1]

Wow, great tutorial. I am posting this on my blog and facebook. Thanks for sharing.

[@mrsgesquivel]

thank you so much, it was very easy to make.... Nice X-mas gifts....

[@kkoszy]

looks great cant wait to try it

[@jabatti81]

what is the name or what did you use for heat resistance

[@Streakercat]

Just in time I need to replace several of mine. Thanks Easy to understand God Bless

[@sheliachambers9765]

So cute! I love this idea!

[@jlnriddick]

Lovely! Did you need a walking foot for this potholder, or were you able to sew it with a regular presser foot? Thanks!

[@kcastillo0319]

Love it! Thanks for sharing such a quick approach. Kay

[@nj4x4fever2]

Great Job explaining this pot holder video, thanks for sharing!! 5 stars.

[@crispyemma]

this is a great instructional video!

[@montrealstars60]

Wow, guess what? I think I'm gonna make some! Great job!

[@nuts4knits]

No binding! Wonderful!

[@rosemaryhanderson6122]

I used to shop in a store owned by Mary Elenbaas any connection? Thanks for the video it's perfect for my Grandkid's.

[@Aarongrubbworm]

looks simple enough?

[@catsprotectbananas66]

It is usually in the utility fabric section of the fabric store (or wal-mart) It will say right on the bolt (package) that it is heat resistant fabric, or something to that extent. Insul-brite is the main brand, but there are others out there.

[@SuperFunkyfeet]

Which way do you lay the insulbright?

[@janicearonson2521]

Can you please tell me what size to cut the fabric for the pot holder? Thank you.

[@carolynkatiekatzer-prueger1934]

How do I find the PDF file. I went to the website, but no luck in finding it. Thanks so much. These look so awesome and would love to make some for Christmas.

[@ggunderson68]

what do I look for when trying to buy heat resistant fabric

[@Saucyakld]

love it, starting one now to try it out but looks easy peasy, thank you! xx

[@lothrop53]

got some for a christmas present love them want to copy

[@jeandunbar1682]

I see that someone else asked about the heat resistant material, but you only talked about your sewing machine. Please tell us what heat material was used. I have used insulbrite but don't like the puffy effect it creates.

[@stephs1476]

what kind of heat resistant material do you use? I have insul bright and the stuff makes a loud crinkle. Any suggestions? Also what machine do you use? I am using a viking I got less than 3 years ago and I know my needle will break through 7 layers of fabric :( so I need a new machine already. Thank you for posting

[@CraftSanity]

You likely have already purchased a new machine, but I have a Juki TL-2010Q and I love it. I posted a couple videos on my channel demonstrating how it works, too.

[@patriciaannvallandingham3877]

liked it very much, good idea for xmas gifts ..thank you

[@lupitachocolate]

Great tutorial! Thanks for your job!

[@Cattrix999]

Hey now! I like that, Now I must make one, or several. Thanks!

[@denisenoel2175]

You don't mention what the seam allowance is. What adjustments would I have to make if I added some batting along with the ultra-brite so it would be more heat resistance? Is there a way to add a piece of fabric for a hanging loop? Thank you.

[@scitreb]

This is a realy neat project.

[@MrMrsBallard]

I wonder if you could put a few layers of material Instead of heat resistant fabric?

[@TheProfessorSF]

sadly, I was unable to find the PDF to download.

[@witchdiva]

Just made a potholder with bias edging. Next one will be using your method

[@mamejohnston1]

Don't forget, you can also take charm squares and use the same technique to make wine glass coasters. You need to remember to put the stem of the glass into the holder BEFORE filling the glass with wine, LOL!

[@madolinemadigan8187]

I have a log cabin pot holder that was make using the stitch n flip method. It is so perfect and I can't figure out how to do it. Help?

[@madolinemadigan8187]

Very nice and I thank you. But this is not a log cabin.

[@tigbit]

What a wonderful tutorial! Thank you! Also, could anyone tell me what sewing machine Ms. Elenbaas used? I've never seen one that cuts automatically that quickly! I don't think I'll part with my old, old Singer, but I'm so curious. :D

[@rosieegan2668]

What size are the pot holders Where do you find the pattern

[@heathercooks2996]

How much fabric do I need of each fabric?

[@elnorac]

Absolutely incredible! Thank you so much for sharing!

[@0JReynolds]

I love this idea!!

[@abbeyp8834]

Kool ! can you add a tab to hang it up from?

[@CraftSanity]

Yes, you can add a hang tab to one of the corners. : )

[@jillsauder8340]

Do you hand sew the opening shut or do you leave it open?

[@CraftSanity]

I leave mine open so I can show people how they're made. But it's up to you. Either way works.