How to Use the Creative Grids Bowl Cozy Template | a Shabby Fabrics Tutorial

[@Sewmena918]

This tutorial was really helpful. I received the small template in a quilt box a long time ago and never used it until today. Your video saved me a lot of time. Thank you!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial and that it was helpful for you! Such a fun and stunning project this one is! We appreciate your support and comment! - Abby

[@SharonRStudio]

They work well for carrying ice cream dishes too!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes!! We love using them for that!! 💖 -Michelle

[@ellenpowell4155]

I have found on the bigger cozies it is better to also sew the fabric n batting together by making 2 more lines of stitching from one dart to the other dart on each side (making another X). It helps to hold the layers in place when they r washed.

[@karenpalmer9988]

So after you sew the X on the fabrics with the batting, and sew the darts, and then you sew the bowls together, turn, and top stitch your sewing two lines down each side of the X? To me that's what I THINK your saying if I'm right? It would make sense to do that so the bowls stay together when washing... I am a visual person, so that's what I think your saying...if I'm wrong please let me know what you mean? Thank you!

[@ellenpowell4155]

@@karenpalmer9988 that is another way to do it but I was talking re adding another X to the 2 layers BEFORE sewing the 2 bowls together.

[@karenpalmer9988]

@@ellenpowell4155 Oh okay I got it...thank you for your responce Ellen...

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great tip! Thank you for sharing! 💖 -Michelle

[@sandygandy9970]

Great tip.

[@mollybaker3882]

Thank you!! This tutorial made it so easy to make a cute cozy.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We are so happy we could help! -Kristen

[@donnadixon3047]

I love this template. I purchased mine a couple weeks ago.. I made the large cozy. The template makes it so easy 👌 thx for the video

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you enjoy this project! Thank you for watching!! 💖 -Michelle

[@panchaguzman3719]

I has bought me some of these templates and I said I need to learn how to use them so I came across your video and thank you I now know how to use them, but I know it's got be 100% cotton and thread

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you enjoyed this project! Thank you so much for watching. -Michelle

[@arizonamountainwoman3750]

Love this project. I now know what I will be making for Christmas gifts. 💖💖

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy this project inspires you!! Thanks for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@sharonaerneckeaitchison4500]

I like to use the bowl cozy for cold items, too. Holding an ice cream bowl in your hand is one of those! Also, salads ... the large cozy helps to retain the chill of the salad longer.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, those are definitely great options!! -Michelle

[@susiesmith1686]

I love this template - especially since it comes with both sizes!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you like it! Thank you for watching. 💖 -Michelle

[@lauracicio3822]

wonderful project that I was looked for and figure out and now I know what you show. That's great!! Love it!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you enjoyed this tutorial. Thanks for your comment! ♥️ -Michelle

[@judyriddell]

Great tutorial! Thanks for sharing ☺️

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you enjoyed this tutorial! We appreciate your support and comment! 😊 - Abby

[@pattybuchanan7394]

Love all fall and holloween

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, it's a lovely time of year! 💖 -Michelle

[@kathyclayton4318]

Just today I saw the cutest Halloween fabric somewhere. I think it is Too Cute to Spook by Me and My Sister. So cute and non-scary! Just adorable! I must get some of it and make some of these cozies for fall and Halloween! I have made some cozies without a template but I can see that the template would make it happen so much easier! And much more accurately. Thanks Jen for sharing this. Looks like a super great project for any season of the year or any decor! Perfect!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great picks! 💖-Michelle

[@karenpalmer9988]

Boy do I need these templates! I bought the flexible template that you trace onto your fabric and batting last year, and this looks so much more easier, and less work! I love that it comes with two templates for a Large and a small bowl too! I will be buying one next month for sure! Now I wished I had waited for this! This brought me a little cheer since I had to put my black cat down yesterday morning because he had cancer, and wasn't doing well... Sewing keeps my mind off stuff, and is a great stress release, so having these will keep me from crying thinking about my black kitty...that was his name my daughter had given him "Black Kitty"...RIP buddy I love you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy this project has lifted your spirits a bit and inspires you. Thank you for watching. 💖 -Michelle

[@mayflowerlace]

I’m so sorry!

[@janehostetler5248]

These would be beautiful with a stripe or check on one side and a floral on the other - the upcoming Dwell line would have lots of options, as would Rosewood Lane! So cute! A Christmas stripe with a candy or cocoa print on the opposite side....so many options!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's a great idea! 💖-Michelle

[@patticlaude1]

Very good tutorial! Thank you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you very much for watching. -Michelle

[@joanne1235]

it would be easier to top stitch if you trimmed the batting before you turned it right side out. Even just one thickness of the batting would work. HTH

[@sshaw5133]

Great video. I like how you focus on the detail of getting the corners right and the darts. 🎃 From Ireland

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you enjoyed this tutorial! Thank you for watching. 💖-Michelle

[@sylviasanchez4141]

Thanks for your help

[@ShabbyFabrics]

No problem! We are happy that we can help! Thank you for your comment! - Abby

[@joyceklimist962]

I would use Peppermint Candy 24625-10 by Northcott fabrics!! I would also put Christmas candy in it!

[@kathiefife9111]

Love the fabric choice! Have started making the small cozy for gifts. I trim off the edges with pinking sheers before turning for less bulk. The points where the two darts come together is very thick and although I’m using a 14 needle, and go very slow, I’ve still broken three needles at these points. Any tips would be appreciated. Thanks 😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Kathie - How long has it been since you've had your machine serviced? There's a slight possibility that your shaft may be off a bit (not noticeable if working with thinner fabrics). If you know this isn't a problem, we would suggest possible handcranking the needle when you come to this portion of the project, through those particularly thick stitched. Hope this helps! -Michelle

[@kathiefife9111]

@@ShabbyFabrics thank you. It was checked a few months ago. I have noticed I have to go slow, stitch by stitch to save a needle.

[@hjkroeger1]

Soon cute!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're happy you like it! Thank you for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@conniemarie2005]

Thanks! I’m ready to tackle a Bowl Cozy for Halloween! 🪡🧵✂️

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Woohoo! We're happy this fun tutorial has inspired you. -Michelle

[@lorrainebcassidy1318]

Looks absolutely gorgeous ❤️

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you like this project. Thanks for watching!! 🧡 -Michelle

[@Lisakitty417]

Nice that you have two sizes and that they nest together.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you enjoy these fun bowl cozies! 💖-Michelle

[@TexasMyTexas]

I need to get this on the way STAT for Christmas projects!! 💃

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes! Bowl cozies are great gifts!! 💖 -Michelle

[@suelemke8544]

love your video on this. I am wondering on the 1/4 inch top stitch, can you use a decortive stitch?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Sue - You can definitely use a decorative stitch for the top stitching on this project! -Michelle

[@kathleenstewart6129]

love these easy projects :)

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you like this one! 💖 -Michelle

[@paulinelafrentz5699]

You were mentioning that you could use the precut batting for both the regular and large size bowls but isn’t the regular precut batting cut at 10.5 inches while the regular template in this set says 11 inch. Would the fabric then be half an inch larger than the batting? I’ve just ordered the templates but I do have some of the precut batting in my stash and hope I can use them with these templates.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Pauline. The precut batting should be compatible with the templates. I believe the size disparity you pointed out is between the cut size and the fished size. I hope this info helps you out! -Bethany

[@suemerritt1679]

Do you have to use 100% cotton batting or can you use 80/20? Thank you! Love the template...

[@ShabbyFabrics]

If you place this cozy around your bowl in the microwave, 100% cotton is the recommended batting. Hope this makes sense! 💖 -Michelle

[@barbaramaier7962]

How easy with this template!! ❤️

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you enjoy it! Thank you for watching. 💖 -Michelle

[@jeffandcarole6238]

Love it! ❤️Ordered it😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you enjoy this template! Thank you for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@carolegroom5161]

Love it.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@lindad7539]

You used your own batting to make this bowl, your description shows pre cut batting, I would like to know the name of the batting you used (and cut yourself) for this project. Thanks

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We used a 100% cotton batting. We do have the Gypsy Quilter Pre Cut batting that you can purchase from our website if you prefer not to cut your own batting: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?sortOrder=6&q=Pre+cut+bowl+cozy Hope this can help and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@gingerbart7402]

Thank you so much.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You are welcome! Happy that you love this project and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@ptanyer]

Do you pre-shrink/pre-wash. Your fabric and batting before you cut out the pattern pieces?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi ptanyer - We don't wash our fabrics prior to project creation, but some people prefer to do that. It's your choice! -Michelle

[@collettegay1432]

Love this. I’m waiting for my template set to come in. Where did you get the lazy Susan?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We're glad you like it! It's a spinning rotary mat, and you can find it here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?sortOrder=6&q=Spinning+Rotary+mat -Michelle

[@gretchenarrant8334]

Hi Jen, such fun projects. Always good to see you and your new offerings. Take care.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Thank you, Gretchen! We're very happy you enjoyed this tutorial. Thanks for watching! 💖 -Michelle

[@gretchenarrant8334]

@@ShabbyFabrics 🥰🥰

[@ToniePinder]

I am wondering I’d the fabric needs to be all cotton like the thread and batting. It is hard to find cotton fabric or fabric without polyester in it.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Tonie - The fabric should be 100% cotton if it's going in the microwave as a bowl cozy. You can find 100% cotton fabrics on www.shabbyfabrics.com. -Michelle

[@ToniePinder]

@@ShabbyFabrics thank you

[@rosinyberg8747]

After turning I press the seam… clip then top stitch!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great tip! Thank you for sharing!! 💖 -Michelle

[@rosinyberg8747]

@@ShabbyFabrics I have made well over 100 of these this year already… this template just made this a bit easier!!! I bought it and (shhhhhh) some of the precut batting!!!

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Wow! That is great!! 💖 -Michelle

[@patriciakelly6403]

I just love this project. I do have question about the batting. Do you sell the batting that can be cut using the Creative Grids template? I have quite a few bowl cozies that I want to make for the holidays. Thank you

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Patricia! The only batting we sell is the precut or printed batting for projects. Hope this makes sense! -Michelle

[@carolcooper8010]

I make a load of these cozies as fundraising items for a cat rescue. It's important to use 100% cotton batting - if it has polyester scrim it can melt in the microwave. I have found 2 brands which work really well - one is Pellon All-Cotton Batting and the other is Warm 100 by the Warm Company. The Pellon one does come is quite small quantities - although I tend to order King-size quilt bats for my mass production!

[@teresavillarreal3504]

Where can I find those templates.? The only place to shop ror things that ae forcrafts s wal mart, but our wal mart doesn't carry much about crafts .

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Here is a link to our website to shop this template: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p132313/creative-grids-bowl-cozy-template-set-cgrbowls Hope this can help and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@maryannjackson8114]

I have a question I found material that 100% Cotton/100% Algodon. Can I use this to make cozies

[@ShabbyFabrics]

As long as it is 100% cotton, (algodon is the spanish word for cotton), you can use it for the bowl cozies. Hope this makes sense :) -Michelle

[@maryannjackson8114]

@@ShabbyFabrics it does thank you. Some only say 100% cotton so when I seen that I was confused thank you again

[@joycestartt9033]

What type of batting n thickness do you use

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We use the Gypsy Quilter Bowl Cozy Pre Cut Batting. Here is the link to shop: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?sortOrder=6&q=bowl+batting Hope this helps! - Abby

[@jillcaldwell817]

When you sew the "darts" do you sew them as in a blouse dart or is it a straight 1/4" all the way down?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Jill, we sew the cut-out darts with a 1/4" seam all the way down. Hope that helps! -💖Bethany

[@Marnie1869]

Thank you so much fun

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you enjoy this project. Thanks for watching!! 💖 -Michelle

[@terilapetino6337]

I made this but if I do it again, I will try to stiffen the fabric with a light fusible since the fabric is a little floppy.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great idea! 💖 -Michelle

[@SandraMelvin-j5c]

What iron are you using? Thank you.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Jen is using this iron. Hope this helps! -Kristen www.shabbyfabrics.com/p67696/panasonic-360-freestyle-cordless-iron-red

[@bayareaquilting332]

How thick is your batting? Regular or deluxe?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We use a regular loft batting for this project. Hope this helps! -Bethany

[@teresawhite5422]

Is there a particular kind of batting needed for these to be used in microwave?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We recommend that you only use 100% cotton batting if you plan on using these in the microwave. -Bethany

[@teresawhite5422]

@@ShabbyFabrics Thank you

[@judysharpe3283]

Where can I buy the template, Jen?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Here is a link to our website for the templates and more: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?sortOrder=6&q=Bowl+Cozy Hope this can help and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@judysharpe3283]

@@ShabbyFabrics many thanks for the link, Abby.😁

[@PumpkinRose1958]

What brand of iron are you using?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That's the Panasonic 360 degrees Freestyle cordless iron. You can shop them here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c5015/ -Michelle

[@deannalebedz851]

Isabella by moda would make beautiful cozies But there are about a dozen more fabrics I would like too

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Great pick!! 💖 -Michelle

[@connieahlm6989]

Love this template!! One question- when I wash my bowl cozies they always shrink up. Is there a way to minimize the shrinking?

[@jenie9779]

Prewash the fabrics before sewing.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, one suggestion would be to try to prewash your fabric AND batting to help eliminate shrinking when washing the cozies for the first time. However, our makers have not pre-washed batting. If you'd like to attempt to prewashing your batting before you cut it for the cozy, our suggestion would be to soak the batting in hot water, wring it out, and lay flat to dry (without stretching), and then press flat once dry (without stretching). Hope this helps! 💖 -Michelle

[@jeannehammitt9504]

When I wash mine I don't dry them in the dryer. I turn a bowl upside down and form the cozy over it, stretching it into shape. After they dry they are shaped so nice.

[@aprilwaller123]

Wash by hand and let it air dry ,then when dry add spray starch and Iron it.

[@aprilwaller123]

@@ShabbyFabrics I have never prewashed my batting, never heard of any problems

[@sherriewilson8874]

Would 10x10 precut fabric work

[@ShabbyFabrics]

That size would not work with this template as the smaller size calls for 11" squares: www.shabbyfabrics.com/p132313 -Michelle

[@sherriewilson8874]

@@ShabbyFabrics Thank you one more silly question shat size bowl fiils the small template. I have got all of the tools you said, I can't seem to get the right size bowl. What size do you use

[@lorie.139]

Is one rotary cutter better than any others? I was complaining to my friend that the one I have wouldn't cut warm butter. She said that hers is the same way. How do you choose a rotary cutter that will actually cut through the fabric? Anybody?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Lorie - We definitely have our preferences here, and I would recommend that you check out the cutters we offer & maybe look up some reviews on them: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c4180 Additionally, you do need to be sure that you're changing out your blade when needed, because a dull one will not cut well and is a safety concern. -Michelle

[@patriciafarrell424]

What size bowls are needed to put into the cozies?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

It depends on which cozy size you're creating - the larger bowl cozy measures approximately 8.5" in diameter, and the smaller size should fit a standard size cereal bowl. Hope that helps! -Michelle

[@shannonhingle2435]

Do y'all sale your bowl cozy sets? If so, how much do you charge?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Shannon! We do, at times, sell our sample projects and you can view them here: www.shabbyfabrics.com/c1571/sample-quilts -Michelle

[@jeanaarnaud9881]

The 100% Cotton batting i find at Hobby lobby is way thicker than the one you are using … Is there a name for a different one ?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi @jeanaarnaud9881 - Yes, cotton batting can come in different lofts. Some people do use the "Wrap N Zap" brand for these bowl cozies, and that looks a bit thicker than the one you see here. We just used the same cotton batting that we use for our sample quilts. The thickness of the batting used doesn't matter with this project, as long as it is 100% cotton. Hope this helps :) -Michelle

[@sylviakleppinger5345]

Why is my batting so much more bulky? I am using Pellon Wrap-N-Zap.

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Sylvia- If you send a photo, we may be able to better see the batting you’re describing. Based on what we’ve seen, the Wrap & Zap that comes in a bag (labeled “natural”) does appear to be thicker than the kind available on a bolt. Hope this makes sense :) -Michelle

[@raggedyanna6-Missy]

Could you trace around it also?

[@raggedyanna6-Missy]

Can you trace around the template also?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Yes, you can trace it too. Hope this makes sense! 💖 -Michelle

[@kimsmith6368]

If you dont use the template what is dart size

[@ShabbyFabrics]

We don't have the measurements for the darts on the large bowl cozy, as we just use this template to cut out our fabrics. -Michelle

[@sandicampbell-s3r]

Where can I order?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Here is a link to shop the template and some kits that we have available for purchase on our website: www.shabbyfabrics.com/search?sortOrder=6&q=bowl+cozy Hope this can help and thanks for your comment! - Abby

[@janidemaree9704]

Is there printable directions for the plate & bowl cozy? Can someone send me a link please?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Jani - Are you looking for the Creative Grids Template directions that they include with the template ruler? -Michelle

[@cherylgrider759]

DOES IT MATTER IF THE BATTING IS FUSIBLE? OR DO YOU PREFER NON FUSIBLE BATTING?😊😊😊😊

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Hi Cheryl - It would matter if you intend to place the bowl cozy into the microwave as the adhesive in fusible is not safe for that type of use. Hope this makes sense!! 💖 -Michelle

[@marystreeter134]

Great tutorial. Can you use polyester thread?

[@ShabbyFabrics]

You definitely can use a polyester thread, but we wouldn't recommend placing the cozy in the microwave and be cautious when placing a hot bowl inside. Hope this makes sense! 💖 -Michelle

[@kathyroberts3132]

I have made a lot of these & use whatever thread I have handy...I never put these cozies in the microwave even tho the material & batting are cotton...it's just not safe imo.

[@lourdesnunez5228]

😍😍😍😍😍

[@ShabbyFabrics]

Glad you like it! Thank you for watching! 🧡 -Michelle