How to Sew a Double Pocket Hot Pad
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A Perfect Hostess Gift: The Double Pocket Hot Pad
Heading to a friend's house for a party or a potluck? Along with your side dish, make a nice double pocket hot pad.
The advantage of this potholder is that it is longer than most (24"), has a pocket at each end to quickly put your hands into to grab a hot dish and is thermally insulated throughout so it can also be used as a large trivet.
Not to mention, this clever project will beautifully await use while hanging on the handle of one's oven.
Everything You Need From a Few Cuts
Using two 10" x WOF cuts of fabric, one 8" x 38" piece each of cotton batting and insulating batting, and 100% cotton thread, you will have everything needed to make this great gift.
Talk about easy! Each pocket has a faux binding.
Supply List For Your Double Pocket Hot Pad
Fabric Cuts
- 2x10" x 26"
- 2x10" x 8"
- 2x10" x 7"
Batting Cuts
Cut both the cotton batting and the insulating batting in these sizes.
- 1x8" x 24"
- 2x8" x 7"
Tools I Used
- Brother Expedition BX1 Sewing Machine
- Insul-Bright Insulated Batting (or similar)
- Free Fuse by Quilters Select
- Quilters Select Glue Stick
- Curved Corner Ruler by Creative Grids (CGRCCC)
- OESD Point & Press Turning Tool
- Laurastar Irons
- 100% cotton thread
- Ruler and fabric marker
- Pins and quilt clips
Watch the Tutorial
Watch the accompanying video to learn how to make the faux binding along with other tips, including a clever way to assemble the pot holder so it lays nice and flat once turned right side out.
More Quick Kitchen Gifts
For a classic square version, see my Quick Tips for Making Pot Holders. Pair the hot pad with a set of hanging kitchen towels or a Travel Tissue Cover for a little extra.
Reva
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the double pocket hot pad?
It is 24" long, which is longer than most potholders. A pocket at each end lets you slip both hands in to lift a hot dish. When it is not in use, it hangs over the oven door handle.
What fabric and batting do I need?
Two 10" x WOF (width of fabric) cuts of fabric, plus one 8" x 38" piece each of cotton batting and insulating batting. Cut the fabric into two 10" x 26", two 10" x 8" and two 10" x 7" pieces. Cut both battings into one 8" x 24" and two 8" x 7" pieces.
Can it be used as a trivet?
Yes. The hot pad is thermally insulated throughout, with insulating batting layered with cotton batting, so it doubles as a large trivet under a hot dish. That makes it a practical hostess gift to bring along with a side dish.
How are the pocket edges finished?
Each pocket has a faux binding, which gives the edge a bound look without attaching a separate binding strip. The video tutorial shows how to make it, along with a way to assemble the hot pad so it lays flat once it is turned right side out.
What thread should I use?
Use 100% cotton thread, as listed in the supply list. It matches the cotton fabric and cotton batting used throughout the project.
