JAN.....I was searching for a microwave neck wrap, you showed up. I just LOVE everything about you and your channel. So, I stopped here and watched. Thank you for all you do for us, and for explaining it SO WELL.
Can you make different sizes to buy? I am a cancer survivor but I burn chronically thru the day from retaining mri dye contrast called gadolinium. The chelator came off the dye and never left my body. It is so painful and now I am emf sensitive from it. I have a longer skinny one I got with no scent that I take out of freezer and use. Not sure what it is filled with. It doesn’t stay cold for very long. Seems like there are beans in it. Do you have an Etsy store?. I am disabled from this chronic skin burning and would love something larger and maybe several. Thank you for the consideration.
Purchased this today, cant wait til the cotton muslin dries to get started. Question, do you use cotton thread when sewing, specially when using the item in the microwave? Thanks :)
I just use my general purpose thread which has a little polyester in it, but not to worry it won't be an issue. Cotton thread may shrink and pop. I never really use all cotton thread.
This particular bag, I don't wash. You can always make a slipcover for it similar to my eye pillow cover. You can view that tutorial here. ua-cam.com/video/o3oR4yrJ__4/v-deo.html
I'm not sure about lentils and I wouldn't recommend filling the bas with menthol crystals. If you want that scent, I would apply menthol essential oils on the outside of the bag. You can also use feed corn, that's what I recommend in the video. Flax seeds, wheat and buckwheat are some other good things to fill the bag.
@@JanHowell thank you so much! My mom asked for something like this for Christmas. We were in a store and saw a sock filled with walnut shells that you could heat up. I thought I would make her something like that for Christmas and you are tutorial was very helpful. I have not heard of people using feed corn before, but it makes sense that that would work nicely. I have heard othersexpressed concern about rice because of bugs. So I appreciate your experience with the feed corn!
You can get the pattern bundle here. youmakeitsimple.com/product/therapeutic-rice-bag-set-sewing-pdf-pattern-hand-warmers-neck-bag-eye-pillow-back-pad-feet-warmer/
Hi, when you put these in the microwave for 2 mins won’t it cook the corn and make it popcorn? I’ve only used wheat bags but like the idea these stay warm for longer. Thanks
You can get the pattern here youmakeitsimple.com/product/therapeutic-rice-bag-set-sewing-pdf-pattern-hand-warmers-neck-bag-eye-pillow-back-pad-feet-warmer/
JAN.....I was searching for a microwave neck wrap, you showed up. I just LOVE everything about you and your channel. So, I stopped here and watched. Thank you for all you do for us, and for explaining it SO WELL.
Thanks. You are so kind!
Can you make different sizes to buy? I am a cancer survivor but I burn chronically thru the day from retaining mri dye contrast called gadolinium. The chelator came off the dye and never left my body. It is so painful and now I am emf sensitive from it. I have a longer skinny one I got with no scent that I take out of freezer and use. Not sure what it is filled with. It doesn’t stay cold for very long. Seems like there are beans in it. Do you have an Etsy store?. I am disabled from this chronic skin burning and would love something larger and maybe several. Thank you for the consideration.
You have the best tutorials. Easy to follow. I am so glad I found your channel. Thank you!
Welcome! So glad you found me too. Thanks for the kind words!
I love your simple videos and this is definitely on my gift making list for friends for Christmas. Thank you 💕
You are so welcome! Happy Holidays!
Is it necessary to use cotton thread as well?
how do I keep the corn from going mouldy, it will get condensation after heating or wet from freezing?
Purchased this today, cant wait til the cotton muslin dries to get started. Question, do you use cotton thread when sewing, specially when using the item in the microwave? Thanks :)
I just use my general purpose thread which has a little polyester in it, but not to worry it won't be an issue. Cotton thread may shrink and pop. I never really use all cotton thread.
I love your labels. What material do you use for the ribbon so it can go in the microwave? Thank you.
I use a cotton fabric. Never have had an issue with the labels.
Very nice, thank you! I havw a question about washing of this bag. How to clean it?
This particular bag, I don't wash. You can always make a slipcover for it similar to my eye pillow cover. You can view that tutorial here. ua-cam.com/video/o3oR4yrJ__4/v-deo.html
Do the corn kernels pop in the microwave?
Not if you use FEED CORN.
TY again Jan another genius idea. TFS. I shared and saved.🐞🌲🎅🦌🤶🎄
Can You Use Lentil plain with menthol crystals and not sure what else ????not just rice??
I'm not sure about lentils and I wouldn't recommend filling the bas with menthol crystals. If you want that scent, I would apply menthol essential oils on the outside of the bag.
You can also use feed corn, that's what I recommend in the video. Flax seeds, wheat and buckwheat are some other good things to fill the bag.
@@JanHowell si menthol,corn,the crystals 👌
To confirm, if using flannel it should be cotton or wool flannel so it doesn't melt in the microwave?
correct
Can the feed corn last many years being microved repeatedly?
Yes. We’ve had several that last several years. You’ll know when it starts smelling like burnt popcorn
For fabric would an old sheet work for the basic bag portion? I plan to make covers to wash and cover the bags after
Absolutely.
Great idea. Thank you.
You are so welcome!
Do you ever worry about bugs getting into the corn? Or do the bugs not care for it?
I've never had an issue
@@JanHowell thank you so much! My mom asked for something like this for Christmas. We were in a store and saw a sock filled with walnut shells that you could heat up. I thought I would make her something like that for Christmas and you are tutorial was very helpful. I have not heard of people using feed corn before, but it makes sense that that would work nicely. I have heard othersexpressed concern about rice because of bugs. So I appreciate your experience with the feed corn!
Does the therapy bag bundle include the care instructions/directions chart?
Yes it does.
Thank you for responding
Where do we get the patterns for different sizes. Would like to make a more rectangular one to go around my neck
You can get the pattern bundle here. youmakeitsimple.com/product/therapeutic-rice-bag-set-sewing-pdf-pattern-hand-warmers-neck-bag-eye-pillow-back-pad-feet-warmer/
Thank you. I love it. Such a quick and easy gift idea. I might have missed it but was that about 4 cups of feed corn?
5-6 cups of corn
You can get feed corn at any livestock feed store, some pet stores, and on Amazon.
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Great idea
what kind of sewing machine are you using
In this tutorial I am using a babylock verve
Is this an instant download
Yes, the PDF pattern is an instant download.
Hi the link to the pattern seems to be broken !
Here is a link for the foot warmer tutorial. youmakeitsimple.com/2016/01/05/1994/
Hi, when you put these in the microwave for 2 mins won’t it cook the corn and make it popcorn? I’ve only used wheat bags but like the idea these stay warm for longer. Thanks
You use FEED CORN bought at the farm stores like IFA. Regular corn will pop, this does not.
That's what I was thinking😅
Where can i get the pattern from please
You can get the pattern here youmakeitsimple.com/product/therapeutic-rice-bag-set-sewing-pdf-pattern-hand-warmers-neck-bag-eye-pillow-back-pad-feet-warmer/
How much corn in bags??
5-6 cups. You can get all the details here youmakeitsimple.com/2016/01/05/1994/
Where can a small amount of feed corn be bought?
Some pet stores and livestock feed stores sell it bulk. You can also get it on Amazon?
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Great idea! Won't the corn pop in the microwave? That could be a little funny..... ;)
Feed corn will not pop.
@@JanHowell I did not know that - thank you!
Where do you get feed corn at?
You can get it at any livestock feed store, some pet stores, and on Amazon.
amzn.to/39ZJ4pb
So not fleece?
fleece will melt in the microwave when heating. Ok for the frezzer though.
A bit random but could you use wild bird seed? I have a massive bag i cant use as we were told to stop feeding birds due to a rat infestation?
I would not recommend it. Birdseed goes rancid really quick
Corn don’t pop
Feed corn will not pop.
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