I suggest using the needle down feature especially when turning corners. I make them using 6 inch squares with a magnet so they can hang on the refrigerator. 😊
I use one of the thin plastic cutting sheets/boards from the dollar store Taped on my machine when working with the shelf liner. I have also used a piece of the plastic type file folder. Slides right over both.
I make them too. 6 inch square. I use muslin and a print fabric and drawer liner. I do sew an X from corner to corner, seems to help with fabric shifting. I don't use tissue paper either. And I straight stitch with less pressure on the pressure foot. Great way to use up scraps.
How lucky you are to have your sister.I lost my last sister a year ago last January.I had three sisters and have none now.Some days are bad and some are ok.I love how you easily explain your project.
I use the thinner drawer liner from DT w/o the open waffle (looks like vinyl fabric) then you only need 1 square of fabric since you can’t see the wrong side of the print fabric. My Janome 15000 sews through the outer layers w/o tissue paper but if you have a walking foot or even feed foot you could batch sew all the top stitching w/o taping the tissue paper to your machine. I like the diagonal stitching too but couldn’t figure out how to sew all 4 edges and the diagonal lines with one continuous sew.
I love this!My Mom suggested that I make sets of 3, in 3 sizes.She likes the little ones in her purse for water bottles. I just cut up a stack of 7, 5 and 4 inch squares, but need to buy the shelf liner. I also like the idea of securing the layers with an X on the diagonals!❤ Glad you overcame needing to pick out tissue paper! Edit: I ended up just making them in 2 sizes. The 5" cut turns out to be the perfect smaller size!
Thank you Deanna. That’s why I love your channel. I make things to sell as well. And, I love how you give your price because that helps me. I never know how to price my goods.
It’s a great idea, beautiful fabric choices. Thank you for the wonderful tutorial. Personally I prefer having the inside fabric peeking out, because it’s like an added touch and I also think that it makes holding them to grip easier. I have found that in a pinch they can be used as a coaster as well-the grippy part keeps them from slipping & sliding around. I make these in 2 sizes, the larger 7” one & a 5” one for not only opening smaller items such as water/soda bottles and pill bottles, but also portability. I do fold the finished jar gripper in half both ways to make a visible line and then sew a wavy line across both lines-it seems to give it more stability. The only other difference is that I get my grippy liner from Joann’s on sale or with a coupon, because after testing both types of grippy liner I believe their design grips better, bonus is that it’s either 90” or 108” wide so you get a lot for less $$. Oh, and that grippy liner also lets the inside design peak through a bit more! Thanks again for sharing your wonderful, helpful idea, and all that you are learning from the journey.
Great tip to tape tissue paper/parchment or wax paper to machine bed outside of stitching area to allow shelf liner to easily slide without attaching it to jar openers. Thanks for sharing❣️
I also don't use tissue paper, I just use a Teflon foot and lower pressure. Never had a problem with stickiness under the foot. The shelf liner is on top,I don't have to turn it inside out, just use picking shears at edges.
Hi Deanna. You mentioned packaging at the end of your video. I struggle with this all the time when prepping for craft fairs. I am just not creative 🤦🏽♀️ Do you have any tips/suggestions on how I could package tea towels? It’s the type that goes over your oven door handle. I can send you a picture if you like.
I would maybe try to (masking tape or painters tape) tape the tissue paper or a piece or parchment paper to the flat side of the sewing machine so you don’t have to worry about it moving while you’re sewing? Also I use a chopstick to push out corners if you don’t have an unsharpened pencil 😊
I've made these before. I've used a computer paper or notebook paper. I lay the fabric side down, lay the paper on top of rubber side and then sew. You do have to rip the paper off. This works for me. I also put a magnet in it. So it can hang on the fridge. Or add a ribbon hanger on the corner.
I am wondering if a walking foot would work better? I got my rug liner yesterday I haven't tried one yet. But also wondering if I cut a hole out of a piece of Teflon sheet that I use for heat pressing, just enough to let my presser foot and feed dogs through and tape that sheet to my machine, if that will keep it from sticking. I have done that before with other things like leather I sew.
I haven't seen this before. A great way to use up scraps. Also you can use parchment paper to press the top of the fabric after turning. I also use a thin flour sack towel to press. Thank you for this idea!
Sandwich shelf liner in the middle of 2 pieces of fabric. Bottom fabric - good side faces up. Top fabric- good side faces down. Sew around perimeter but leave a small section unstiched for turning. After turning, iron top fabric. Zigzag stich around edge. To avoid shelp liner sticking to sewing machine-: tape down tissue paper; baking paper or plastic file folder wrapped around a thin plastic cutting board.
@@ellenmorley1104 Deanna in the vid uses 2 pieces of fabric. 1 piece turns over to be the top fabric, the other 1 can be seen through the gaps of the shelf liner & covers the raw edges from view.
I only use 1 layer of fabric and 1 of the gripper stuff. It works well for me! I struggled with the gripper sticking to my machine, so I'll try the tissue paper trick!
Love your projects. I use a letter opener to corners out and go around the insides. It doesn't have a sharp point and the length of it helps with bigger projects. I got mine at Walmart for a dollar. Years ago got my 1st and favorite one from our realtor. Sadly, my dog chewed it up.
Hi Deanna love the idea of the jar opener, but would like to know how to price them when completed and how many for the price please let me know thanks
Thanks for showing us how to make these. I love watching your videos. I love the kool aide material. Did that come from Joann’s? I love the zig zag stitch.
You could try folding down the edges of the fabric 1/4", putting it together with the shelf liner and then using fabric glue (fabritac) around the edges to close and maybe you could go over it all with a small hand stitch using a needle and thread. You could use paper clips or binder clips or clothes pins to go all the way around the edges until the fabric glue dries. Should work imo.
You may want to invest in a free motion glider sheet. Soo much easier. One purchase and you’re done. No tissue or tape needed. Free Motion Quilting Glider Teflon Sheet
keep your needle done when you make your turns ten you won’t have to worry about your thread coming loose. Great video.
I suggest using the needle down feature especially when turning corners. I make them using 6 inch squares with a magnet so they can hang on the refrigerator. 😊
Where do you place the magnet
How much do you sell them for?
I use one of the thin plastic cutting sheets/boards from the dollar store Taped on my machine when working with the shelf liner. I have also used a piece of the plastic type file folder. Slides right over both.
I make them too. 6 inch square. I use muslin and a print fabric and drawer liner. I do sew an X from corner to corner, seems to help with fabric shifting. I don't use tissue paper either. And I straight stitch with less pressure on the pressure foot. Great way to use up scraps.
Ohhh, I like the X!!! I just made a few but will start doing that on my next group!!!!!
Awesome!
How lucky you are to have your sister.I lost my last sister a year ago last January.I had three sisters and have none now.Some days are bad and some are ok.I love how you easily explain your project.
Thanks for sharing. I think perhaps parchment paper would glide better n you'll need less changes of tissue. Thanks again n have a great day.
What do you sell these Little Gems for? Thank you
Just a thought. I might just cut everything with pinky shears and sew around. Love the idea!
It would save turning
That's a cool idea and it would look so cute! I have got to try some of these.
I use the thinner drawer liner from DT w/o the open waffle (looks like vinyl fabric) then you only need 1 square of fabric since you can’t see the wrong side of the print fabric. My Janome 15000 sews through the outer layers w/o tissue paper but if you have a walking foot or even feed foot you could batch sew all the top stitching w/o taping the tissue paper to your machine. I like the diagonal stitching too but couldn’t figure out how to sew all 4 edges and the diagonal lines with one continuous sew.
I love this!My Mom suggested that I make sets of 3, in 3 sizes.She likes the little ones in her purse for water bottles.
I just cut up a stack of 7, 5 and 4 inch squares, but need to buy the shelf liner. I also like the idea of securing the layers with an X on the diagonals!❤
Glad you overcame needing to pick out tissue paper!
Edit: I ended up just making them in 2 sizes. The 5" cut turns out to be the perfect smaller size!
Thank you for the idea of doing a smaller one to open drink n water bottles. I have RA n this is a GREAT idea.
Thank you
Love the idea of water bottle sized ones! ❤
I love the idea of sets!
@@mregister3945 what size is water bottle square?
Thank you Deanna. That’s why I love your channel. I make things to sell as well. And, I love how you give your price because that helps me. I never know how to price my goods.
I didn’t hear what she prices them at! What did she say? Thank you
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I'm going to try a Teflon sheet instead of the tissue paper.
These are very cute and useful. At the corners, it would be useful if you leave your needle down. Have a blessed day.
I have an Accuquilt and a 6.6 inch die. Do you think that would be large enough to make the jar opener?
I love those fabrics, especially the flowers!
Have you thought of using a teflon foot? That way you could sew with the rubber backing on top and no need for the tissue paper on the sewing machine.
It’s a great idea, beautiful fabric choices. Thank you for the wonderful tutorial. Personally I prefer having the inside fabric peeking out, because it’s like an added touch and I also think that it makes holding them to grip easier. I have found that in a pinch they can be used as a coaster as well-the grippy part keeps them from slipping & sliding around.
I make these in 2 sizes, the larger 7” one & a 5” one for not only opening smaller items such as water/soda bottles and pill bottles, but also portability. I do fold the finished jar gripper in half both ways to make a visible line and then sew a wavy line across both lines-it seems to give it more stability. The only other difference is that I get my grippy liner from Joann’s on sale or with a coupon, because after testing both types of grippy liner I believe their design grips better, bonus is that it’s either 90” or 108” wide so you get a lot for less $$. Oh, and that grippy liner also lets the inside design peak through a bit more!
Thanks again for sharing your wonderful, helpful idea, and all that you are learning from the journey.
Great tip to tape tissue paper/parchment or wax paper to machine bed outside of stitching area to allow shelf liner to easily slide without attaching it to jar openers. Thanks for sharing❣️
Would it work better to sew with the fabric side down and put copy paper on top to easily tear away when done?
I see these and I see a magnet inside them to hang them on the fridge. But I use a walking foot
Harbor Frieght sells hemostats, I use one to turn things right side out after sewing.
These are really cute a great to use.....how much do you sell them for???😊
Cute and easy project! How much do you sell them for?
Why not just turn it over and have the fabric side down? Just curious?
I wonder about using a non-stick needle?
I'm assuming the 2 pcs of material, right sides are facing each other with rubber part between..
Yes
I love your Sew Awesome on your sewing machine.
Thank you so much!
I like it too, I’d love to get one - I’m looking on Etsy now.
Use a Teflon foot and you won't need tissue paper.
What if you sewed with the fabric side down and use a teflon foot on the top?
What type and size needle is best for sewing these?
I used my 90/14
Just found your video. Does the inline rubbery bit wash ok?
Yes
Wow, this is a good idea too. Instead of using tissue paper all the time, this is better.
For new sewers, you need to show how you layer the fabric before sewing. I love these! Quick and easy!
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Watch this one. I had showed all the steps start to finish. Thank you for watching!
How do they wash-or does anyone add washing instructions?
I add washing instructions but you can hand wash on cold
Enjoyed you video. You are very easy to understand. Thanks for sharing.
I also don't use tissue paper, I just use a Teflon foot and lower pressure. Never had a problem with stickiness under the foot. The shelf liner is on top,I don't have to turn it inside out, just use picking shears at edges.
Hi Deanna. You mentioned packaging at the end of your video. I struggle with this all the time when prepping for craft fairs. I am just not creative 🤦🏽♀️ Do you have any tips/suggestions on how I could package tea towels? It’s the type that goes over your oven door handle. I can send you a picture if you like.
Hey, that's cute
I would maybe try to (masking tape or painters tape) tape the tissue paper or a piece or parchment paper to the flat side of the sewing machine so you don’t have to worry about it moving while you’re sewing?
Also I use a chopstick to push out corners if you don’t have an unsharpened pencil 😊
I've made these before. I've used a computer paper or notebook paper. I lay the fabric side down, lay the paper on top of rubber side and then sew. You do have to rip the paper off. This works for me. I also put a magnet in it. So it can hang on the fridge. Or add a ribbon hanger on the corner.
I made these without tissue paper. To much extra work.i also made a loop to hang or a magnet so u could put on fridge.
Those are cute as well and the zig zag worked better I think.❤
Thank you! 😊
I am wondering if a walking foot would work better? I got my rug liner yesterday I haven't tried one yet. But also wondering if I cut a hole out of a piece of Teflon sheet that I use for heat pressing, just enough to let my presser foot and feed dogs through and tape that sheet to my machine, if that will keep it from sticking. I have done that before with other things like leather I sew.
Do you think that a walking foot would make it easier?
Yes I do
I haven't seen this before. A great way to use up scraps. Also you can use parchment paper to press the top of the fabric after turning. I also use a thin flour sack towel to press.
Thank you for this idea!
I didn’t see your layering process. Did you lay both pieces of fabric face down? Do you need 2 layers for the thickness? Cute idea!!
I only used one layer of fabric why two- thanks for sharing
Sandwich shelf liner in the middle of 2 pieces of fabric. Bottom fabric - good side faces up. Top fabric- good side faces down.
Sew around perimeter but leave a small section unstiched for turning.
After turning, iron top fabric. Zigzag stich around edge.
To avoid shelp liner sticking to sewing machine-: tape down tissue paper; baking paper or plastic file folder wrapped around a thin plastic cutting board.
@@ellenmorley1104 Deanna in the vid uses 2 pieces of fabric. 1 piece turns over to be the top fabric, the other 1 can be seen through the gaps of the shelf liner & covers the raw edges from view.
@@ellenmorley1104 It's also perfectly fine to use only 1 piece of fabric, still works. Personal preference on whether you use 1 or 2 pieces of fabric.
Great problem solving. Love these.
Thank you! Cheers!
Very cute! I haven't participated in a craft fair since covid. But I signed up this year. I will give these a try. Thanks for sharing ❤
Have fun!
I know why you top stitch the closure and around the square but, have you ever thought to sew two sides or one line down the center?
Thanks for your new tips.
My pleasure 😊
I would add a topper to the clear bags! I love these!
Great tip!
Very cute fabrics. Thanks for sharing your instructions.
I only use 1 layer of fabric and 1 of the gripper stuff. It works well for me! I struggled with the gripper sticking to my machine, so I'll try the tissue paper trick!
Enjoy!
Name them your Crafty Jar Grippers ...😁 Now, I want to make some. I have so much scrap fabric....❤🎉😊
Have fun!
Thanks for the update
Any time!
I love these! How much do you price them at?
Love your projects. I use a letter opener to corners out and go around the insides. It doesn't have a sharp point and the length of it helps with bigger projects. I got mine at Walmart for a dollar. Years ago got my 1st and favorite one from our realtor. Sadly, my dog chewed it up.
Thanks for the tip!
Love these. Wonder how much you charge for them
Thank you! I was struggling with this!
What would you charge for these?
You could use a FMQ mat and a teflon foot ....
Great idea!
Thanks!
Hi Deanna love the idea of the jar opener, but would like to know how to price them when completed and how many for the price please let me know thanks
I’m thinking 5$
These are so cute! If you could show how you layer the fabrics? And do you have a link to the rubber stuff?
My previous video had all the information.
Here ya go!
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I'm so glad you came up with the non tissue! I want to make a bunch for gifts and this will help a lot! Love all you do, Thanks Deanna!
You are so welcome!
I made some a few years ago and the people loved them.
Great idea! How often should I be changing my needle?
I usually change mine about every other project. If it is sewing well I don’t. Some people say after each project.
Curious how much do you charge for your openers at a craft fair? Great idea!
$5 thank you!
Thanks for showing us how to make these. I love watching your videos. I love the kool aide material. Did that come from Joann’s? I love the zig zag stitch.
Thank you! Fabric was from Walmart
Packaging is my downfall at craft shows. Looking forward to your next video
Great project! I’m going to try it.
I sew and sell
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Awesome!!!❤❤❤
AWESOME craft idea!
Thank you so much 😊
Super cute!
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Where did you get the material with the eggs on it?
Joanns
Where did you get your material?
I buy at Joann’s Walmart hobby lobby
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May I ask how much you will sell them for?
5$
Thank so much,I like the new way!
Glad to hear that!
Where did you find kool aid material
Walmart
Great tutorial
Thank you! Cheers!
These are so cute. Love the kool-aid man !
Glad you like them!
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Is there any other way I can make these I don't sew and I don't have a sewing machine?
You could try folding down the edges of the fabric 1/4", putting it together with the shelf liner and then using fabric glue (fabritac) around the edges to close and maybe you could go over it all with a small hand stitch using a needle and thread. You could use paper clips or binder clips or clothes pins to go all the way around the edges until the fabric glue dries. Should work imo.
@@atticusk8548 thank you so much
Great idea with the tissue paper. Those are so cute
Thank you! 😊
Great tip! TFS
You are so welcome!
We shop at the same fabric store!! I have some of that same fabric!!
Oh cool!
Where did you get your materials?
I got mine at Hobby Lobby’s
You may want to invest in a free motion glider sheet. Soo much easier. One purchase and you’re done. No tissue or tape needed.
Free Motion Quilting Glider Teflon Sheet
Thank you!
Hi Crafty Deanna very beautiful jar openers I like all the springy patterns of fabrics you have used lots of luck in your next craft fair 👍🌈🌸