Saturday, August 8, 2009

Hot Stuff Potholder

One of the wonderful things about Texture Magic is it can be used on all kinds of items, not just purses or quilts.
I've been wanting to try it on some kitchen projects.

This morning I made this potholder called Hot Stuff by Vanilla House Designs.
I pulled from some home decor weight fabric that are little heavier than the regular cottons we use in quilts.
You can see the difference in the fabrics on the front. The one on the right has been shrunk with Texture Magic.
I also added Texture Magic to the back piece of the potholder.
On this section I sewed straight lines 1/4" apart.
Before adding steam.
Once it was shrunk, I cut out the back piece.
Pictures never do these projects justice. I wish you could touch this back piece, because the texture is really cool.
Or should I say hot, for Hot Stuff.
In retrospect, if I were to do this potholder again using a heavier weight fabric along with the Texture Magic, I think I would only Texture the front. Trying to put the bias tape around all the layers, including the thermal interfacing fleece, was quite bulky to sew through.
But, when I added one of my covered buttons, all was well.
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12 comments:

  1. AnonymousAugust 8, 2009 at 5:28 PM

    Wonderful idea...and so pretty that I wouldn't dare use it! LOL

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  2. JanaAugust 8, 2009 at 5:57 PM

    You "made" me buy Texture Magic...now to get it out of the package and play with it. :) I love the back of your potholder!

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  3. Sandie @ crazy'boutquiltsAugust 8, 2009 at 8:52 PM

    How cool! And the heat when you use the pot holder doesn't melt the TM? I am going to have to find some to play with too! :-)

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  4. ThimbleannaAugust 8, 2009 at 9:29 PM

    Very, very cool Nedra! What a great idea to use texture magic on hot pads!

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  5. DawnAugust 8, 2009 at 11:01 PM

    Oh Nedra, it turned out so cute!

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  6. Material MaryAugust 8, 2009 at 11:43 PM

    That is a really cute hot pad!!Love that texture magic. I even saw a package at Sisters, Oregon when we went there on our way to the family reunion..
    Mary

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  7. Nat PalaskasAugust 8, 2009 at 11:55 PM

    Very cute. You seemed to mastered the 'magic' to perfection - Hugs Nat

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  8. dotti whiteAugust 9, 2009 at 12:57 AM

    It's amazing the "soothing balm" in a covered button! The potholder is sweet but thanks for the feedback about it being a bit thick to work with! My mom has the pattern and has made some of those potholders. Have a great Sunday!

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  9. Cathy @ CabbageQuiltsAugust 9, 2009 at 1:41 AM

    Love it, I want one!!! And as for the button....oh yes!! xo

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  10. AnnieAugust 9, 2009 at 9:26 AM

    VERY hot! Great idea for using the Texture Magic. Did you have trouble getting the binding on because it wasn't wide enough or because the layers were so thick? I like the idea of the texture on both sides, so might try cutting the bias binding an extra 1/4" wider next time. Another suggestion: when stitching through lots of thick layers, try Superior Threads' great new titanium needles. They are very strong and really do make a difference when you've got lots of thicknesses to go through. I use them on all my bags, etc. and they are awesome.

    Annie
    www.byannie.com

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  11. EileenAugust 9, 2009 at 6:02 PM

    This stuff is really very cool! And the potholders turned out just wonderful using it. Love your fabrics too.

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  12. The AshtonsAugust 12, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    Hi Nedra! These would be the greatest little gifts. I am so glad I got to be your neighbor if only for a little while.

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