Looking for simple ideas to make homemade hot pads and trivets? Learn how to sew a large hot pad from fabric strips and batting using the quilt-as-you-go sewing technique with this step-by-step how-to tutorial. With the finished project measuring 12" x 16" it's great way to protect your table and countertops from your kitchen's big casserole dishes and glass pans. And it's a good project for a beginner, too!
For this project you will need:
- fabric strips*
- backing fabric*
- cotton batting and/or Insul-Bright
- pins and Clover Wonder Clips
- iron
- sewing machine and matching thread
- basting spray or powder
- rotary cutter, cutting mat, cutting ruler
- walking foot (optional)
*all fabrics need to be 100% cotton
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The written pattern contains step-by-step how-to directions, photos, and a link to the video tutorial to make a 12" x 16" quilt-as-you-go hot pad from fabric strips. It's an instant digital download PDF pattern so you can get started on your project right away.
And check out our work with the strip hot pad to see how easy it is for anyone to sew: