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Microwave heat pads and draught excluders

Tutor: Kate Nisbet, crafter and designer

Join crafter and designer Kate as she demonstrates how to make your own warming heat pads and draught excluders.

Preparation

Prepare your materials and clear a space to work.

Video time

34 minutes

Microwave heat pads and draught excluders by Kate Nisbet

a person wearing a yellow winter coat holding a handsewn handwarmer
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  • Non-fraying fabric e.g. tshirt, flannel or fleece material
  • Rice, oats or wheat
  • Old pair of tights
  • Essential oil (optional) e.g. peppermint, lavender
  • Iron-on interfacing (optional, for hand-stitched option)
  • Needle and thread or sewing machine
  • Glue (optional)
  • Scissors.