batting for potholders
#11
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I use Insul-brite between two layers of thin cotton batting. I was told never to use batting that had any poly content as it might melt with the heat. So with the top and bottom fabric, that is 5 layers--they are a little stiff but are holding up well.
#13
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I don't like the insul-brite type of batting because it's "noisy" from the silver lining. Also, insul-brite is polyester, so would theoretically melt.
I use 2-3-4 layers of cotton batting, cheapest batting I can find that is 100% cotton (or close), or else scrap batting from projects. Thick pot holder from the store use just cotton, without other fancy materials.
I use 2-3-4 layers of cotton batting, cheapest batting I can find that is 100% cotton (or close), or else scrap batting from projects. Thick pot holder from the store use just cotton, without other fancy materials.
#14
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I've done 3 different combos and I like them all - they're good for different purposes.
1. single layer of insul-brite. I like to do this for oversized potholders - great for things that aren't too hot and big enough to be folded in half in a pinch for something hotter.
2. single layer of insul-brite + single layer cotton batting. This seems like a pretty "standard" thickness for potholders and works well for using them as trivets and for most other potholder needs.
3. single layer of insul-brite sandwiched between 2 layers of cotton batting. This makes a puffy potholder that can really take some heat. Kind of a pain to sew together, but great for things that have been under the broiler.
1. single layer of insul-brite. I like to do this for oversized potholders - great for things that aren't too hot and big enough to be folded in half in a pinch for something hotter.
2. single layer of insul-brite + single layer cotton batting. This seems like a pretty "standard" thickness for potholders and works well for using them as trivets and for most other potholder needs.
3. single layer of insul-brite sandwiched between 2 layers of cotton batting. This makes a puffy potholder that can really take some heat. Kind of a pain to sew together, but great for things that have been under the broiler.
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#18
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One layer of insul brite + 1 layer of cotton batting makes a wonderful pot holder. I love making pot holders aka kitchen quilts because they are immediately useful and they don't have to be perfect. I make 9 x 9 inch pot holders, use orphan blocks, strip pieced blocks or just plain old squares and bind them by machine. I love 'em because they are useful but not so pretty that those who receive them are hesitant to use them. froggyintexas
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