Originally Posted by eb in calif

an easy item to make that you won't see everywhere is the bowl buddy for the microwave. this is similar in construction to the fabric boxes but needs a batting like pellon wrap-n-zap which comes 45 " wide and 1 yard lengths. the cheapest i have found is at walmart.com with free shipping if you pick up at a walmart. $3 versus $8 at other suppliers.

i make a variety of sizes from 10 inch squares with 9 in batting to 14 inch squares with 13 inch batting and alter the size of the tuck to create different shapes. having a real bowl in each size lets the customer remember the size of the bowls they use at home and they can pick the right one. i do 14, 12 and 10 inch.
the small boxes are actually the same except that the tuck is much wider to make the side vertical.

you do need to use 100% cotton material and thread so nothing melts in the microwave.

directions are available online at
http://www.seamshappy.com/2012/08/13...wl-pot-holder/