Hot dish holders
 

At sewing group on Thursday, some of the gals were making hot bowl holders used in the microwave. I decided to see if I could make something to hold a hot casserole coming out of the oven so that it could to used at the table. I searched QB and saw a square one I liked so I whipped one up. I didn't have any batting that is used for potholders, (what is it called? My mind is a blank right now). I used two layers of cotton batting. I don't think that is enough to keep from getting burned, but if you grab the tabs, you can get a really good hold on it to pass it at the table. I need to get to JoAnns to get the right batting. I'm thinking with the next one, I might use some Timtex on the bottom to give it more stability.

Looks good!

Great job!

Kool (or hot) idea. BrendaK

good idea. maybe just add a couple more layers of cotton batt, or what's the one with the foil in it to it. adds more stability and acts as a potholder.
great idea you came up with there.

great idea :)

Great idea. And handy.

very nice!!!!!

I think Lynnie is thinking of Insulbrite. That would be a good addition...good thinking, Lynnie!

Insulbrite has a foil added to it...check to see if it is suitable for microwave use

Those are mavelous hot pads, sure could use some here!
hugs,
DJ

I heard that you can't use that insulbrite in the microwave..

Quiltin-nannie is not using this in the microwave, but as a potholder for a hot dish after it comes out of the oven. Unless I misunderstood the original post? I probably did misunderstand.
I have heard too many stories of fabric items igniting in the microwave to even consider making anything fabric to go in a microwave. If the item is used on a table after the item is baked or microwaved, Insulbrite would work fine and protect the surface it's placed on. Personally, I would not put anything fabric in a microwave. No matter what anyone else said.

You can't use insulbright in a microwave - only 100% cotton fabric, batting and thread. However, if it a hot dish holder for something you take out of the oven then insul bright is okay. I've made several microwave bowl holders and we love them. I need to make a few larger ones for some our bigger bowls.

What a clever idea!

What a great idea. I just might have to make some for Xmas gifts.

To give it more stability you might want to use two layers of heavy duty fusible pellon or Ultra hold Heat and Bond. that should firm it up pretty good.

Insulbrite!! I just couldn't think of the name of it. I really won't use this for microwave. I just want it for hot dishes from the oven. Thanks for restarting my brain for me! Will be off to JoAnns to get some Insulbrite!!

Insulbrite is the solution to this problem. Great project. Looks nice.

Maybe you could attach "handles" from one corner to the other on each side for easier portage.

Could you post the site where you found the pattern? That would make a quick and easy Christmas gift.

I don't believe you can use Insulbrite in the microwave, but it certainly would insulate a hot dish on the table. I think I'd probably find some way to secure the "wings". They just seem to me that they might be in the way.....other than that, it's a nice idea.

Love these they're great for potlucks- when I use potholders I very often don't see them again so these just stay with the casserole dish or pan and go home with me.

very nice, thank you for sharing

Didn't have a pattern. Just cut 2 pieces of fabric 14 inches and two pieces of batting 14 inches. Sewed an X through one piece of material and one piece of batting (did both). Put right sides together to sew, leaving about a 3 inch opening to birth it. Sewed all around outside about 1/8 inch (closed opening). Measure 2 inches in for the corner tabs. Very quick and simple. I will use Insulbrite next time. I will NOT be using in microwave.

You did not misunderstand! I'm like you, no fabric in the microwave!

Very nice. Lovely fabric

Thanks, quiltin-nannie. I just needed the dimensions. It looks like you used an 8" square dish. Is that correct?

You really don't want to use anything in the microwave unless it's microwave safe. I don't even use the "Steam n Bag" veggies in the microwave. I empty them into a microwave safe dish. They're going to end up there anyway.

Good to know I understood correctly. Some days I wonder about myself! Glad to hear these are not going in the microwave. It's a nifty idea.

Great idea for a hot casserole dish to be used at the dinner table. Will have to make one for the 9 x 13 I use sometimes. I have made these but only in a smaller version. Yours is a good idea.

Cool. Simple elegance!