If I Make Hot Mats (pot holders)
#12
I was just going to ask this question. Thank you for answering it. I had wondered about using it in hotpads because I sometimes place a bowl on one in the microwave oven. Won't be doing that any more! lol!
#14
I just never wanted to put the extra money into insulbrite. the batting I use is not fat and after the hotpad is quilted down it is not fat anyway. Using 2 layers of batting worked just fine for me. I sold over 900 hotpads in 12 years and never had any complaints. I would not use anything fluffy and thick for batting. I have also heard of people who recycle towels in place of batting.
It is all in what you want to use. I made my decisions when I first started making them. everyone has a different view of how they want their hot pad or pot holder made.
It is all in what you want to use. I made my decisions when I first started making them. everyone has a different view of how they want their hot pad or pot holder made.
#15
It is my understanding that Insulbrite has a layer of metal in it. Good for hot pads...but NOT good in the microwave. I don't usually use hot pads in the microwave, but I have seen others do it. I have used 2 layers of W & N and last time I used old towels.
#16
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Hot pads I make are layers of fabric folded in half and stacked on top of each other. Not explained well, is it? Anyway, with the folded fabric, plus a single back layer, I only use 1 layer of fleece or 2 layers of flannel. Heavy enough to protect, thin enough to grip the hot pan.
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