Rice Bags Rock

We LOVE rice bags!  We make them in all shapes and sizes. Heat them in the microwave for 2 to 3 minutes and take them to bed with you for aches or to keep you warm:)
I made one that fits perfectly into the front pocket of my daughters hoodie and she loves to use it for cramps.

You can use any kind of fabric but my favorite is flannel.  This rice bag was made from a pair of old pjs. I have made them out of cotton and fleece and a mix of one side cotton and one said fleece.

Cut the fabric the size you want it be.  I usually make them about 4 inches by 10 inches. 

 They are great if they are smaller or larger  It's just a personal preference.

Put your fabric right sides together and sew around three sides 

the width of the foot on the machine, leaving one side open for filling with rice.

After sewing three sides, clip the corners diagonally to

 help it look nice after you turn it back right side out. 

Fill it with as much rice as you'd like

turn the top open edge inside and pin it for easier stitching

stitch the opening closed the width of the machine foot again

Clip the threads and your rice bag is complete:) They make cute gifts.

  I just made 3 for my neighbor for her birthday because they only had one

 and her daughter took it to college with her:)  

One night I caughter my 11 year old using 3 rice bags in bed at the same time!

You can also freeze them to use as a cold comfort too.

*when in a pinch, fill a long sock with rice and tie it off with a knot,

I'm a little comfort bag-

just keep me by your chair

two or three minutes in the microwave

and I'll warm you everywhere

or freeze me for a little while

and fix that boo boo up in style

instead of a compress made of ice 

you'll find this pillow extra nice.