How to Sew Heart Shaped Hand Warmer

So back a while ago someone gave Zac a heart shapped hand warmer (he is in the heart business). Anyway I thought I could recreate one easy. So here goes my first tutorial. I thought it would be perfect for Valentines Day. Wouldn't one of these be a great gift for someone you love?

How to Sew Heart Shaped Hand Warm

Supplies:

red Fleece (for heart front) You could also use flannel for both front and back.
Red Canvas (for heart back)
Heart Template
Ribbon
Rice (not brown rice...according to my sister it smells funny when you heat it up)

Step 1.

Cut out 1 heart from fleece and 1 heart from canvas.

Step 2.

Pin canvas heart to fleece heart. If you want a ribbon tag now is the time to pin it inbetween the two layers. I also like to pin the heart together at the V of the heart.

Step 3.

Sew heart together leaving a 2-3 inch whole for pouring the rice in.

Step 4.

Trim the tip off the bottom of the heart so you can get a good point to your heart.

Step 5.

Cut a slit right between the V of the heart. Helps it turn better.

Step 6.

Turn the heart right side out.

Step 7. Pour in rice.

Step 8.

Sew hole shut. Not as pretty as I like it but oh well.

Now go throw that baby into the microwave for 1-2 minutes and warm your hands, feet or whatever! Enjoy.

17 comments

Just JaimeJanuary 26, 2012 at 4:55 PM
So cute! Great job!
Sandy AngJanuary 26, 2012 at 5:01 PM
such a charming idea !
GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartJanuary 26, 2012 at 5:28 PM
As I sit at my computer with one hand gripping a hot cup of tea to keep it warm, I am thinking these sweet little hearts would be very nice to make. Your tutorial is great and your project turned out perfect!

I have enjoyed popping in to visit with you!
Kindly, Lorraine
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Stitch a Wish DesignsJanuary 28, 2012 at 6:55 AM
LOVE this, how adorable !! Thanks for sharing, send over here from Jen at TT&J. Love your blog! Newest follower !!
MiaBJanuary 28, 2012 at 11:59 AM
How neat!! That's awesome...would really love it if you could share this with us here http://www.mamamiasheart2heart.com/2012/01/sharing-saturday-4.html

Thanks so much,
MiaB
KarimaJanuary 30, 2012 at 5:31 AM
These are great. I made some of these recently using pink fleece - the kids use them for their pockets on cold mornings!
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloorJanuary 30, 2012 at 1:42 PM
These are so perfect for our winter soccer season!! I could really use these while fah-reezing and watching my boys' teams!! Would be super delighted if you'd link up to my brand new party: http://www.ishouldbemoppingthefloor.com/2012/01/mop-it-up-mondays-party-1.html
{HUGS},
kristi
(your newest follower!)
cheapcraftymamaJanuary 31, 2012 at 5:06 AM
Those are so adorable and sweet! I would love it if you would link up to my Valentines Party @ www.cheapcraftymama.com!
Daniel B.January 31, 2012 at 10:03 AM
Isn't it the handwarmer you should throw in the microwave, not "that baby?"

Someone call Child Protective Services...
Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon DesignsJanuary 31, 2012 at 5:49 PM
I think this is just the sweetest idea! Bonnie and I would love it if you would share this at our link party!

www.uncommondesignsonline.com

Take care! Trish @ Uncommon
PinkOddyFebruary 1, 2012 at 12:16 PM
what a lovely idea - especially as it's so cold this time of year
Jayme @ Her Late Night CravingsFebruary 2, 2012 at 6:53 AM
That is so cute! We have had so much fun with the Find Some Love Fest link up! It's so great to connect and support our fellow bloggers. We are following you and would love for you to visit our blog.

Jayme & Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings
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LizFebruary 2, 2012 at 11:58 AM
I love this!! I want one of my own !! Thanks so much for linking up :)
Lindsi BFebruary 3, 2012 at 8:16 AM
I found you on Tip Junkie. Would you please share this with my readers for our Fun Stuff Fridays Valentine's Linky Party? I think it would be a great fit. http://www.toysinthedryer.com/2012/02/14-days-of-valentines-fun-stuff-fridays.html
The life of ClareFebruary 3, 2012 at 9:44 PM
These are fantastic. I can't imagine at the moment having to warm my hands or feet, as it's mid-summer, but I do remember so very cold days last winter where this would have come in very handy (bad un intended).

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