This easy-sew casserole pot holder has two connected hot pads, perfect for carrying your favorite casserole to a potluck! This is a great beginner project and makes a great gift!
When we moved a few years ago, we had to leave behind the best assets of our old home — our wonderful neighbors Denise and her daughter Heather. Denise and Heather are family to us, always interested in what was going on in our lives, helping us with the dog when we didn’t get home in time to feed him, and caring for our house when we were gone. It was so hard to move away, even if it was just a mile. Thankfully, we still see them often, but it’s really not the same.
Denise is also particularly lovely in that she’d show up at our front door, casserole in hand. Almost always it was something she called Chicken Hearty Bake. There were others, but man, Chicken Hearty Bake is delicious. Creamy, saucy chicken, steaming hot veggies, and of course, cheese. Lots of cheese. I’ll have to get the recipe for you all and post it soon. You’ll love it.
This two-hand pot holder is a great sewing project for beginners and makes a fabulous gift for the neighbor who always brings Chicken Hearty Bake, just when you need it (like right after you have twins!). The pattern is loosely based on a pot holder I saw at a friend’s house recently.
Easy Sew Casserole Pot Holder Supplies
1/2″ yard of Fabric A
2 scraps of Fabric B, at least 7″ x 7″ each
2 scraps of Insulbrite insulated batting
, at least 7″ x 7″ each
Trim (optional)
Coordinating thread
A “round something” that’s about 7″ wide
to use as a template
Tools you’ll also need:
Fabric Scissors
Rotary Cutter
Cutting Mat
Sewing Machine
Note: All seam allowances are 1/2″.
Directions
Cut the following pieces:
Fabric A: 7″ x 30″ (cut 2)
Fabric B: 7″ x 7″ (cut 2)
Insulbrite: 7″ x 7″ (cut 2)
Trim: 2 pieces, 7″ long (cut 2, optional)
Using an 7″ round-something (I used a plastic plate), cut a curved end on both ends of both pieces of Fabric A, and one end of each piece of Fabric B and the Insulbrite. You can either trace on the fabric and cut with regular scissors, or use your rotary cutter.
For Fabric B, hem the straight edge, using a 1/2″ hem. If you’d like, sew on some cute trim, like these pom poms.
Stack the fabrics as follows: 1 piece of Insulbrite on each end, first piece of Fabric A right side up, Fabric B right side up on each end, second piece of Fabric A, right side down. Pin everything together.
Sew all the way around the edge, leaving a 3″ gap for turning along the long edge of Fabric A.
Clip the curves so that they’ll lie flat.
Turn the entire thing right-side out. Press the edges so that everything lies flat.
Topstitch 1/8″ around the edge, closing your turning gap within the topstitch.
And that’s it! You have a fun neighborhood gift. Including a Hearty Chicken Bake or one of your favorite casseroles would be a nice touch as well. Bon Appétit!
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Vanessa Barker says
This is such a cute idea. Makes me excited for soup and casserole season.
Jillene@inkhappi says
This turned out so cute. Love the fabric and also love that it is “easy sew”. You make me want to get out my sewing machine and that is not an easy thing to do!
Cori George says
Ha! You should — it’s really not as bad as you might think!!
Lisa at Mabey She Made IT says
I love this–and your color choices, And the pom poms. :)
Mrs Major Hoff says
So cute! You had me at tiny tiny tiny pom pom trim! I wanna be your neighbor!
Dee says
I think I’m having a senior moment, but how do you get 2 pieces 7X30 from a 1/4 yard? Should it be 1/2 yard of Fabric A? Love the idea and do intend to make, but want to be sure to have correct yardage. Thanks for a great idea.
Jamie says
I agree – this makes me excited!
Dee – You should get the half a yard of Fabric A. I just sat down to cut the pieces and even though I asked for 1/3 yard, i only got 13 inches (they were generous with their cut).. One quarter yard equals 9 inches, so I would say get a half yard. I may try to do this with the 13 inches and adjust everything down. Plus, as the patter states, she give a generous 1/2 inch seam allowance.
Kyla @HouseOfHipsters says
Love this! Thanks for sharing on Found & Foraged.
Cheryl Newton says
Have you posted the recipe for Chicken Hearty Bake yet? Sounds delish!
Ashley ~ 3 Little Greenwoods says
I’m not a sewer but I just might have to beg a friend to make me one of these! Functional and oh so CUTE! Thanks so much for the inspiration and for sharing on Show Me Saturday!
Cydnee says
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Suzie@homemaker-mom says
Those are so cute and look easy to make! Found you at the Fav Things Saturday.
Lynn H. says
The tiny pom poms are a fun detail. Adding to this to my to sew list. Thanks!
Cori George says
Glad you like it! I love pom poms :)
Kammy says
It seems like there are a few problems with this. I just had a whole stack of fabric cut to 1/4 yard to try your cute project. When I came home, and read the dimensions to cut, I realized it is impossible! Also, do I need 4 7×7 squares for the contrasting fabric? Your layering instructions make it seem like you have two at each end….
Cori George says
Thank you Kammy — I apologize for the error! I updated the pattern to include 1/2 a yard, not a 1/4 yard. In my original post I used a different fabric for each side but never updated it. I’m SO sorry. You only need 2 squares of 7×7 — there’s only one on each end. Inside the pocket is the wrong side of fabric.
Kammy says
Thanks! I love your pattern, I bought more fabric, and have been sewing away. Thank you so much for posting it!
Rosanne says
Reading the info on Amazon for this thermal product it stats to use 2 layers of cotton batting with it. Your instructions do not mention that. Does heat come through? I would cry if I got burned because too hot. Thanx
Cori George says
I used two layers — thanks for clarifying!
Lila Miller says
If I use Wrap-n-Zap will I need to use 2 layers? Thanks for your Help.
Amy Motroni says
Hi Lila,
I would recommend doubling up, yes!
Thanks!
Amy, HLMS Reader Support
Donna McCarty says
I cut one piece of Insul-Bright the same size as fabric A to have more thickness in the body. Then I added the mitt Insul-Bright on top, giving two thicknesses of Insul-Bright for the mitts. Thanks for a great idea. I love it!