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How to Make a Wheat Heating Pad
   
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Ingredients for this project:
Any thick material (this project calls for 18",but you can make
the heating pad any size you want sewing machine or needle and
thread Flax seed or wheat Essential oil *optional We have all
seen those microwave heating pads selling in the stores for big
bucks, and I always thought "Boy I wish I knew how to make one"
They look so easy to make. So my new friend Wendy gave me the
"directions" and it is easy enough to do and so helpful to those
of us who get cold easily or have sore muscles.
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is some strong material like cotton, canvas or tartan, as long
as there's no give in it, so it doesn't stretch! Keep in mind,
it needs to be pretty thick so when the wheat is heated (and it
gets pretty hot) that you don't burn yourself.
Once you pick your material, cut a square about 18" each side
and fold it in half so it's inside out. It will be oblong shape.
Stitch down one short side and the long side. A sewing machine
works best as you need short stitches close together, so the
wheat doesn't come out. If you stitch by hand go over it again
to make sure the stitches are tight. Next, turn it the right way
in so the seam is on the inside. You will need to buy some Flax
seed or Wheat. They need to be the whole kernel. Fill the bag
about 1/2 way, then stitch the one side that is left, sealing it
tight.
If you are handy with sewing, and don't mind a little extra
work, you might want to divide the bag into sections. Maybe in
4- put in 1/4 of your seeds then stitch the bag 1/4 of the way
up, drop in another 1/4 of the seeds and stitch those in,
repeating for the rest, so you will have 4 compartments full of
seeds, instead of one big one. Then you will have seeds fairly
distributed throughout your hand made heating pad! This isn't
necessary- but a great tip.
Sewing Machine
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At this point, if you desire, you can use essential oils to
sprinkle on the material for aromatherapy.
You will need to microwave it for about 2 minutes.
* Please note all microwaves are different, so please "test" it
a few times for more or less time to see what works for you.
Please use caution when first using it - as it might come out of
the microwave very hot. It stays warm for a couple of hours. You
can also put these in the fridge/freezer if the cold is better
for you.
If you want, you can make these any shape you like. For example,
a horseshoe for your neck or a heart for a child to hold when
going to sleep etc. You can make these as big or as small as you
desire. Just remember that you are going to need as many seeds
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as it takes to fill 1/2 the bag. Usually about 1lb is enough forHappy people are found taking their children or grandchildren to
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the 18" bags.
These heating pads make great gifts for yourself or for others.
They can be reused time and time again.
Good Luck making yours!
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