Is it getting cold where you live? We’re dipping into the 50′s already. The 50′s! That’s freezing for me! Possibly because I don’t own a non-pregnancy coat (need to shop, stat). Samuel is 5 months now, and I refuse to go anywhere near pregnancy clothes again – ever.
Anyway, I’ve found the cutest way to stay warm. How adorable are these heart hand warmers? They were the perfect anniversary gift for the hubby last week. And wouldn’t you love to find a pair of these tucked into your Christmas stocking?
Want to whip up a couple of your own? It’s so easy!
Felt Heart Hand Warmers
You’ll need
- 1-2 pieces of felt
- Embroidery floss and a needle
- Rice
- Dried lavender or essential oil (optional)
Step 1: Fold the felt in half and cut out a heart shape. Use this as your template and cut three more heart shapes.
Step 2: Knot the embroidery thread at the end and thread the needle. Start sewing 2 heart shapes together.
Step 3: When you’re about 3/4 of the way around the heart, add the rice and lavender inside. The amount will vary based on the size of your heart. Use your finger to evenly distribute. But don’t pack it in because you’ll need to be able to sew it shut!
Step 4: Finish sewing and knot to secure.
To use, stick them in the microwave for 20-30 second and tuck them into your pockets for toasty fingers. Stay warm!
Gonna make these for my man for valentines day! (:
Hi! I was just wondering if it was safe to put puffy paint on the front of the handwarmers? I was thinking about making conversation heart hand warmers! Also, if the puffy paint can’t work, is it okay if I just “write” the letters with thread?
What a fun idea! I’m not sure how the paint would do in the microwave – I suppose you could make one and give it a try. But you can definitely write with the thread!
It isn’t actually unusual for rice packs to be a little damp out of the microwave. I love that about them usually because I make larger ones for my shoulders and for friends (I have arthritis and they are also great for monthly cramps or muscle aches). You can make a cold version out of rice or dried lentils (they have the same mold-ability as peas). Dried lentils can be left in the plastic bag they come in and frozen and then tucked in a fabric pouch so they feel nicer on your skin. Also, if you need more intense cold, you can freeze dish-washing liquid (concentrated works best) in a zip-lock type bag as well. It tends to stay cold much longer and stay a bit squishy when frozen. That’s actually how I store my bulk dish-washing liquid until I use it because then I get double duty out of it. I didn’t think up the freezing idea but I did decide to store it that way.
I love these little hearts though. I am thinking they will be great for my mother in law and I’m thinking of making other shapes as well.
Love this! Saw them today, and had to make them. I now have two purple hearts (ha) of warmth. I think I may have been a little too hasty with trying them, though. They feel a little damp after pulling them out of the microwave. Not sure where the moisture is coming from, so I’ll just have to let them sit out for a day or so before using them.
I did the same. Where did the moisture come from? Surely it can’t be from the rice as it would have been sticky in storage. I am going to leave mine on a hot radiator for a few hours and try again.
That is so weird! Did you add anything else besides rice? I wonder if it’s the felt?
Oh, these are so very cute, Steph!
Wow, it’s been too long since I was last here! Love the new look and the new direction your blog has taken… very cool indeed.
Ronnie xo
These are just so sweet and I’ve already got all these “ingredients” at home :)
I know, I had everything on hand too – that never happens! I feel like I have a million supplies but never the exact thing I need.
those are adorable! I’m pinning those so I can make them later!
These would make such a great Christmas gift–love, love, love these! It’s funny, I used to live in Wisconsin where we routinely had days that were below 0 (and even colder when the wind chill was factored in) and now it’s in the 50s here and I’m complaining. I guess I adapted to the South really quickly. :)
One of my favorite parts about moving to Nashville is the warmer weather – it’s a good 10 degrees warmer than Louisville. That makes me so happy. I cannot even imagine surviving in Wisconsin!!
This is such a great idea and so cute!
Oh so lovely – what a great idea!
What a cute idea! They wouldn’t be much use to me here in Aus at the moment but maybe I could make ice versions?!
Oh that’s right – you’re going into summer! A little jealous right now!
Adorable pictures! These will be great for Xmas xtras :)