Friday 17 May 2019

A Cherry Good Idea


The patchwork blocks that came up a bit small for my quilt have been re-purposed. Christina from A Colourful Life suggested I made a hot cushion using cherry stones. I ordered some straight away.


I simply added some fusible fleece to the back of the patchwork and quilted it. After completion, I wish I had used more cherry stones because it was a bit saggy but I have plenty left for another one. 


The cushion pad goes into the microwave to heat the cherry stones for about 3 mins then I pop it on my feet in the evening when I am knitting. How rock and roll am I?! They give off a lovely smell, much better than the wheat smell you usually get with heat pads.

Short and sweet today. Have a good weekend. Jo xxx

8 comments:

  1. That sounds a brilliant idea, I'm not keen on the wheat smells either, Cathy x

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  2. I am so glad you like your cherry stone pad. I was a bit worried that it might be a bit too "out there" for anyone who is not familiar with this traditional way of keeping feet warm. I recognise a couple of fabrics from my scrap pile, this makes me happy. I also see some fabrics that you sent me. This makes me happy, too. Have a good weekend xx

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  3. That sounds like a wonderful idea, perfect for tired feet and a gorgeous smell.

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  4. Love the idea of using cherry stones inside it, all sustainable and organic, wonderful. And your patchwork is so pretty. A lovely make. CJ xx

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  5. That looks like a good idea, great for aching shoulders too. How long does it stay warm?

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  6. It stays warm for about 30 minutes but it maybe more if I packed more in. x

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  7. I have never heard of cherry stones, or of their warming properties. How fabulous! It's a lot nicer than the fleece foot/neck warmer thingy I bought in Wilkos.

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  8. Christina and you are so clever! Thanks for sharing the idea...I might try! xx

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