30 Minute Simple Hot Pad Pattern

Let’s make a quick and simple hot pad in just 30 minutes! With just a few basic supplies you likely already have at home, you can create a charming and useful accessory to protect your counters and tables from hot pans.

Whether you’re a seasoned quilter or a beginner looking for a simple project, this pattern is designed for you.

Not only is it straightforward and fun to make, but you’ll also end up with a delightful hot pad that’s as functional as it is aesthetically pleasing.

Let’s dive in and start protecting your surfaces in style!

Let’s sew a simple hot pad!

You more than likely have the supplies you need for this quick project on your shelf.

For the batting – feel free to use insulbright if you would like or more layers of batting if you feel like you need more heat resistance. You can also use wrap and zap batting as well.

YOU WILL NEED:

• Pinwheels (4) 8″ x 8″
• Lining (1) 8″ x 8″
• Backing (1) 8″ x 8″
• Batting (1) 8″ x 8″

Press to make the triangles

Step 1. Fold the squares for the pinwheels in half once to make a triangle.

Step 2. Press well

Repeat with all four pieces and set aside

Sew the backing of the hot pad

Step 1. Layer the lining, batting and backing

Step 2. Draw a line from corner to corner on one side (lightly), repeat the line on the opposite corner to corner

Step 3. Clip or pin in place the layers – sew on the drawn lines to secure the layers together

Step 4. Snip the corners and trim the square if needed

Finishing Instructions

Step 1. Lay the first triangle in place

Step 2. Lay the second triangle in place

Step 3. Lay the third triangle in place

Step 4. Lay the fourth triangle in place, tucking the one corner UNDER the first triangle

Step 5. Secure the layers with pins or clips

Step 6. Sew all the way around all four sides

Step 7. Snip corners and trim if needed

Step 8. Turn right sides out, pushing the corners out

Step 9. Press really well and you are finished!

Watch how to sew your hot pad together:

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