Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
- Cotton or flannel material - less than a yard will make several packs
- Flax seed - from the local seed & feed store - amount will vary depending on how many packs and the sizes you are making - for one - start with about 1-2 pounds
- Sewing machine or needle & thread
- Scissors
- Favorite essential oil - like peppermint, citrus, eucalyptus, lavender or other fragrance
- Dried herbs (optional)
- Funnel
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Step 1
Gather all your materials in a central location. Lay out the material and decide how large you want to make your hot/cold pack. Cut out a rectangular shape from the material twice as long as you want your pack and the same width - i.e. if you want a pack to use for bumps, bruises, sprains or strains; measure out 4.5 inches wide by 18 inches long.
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Step 2
Match right sides of the material and sew around the 3 open sides, leaving an opening about 1-2 inches long. Turn the pack right side out.
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Step 3
Mix together your flax seed, dried herbs and a few drops of essential oil. Using a funnel, fill the pack with your flax/herb mixture to within 1-2 inches of the top.
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Step 4
Sew the pack closed with needle and thread.
