Allison’s In-Depth Bowl Cozy Tutorial 

Finally, someone that admits it takes more than 5 minutes to make something! Thank you for this incredibly thorough & honest video.

Such helpful information! I was having trouble with my batting making my bowl tops almost too thick to top stich through and my corners were impossible to get pointed. Cutting that batting just a bit smaller works great. Thanks for sharing!

Thank you for this tutorial! I learned so much. I am 70 years old and am teaching myself how to sew. I believe I came across one of your teaching sessions to your students-making an apron. That was my first successful project. And now the cozy. I absolutely love learning with you. Thank you for all your time teaching younger students and now us older students. Stay well🧵🪡📍

Allison, thank you for your sharing on how to sew a bowl cozy... I am 70 yrs young and took Home Ec all thru high school and loved learning to sew, Mrs.Eubanks in Alexandria VA was my teacher for 3 yrs... I have respect/admiration for your skills to share and teach,, I chose to be a nurse as I knew I did not have those skills. Sewing is a wonderful skill, and I want to thank you for reinforcing the need to use 100% cotton in this project.. I made one that was that but I turned on a 10min microwave instead of the timer and had smoke and ruined my microwave, fire is a hazard. Pay attention !!! Now I am going to make another with all cotton and love your tutorial.. thanks.

Great video! Thanks for the tip about cutting the batting back 1/4 inch. I struggled sewing cosies because of the thickness.

So far, my favorite video on making a bowl cozy. You keep it real.

Thank you for the in depth tutorial I’ve watched many tutorials, by far your the best, so patient and explain why your doing it. I think I can finally do one I keep messing up where the darts are made. Going to give it a go. Thank you so much.

Awesome teacher! Thanks!!

You were very helpful.From Camden North Carolina

Very easy to follow the steps in making the bowl buddies. Thank you for your nice presentation,easy to understand.

Best tutorial on sewing a bowl cozy! Thank you so much for your in depth explanations & great demonstration. ❤️

Love this video! Can you shows us more of what you sew ? Thank you so much for showing us how to do this.

Thanks Allison! First time watcher. Very experienced Sewer. Appreciative that I found your Bowl Cozy tutorial. I learned to sew from my Mother when I was 9. (I’m almost 80). And she taught me those important details you shared. You are a great teacher to pass them on. Thanks so much.

Wonderful tutorial! Thank you!❤

I have watched so many cozy tutorials and you are correct to use a batting a smidge smaller than the fabric. Thank you for your common sense well detailed directions. I have made 9 bowl cozies and 5 plate cozies the same way. I did one using equal sizes and found the edge so bulky. I also use both the diagonal stitching and the horizontal and vertical stitching which I prefer even though you may find it too much stitching. Thank you for your great tutorial.

Really enjoyed your video, haven't sewed in a few years, it really helped me on the problems I had on the first one I made. Thanks for all your helpful hints you gave us.

I've made the same pattern and added a few stitches and backstitches at the point of each dart, simply to hold the layers together and prevent shifting. I also rounded the corners so I wouldn't have difficulty pushing them out. Great video, Allison. Thank you.

???? How many do you put in a set and how much do you sell a set for? I love these but I'm lost on how to price; thank you in advance--I love this tutorial!!!

Thank you for an in depth tutorial. After watching other tutorials and made following their instructions. I found this and mine come out so much better. I still struggle a bit with the bulk when top stitching. Thanks again

Hi, my first sewing machine which was a Seers that I bought in 1970 or 71 was actually made to SEW over the pins. You did not have to remove them. And you’re right, it is hard not to do it.

What is the tension setting when sewing all pieces together?? I'm having some problems with my needle stopping and I do t know what to do??

Hello Allison 👋 👋 can I use old tea towels, I got a lot of them, in my Café. They'll Italian cotton made. I got boxes and boxes of them, unused! My grandparents used to have a pizza 🍕 hut now is a restaurant and a Café. Warm Donuts in the microwave 🍩 🍩 cup holder,🥤 I love your ideas 💡 amazing 💡 😍 thank you. EXCELLENT WORK.

The easiest is 10 in layer cakes Joann has them and most all quilt shops no cutting

I couldn’t stop watching. Your calm voice put me in a trance.

Very helpful and detailed video.

They're also great for separating your glass dishes when moving.

Thank you for the through tutorial! Dog is cute too!

I’ve made gobs of these but for some reason I can’t resist watching tutorials for them! I loved yours. Since I am a newbie, My biggest issue is sewing straight, I always feel I should be able to sew fast. Watching you made me want to slow it down to get more precise! I struggle cutting my fabric straight as well and often look for discounted layer cakes! Your fabric is already coordinated and you can make 24 cozies by just cutting batting. After recently catching Covid and being sick for 3 weeks, I am going to check out your mask video next. Flu season is just around the corner!

Good tutorial ❤

Thank you !! I've got 38 cozys to do😂😂😂 ❤ How do I adjust the cozys for a larger bowl?!!

HHaHa! I was just about to comment what an excellent teacher for beginners you are when you said you WERE a teacher! Thx! Also, I was very interested to learn the the shape of the darts determine how shallow or deep the cozy is! I prefer the more flat style. I also like the curved corner style I’ve seen. Do you have a preference?

Thank you

How much do they sell for? Beautiful cosy bowls. Thanks for being so detailed I really appreciate it. Thanks

Great tutorial. Question: what is the iron you are using?

I’ve made one before, not your instructions, and kept getting confused on the darts. I finally gave up, but now, after watching you’re tutorial, I’m ready to try again.❤ Thank you!

Do you open the dart seams when you press them ?

Very clear instructions. My cozies came out great!!

Loveee!!!! me encanto,thyou😊

I iii was told no needle punch or wading with scrim as they are not suitable for microwave

Thank you so much!

Can you give me standard sized darts for a 10 inch cozy, 8 inch cozy and 12 inch cozy? I know you can make different darts but I’m looking for more of a size size of darts.

Thank you so much. Sure makes it easier.

Fantastic pleased l found you enjoyed it thanks

Best tutorial on bowl cozy's I've seen!!! Thank you!!! May I ask what the name of your travel iron is please??

I just made one from a different youtube site and had way too much batting. Had to use a walking foot. Did not turn out as I had hoped, so I saved your tutorial and will give it another shot. Thanks for posting this tutorial.

Thank you so much for a wonderful tutorial

I’m curious as to why you don’t wash the fabric prior to use to avoid shrinkage when you wash the bowl cozy.

Allison, how do I obtain your written instructions please? Thank you!!

Great tutorial. Love the colors in your home. Turquoise is so pretty.

Wow that was an amazing video!!!

You are a great teacher! Thank you so much! I’m a beginner and your tutorial really helped me.

I will remember this tutorial

Thank you!😊. Appreciate your detail!

Good demo. Thanks!

Where did you get your ironing board? I love how small it is (spacesaver)

Do you prewash the fabric?

Horrible wobbly, jump about video, felt a bit sea sick!

It's clear that you loved teaching; you do it so well! Thank you for a clear, concise tutorial. I loved your hints for success along the way to making a really nice bowl cozy. I have a question for you (and others who may be able to answer). I love the idea of using this in the microwave as so many times, I use a pot holder to remove bowls from it. How practical is that, though? It has to get dirty from splatters. I heard you say you didn't use them this way. Thank you!

I rounded the corners on mine so you don’t have to worry about poking out the corners. I think they look nicer too.

Thank you !!!!!

The one that you made with the Lemon Material what were the Dart measurement. It looks like it is made tighter. I love the way you explain everything. This will help me. Now i can get started making Bowl cozies. Thank you so much, you are a wonderful Teacher.

Another question. What is the brand of your sewing machine? And thank you very much for showing us how to make the bowl holders.

Is it important to use a piece of batting on each side! Is one too thin to suffice!?

I really like your tutorial it makes sense and you have explained everything so well thank you!!

Zzzzzz

Do you have to wash the fabric first?

Best bowl cozy video ever! Thanks for sharing!

I too would like a copy of the written instructions please.

Excellent Tutorial!! Thanks sooo much!! Only question I have is what pressure do you have your pressure foot with all of that bulk one is sewing at the end? Didn’t notice you adjusting for it. I have an old Sears KENMORE that is still Wonderful, and why I’m asking. THANKS!! Will look for your other videos!!

Great video, thank you! 😊 Thanks for the Tip about the batting! I've never heard that mentioned before. 😊 I also liked the Tip to check the inside of the fabric before sewing the dart! 😊 I also like that you cut the batting a tad smaller than the outer fabric! I've often seen videos when people haven't cut it smaller and then have to go around trimming off the edges. 😊 A chopstick is a brilliant tool for your sewing room! If it's wooden, you can mark it with 1/4", 1/2", 5/8" & 1" along and it also makes a very quick & handy measuring tool because it's always at hand in the jar with your pens, etc. I also use a small hair flat iron for small ironing tasks. I bought mine as a special extra when I bought something else & it's been the best Aussie $5 I've ever spent! (USD $3) 😊 It's quick to heat up and ironing ribbons, bias tape, facings & hems, etc are so much quicker to press because it heats ip fast & I don't need an ironing mat or board. It also doesn't have the steam that can some distort your fabric just a tad. 😊 To make templates for specific bowls & plates, I'm going to try just making paper templates the same as I do for baking tins, but I'll leave enough extra for seam allowances & 'slip' so that they aren't too tigh fitting in your bowls or plates and you haveenough extra to hold ontowhen carrying or taking out of the microwave. I wonder if small fabric handles might also come in handy for lifting and carrying them in & out of the microwave and onto the table? I wish I'd had you for my sewing at school ... maybe I'd have learned to enjoy sewing sooner than aged 60! 😊 Cosies for mugs of soup would also be great as gifts for winter .... as soup mugs are usually bigger than coffee mugs, but they would need a flat base. How many do you make for a set, what sizes please? I'd like to make some as gifts for Christmas and I wouldn't want to appear stingy.

Thank you! This tutorial is so helpful … I especially appreciate the tip about cutting the batting a bit smaller and than the fabric. It will make turning so much easier and the corners will look sharper. I like the tip about using less expensive fabric … these bowls will be used again and again and washed again and again. There’s no need to buy expensive fabric for this project! Question … is there any reason for not cutting multiple stacks of 10” squares? And, how do you feel about spray basting? Thanks again!

How big should my squares be for a larger soup bowl? Currently I do the 10 ", but they're too small for the next size up bowl. Thank you.

Thank you Allison for your your great tutorial. i want to make some Christmas gifts for my children and your directions and suggestions have been a great help! You are very kind to share your knowledge and experience!

This was very helpful. How can I get your written directions? I received one for Christmas last year and I use it all the time.

If you make a smaller cozy do you change the dart measurement? Love the video!

I have been looking for more of your tutorials but can’t find them. Help 😢!

What about more quilting added to keep fabric and batting together

Do you prewash your fabric before making?

I really liked your video and successfully made a bowl cozy following it. However when I washed it, it shrunk and looked terrible. It is still usable but I won't be making any for gifts until I figure out what went wrong. Should I have prewashed my fabric?

Thank you thank you! Mine finally wasn’t thrown n trash can.

Should the batting be 9 inches or 9 and half

you have made this so easy for newbies like myself thank you

Awesome tutorial. Thank you.

This is the best tutorial I’ve ever seen of making bowl cozies. You are a wealth of knowledge! What size sewing needle do you recommend? I made a large makeup bag with fusible fleece using a size 14 needle and there were many skipped stitches.

What brand of travel iron do you have ?

I have been sewing since I was 10 yrs Old

She never close rotary cutter

Do you have a link for that mini steam iron?

The package of the batting reads that it shrinks, and you should put it in hot water for 20 minutes and dry prior to using. I did this and the batting bunched up in places. Do you have issues with shrinkage after washing?

Iis this a mercerized cotton thread?

Just finished a set of these with watermelon fabric. So cute! What type of water do you use in that cute iron.

What is the name of the little black ruler you used please

I have made many bowl cozies and watched many tutorials and this one is great! I have one question. When I match up the dart seams to sew the pieces together I have always tried to make sure the top and bottom seam allowances were laying in opposite directions in order to reduce the bulk. As I watched you pin them together it did not look as if you bothered with that. Do you worry about that or just pin and stitch?

Please can you tell me the name of the ruler you used

Best tutorial on the internet.

I love your fabric! Turquoise is my favorite color. Is your iron rechargeable? Did you put the line going down the right side of your presser foot or did it come that way?

Actually they catch on fire in a microwave because of food being on them. Polyester has a higher melt rate than cotton. Cotton will burn quicker in the microwave. Alot of the coats and Clark thread are a polyester core wrapped in cotton.