Hey Vanessa, I made this two years ago and it’s unbelievable how many times we used them. I made in different sizes and I did not know how much my family would use them. I’m here to make more along with the bowl cozies. I haven’t sewn much in a year (medical reason), but I’m slowly starting again. Thanks for freely keeping these online for references. Really appreciate that❤. You Are a Blessed Gem!
For those of you asking about using a plastic liner to make it more airtight.... Beeswax. There are tutorials on RUclips showing how to make reusable sandwich wraps and bags, basically making the fabric waterproof with beeswax. They rinse clean, are natural and organic, and non-toxic to use against your food. People have used beeswaxed fabrics forever. 🙂
Seriously, I use youtube for help and education and hands down - this is one of the best channels on youtube. This is what I feel it was made for...it's very far from that now!
I love these covers. I hacked these by adding a patch of clear plastic to the center. I save everything so I have a stash of clear plastic from the packaging from blankets and comforters. This allows me to see what's under my reusable covers!! Thanks Again
I'm 7:59 minutes in, and I've paused this three times so far. The first time was to stare off into the distance to absorb the brilliant way you made the circle. The second was to see if you're still active before clicking the subscribe button (you are! And I did!). The third was just now. You see, I learned to use a sewing machine in home ec in 1977 (yes, I am old). I sewed on-and-off (mostly off, and not very well) for years. I have friends who sew, including one who does it professionally as a career. I have several books on how to sew. And you, my new RUclips mentor, are the first person to ever point out that the numbers on the width & length dials refer to millimeters. I was totally clueless on that, so thank you! This is the second video of yours that I've watched (the first was for potholders), and they way you describe not just the "how," but the "why" for each technique is incredibly helpful. (Edited for clarity)
Thank you for making this! I am going to be making miniature versions for my friends to take to university to cover their glasses when they are out clubbing to try and keep them safe from being spiked!
Now that's a great idea! I think I'll make some not for clubbing, but for keeping bugs out of our cups when we BBQ. And I like @kathywatkins9628 's suggestion of the buttonhole for a straw, too.
I have only watched two of your video's ( the soup bowl cover & now this one ) and I have subscribed with just watching the first one. I love these much better then using plastic lids or covers and it will be cheaper and better -just wash no throwing them in the trash when finished using them -wash, dry and reuse . Love this idea.
Vanessa thank you so much for this series. You are amazing, with all your family and "farm" responsibilities you managed to produce 12 fantastic tutorials. Thank you to your cameraman too. You are a great teacher (and being a trainer of trainers for 30 years I don't give out compliments very often) I see that many of your viewers are suggesting that you keep making these "daily" offerings. As much as that would be a great fantasy - I would not want you to burn out. Seasonal series would be great enough. Your series reminded me of many projects I have done over the years. I don't have the energy nor videographic knowledge to put together a tutorial but would be happy to send you my projects in case you like to collect more of them Let me know. Again many many thanks. I live in Vermont and waiting for a hip replacement I need easy in-door seated projects. Happy Holidays, most sincerely, Tereska
i wish I would have found this video before I started making a cover using another pattern. Your steps are wonderful!! Thank you so much for this video.
Thanks so much for this series. I needed come co-worker gift ideas and these are wonderful. I will up at 6am central this morning looking for the last one. Thanks Again!!!!!
Pretty good job, kiddo. I would advise anyone who is making these covers to add 3 to 4 inches to the width of the bowl rather than just two inches. That way your finished cover can accommodate food in the bowl that is higher than the rim. Will also give you more versatility in case you want to use that same cover for a larger bowl!
I love these covers. I have a collection of sizes. I have the issue with people in my house not recovering the bowls if they don't find what they want inside. So to combat this, I cut a square space out of the center and added a patch of clear vinyl so they could see what is under the lid! lol Works out great.
Brilliant quick craft, going to use your same method to make tops for my preserving jars to make them look pretty.thank you for showing how to do the elastic.bless you for sharing your wisdom.
I had 95% done on my own and I decided wait!!!! I should see who adds elastic on theirs vs. The bees wax version...and who came up first! VANESSA THE CRAFTY GEMINI...OF COURSE!!!! THANKS VANESSA! I ALWAYS KNOW I CAN COUNT ON YOU!!!
I have resisted making these covers, like to see what is in the bowl. So I modified with a piece of clear vinyl sewn into the middle of the cover to serve as a window, Zigzagged around the edges of the vinyl and cut away fabric with pinking shears. Thanks for the pattern and motivation.
Thanks for these videos. They’re so clear to follow. I’ve just made a bowl cover and it’s the first time I’ve ever sewed elastic. It’s not perfect but I’m inspired to make more (and this time I’ll sew the elastic on the side I want to be the underneath 😂). Next project, bowl cosy 👍
The Queen of Stash....Ms Vanessa......great stocking stuffer project for anyone on one's list....who could'nt use BOWL COVERS....really!! You always amaze me with your videos....I very much look forward to them as they come out. Would like to THANKYOU so much for the 12 Gifts for 12 Days of DIY Last Minute Projects.....love the concept and enjoyed the journey. THANKS Vanessa for a 12 STAR CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE of a SEWING KIND!! GOD BLESS you and your family... MERRY CHRISTMAS to all...... GROUP HUG { HUGS } Ken Orlando, Fl., USA PS: I smiled when you mentioned about using a Larger BOWL COVER for the Milk Pail....super idea to keep stuff out on your way out to Ms Bossy for her morning deposit LOL. I was raised on a farm and milked by hand many cows...in upstate NY near Niagara Falls, Graduated from College up there and then moved to Fl nearly 50 yrs ago....and had a small farm here...my wife and sons loved the animals...the cow and chickens / goats / pigs...and huge garden.....we enjoyed the bounties of Mother Nature for a number of years. Your family will LOVE THIS as time goes on....I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. :)
So sad to be watching this as a tutorial as a way to help me learn how to create covers to protect drinks for myself and my friends. There has been a massive increase in my area of people getting spiked at bars and clubs! This was really helpful tutorial thank you! Stay safe 👏❤️
THANK YOU so much for this video! I made the perfect bowl cover for my KitchenAid mixer bowl. I don't have a cover for the entire mixer so the bowl cover is just what I needed. :-)
I’ve loved each & everyone of these videos! You make it so simple to understand. I will be making some of the soup bow holders for next year! I'll be sure & post some pictures! Thank you so much for all of these!
Very ingenious I love it ,and you make it look so easy . Thank you for sharing ,these bowl covers are much prettier then the plastic kind !👍👍👍👍💕🦋🌈👵🏻🐶🐱🖖👽 Blessed Be,and Happy Holidays Everyone !🎄
Hey Vanessa, I made this two years ago and it’s unbelievable how many times we used them. I made in different sizes and I did not know how much my family would use them. I’m here to make more along with the bowl cozies. I haven’t sewn much in a year (medical reason), but I’m slowly starting again. Thanks for freely keeping these online for references. Really appreciate that❤. You Are a Blessed Gem!
For those of you asking about using a plastic liner to make it more airtight.... Beeswax. There are tutorials on RUclips showing how to make reusable sandwich wraps and bags, basically making the fabric waterproof with beeswax. They rinse clean, are natural and organic, and non-toxic to use against your food. People have used beeswaxed fabrics forever. 🙂
These covers are fabulous and quick for gift giving. Great to use when proofing dough.
Seriously, I use youtube for help and education and hands down - this is one of the best channels on youtube. This is what I feel it was made for...it's very far from that now!
I love these covers. I hacked these by adding a patch of clear plastic to the center. I save everything so I have a stash of clear plastic from the packaging from blankets and comforters. This allows me to see what's under my reusable covers!! Thanks Again
Great idea, thanks so much, I save everything as well🌻🌻🌻
I save my plastic too for project bags. Thanks for the tip.
Thank you for this quick tutorial!
I've been seeing ads for these bowl covers in my feed - which made me way too make some!
WOW, loved this, I’ve always wondered how one could do this 😮Thku so much. From South Africa 🇿🇦
I'm 7:59 minutes in, and I've paused this three times so far. The first time was to stare off into the distance to absorb the brilliant way you made the circle. The second was to see if you're still active before clicking the subscribe button (you are! And I did!). The third was just now. You see, I learned to use a sewing machine in home ec in 1977 (yes, I am old). I sewed on-and-off (mostly off, and not very well) for years. I have friends who sew, including one who does it professionally as a career. I have several books on how to sew. And you, my new RUclips mentor, are the first person to ever point out that the numbers on the width & length dials refer to millimeters. I was totally clueless on that, so thank you! This is the second video of yours that I've watched (the first was for potholders), and they way you describe not just the "how," but the "why" for each technique is incredibly helpful. (Edited for clarity)
Glad to help! Welcome!
Your tutorials are the best!! I don't know how I've never seen this one. Keep them coming.
Thank you for making this! I am going to be making miniature versions for my friends to take to university to cover their glasses when they are out clubbing to try and keep them safe from being spiked!
Add a button hole on the tops so they can insert their straw.
Now that's a great idea! I think I'll make some not for clubbing, but for keeping bugs out of our cups when we BBQ. And I like @kathywatkins9628 's suggestion of the buttonhole for a straw, too.
I have only watched two of your video's ( the soup bowl cover & now this one ) and I have subscribed with just watching the first one. I love these much better then using plastic lids or covers and it will be cheaper and better -just wash no throwing them in the trash when finished using them -wash, dry and reuse . Love this idea.
I have made many projects from your fabulous, easy to understand videos! Thank you so much!!🙏🌹💞
I really like your way of explaining step by step. Thank you
I make them for tea cup to steep my tea stronger...love this thanks Vanessa
You should have your own tv show. LOVED all 12, thank you for taking the time to make all of them
You are an excellent teacher.
definitely love your teaching methods and your style.....easy to follow instructions
Thank you for your helpful tutorial. I just made one and I am so pleased with how it turned out. :)
Vanessa thank you so much for this series. You are amazing, with all your family and "farm" responsibilities you managed to produce 12 fantastic tutorials. Thank you to your cameraman too. You are a great teacher (and being a trainer of trainers for 30 years I don't give out compliments very often) I see that many of your viewers are suggesting that you keep making these "daily" offerings. As much as that would be a great fantasy - I would not want you to burn out. Seasonal series would be great enough. Your series reminded me of many projects I have done over the years. I don't have the energy nor videographic knowledge to put together a tutorial but would be happy to send you my projects in case you like to collect more of them Let me know. Again many many thanks. I live in Vermont and waiting for a hip replacement I need easy in-door seated projects. Happy Holidays, most sincerely, Tereska
You are a very good teacher! Thank you!
Wow. This is the best tutorial I have ever seen! You are masterful at explaining how things are done.
I love it. This very easy. Thank you for sharing. I will never buy plastic covers again!
Thank you for sharing. Quick way to make a cover.
Love it!!! Thank you for sharing!
Nice tutorial! Thanks!
i wish I would have found this video before I started making a cover using another pattern. Your steps are wonderful!! Thank you so much for this video.
Thanks so much for this series. I needed come co-worker gift ideas and these are wonderful. I will up at 6am central this morning looking for the last one. Thanks Again!!!!!
Love this idea for outdoor entertaining
Thank you for all your inspirational creations.
Pretty good job, kiddo. I would advise anyone who is making these covers to add 3 to 4 inches to the width of the bowl rather than just two inches. That way your finished cover can accommodate food in the bowl that is higher than the rim. Will also give you more versatility in case you want to use that same cover for a larger bowl!
Nooooooo, this can't be the last one, we are hooked, keep them coming!!!! More, more more!!!!
I love these covers. I have a collection of sizes. I have the issue with people in my house not recovering the bowls if they don't find what they want inside. So to combat this, I cut a square space out of the center and added a patch of clear vinyl so they could see what is under the lid! lol Works out great.
Great tutorial. Thanks
Wonderful easy projects. Thank you for sharing. Your smile is contajeous!!!.
You spoiled us with these daily videos ❤️ thank you!
ALL CRAFTS EXCELLENT
Love your teaching style.
I m gonna start with bowl covers
Love this. I will be making some of these. My mom had plastic ones when I was a child. Love your channel!
Brilliant quick craft, going to use your same method to make tops for my preserving jars to make them look pretty.thank you for showing how to do the elastic.bless you for sharing your wisdom.
Thank you! I usually think of what I want to make then come to your Channel to see if you have the tutorial!
I watched this and then made one for a really big bowl I have and it is amazing! Thank you
Awesome… will be trying
Watched all of your 12 videos they are great. I will be making some of hem thanks
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I had 95% done on my own and I decided wait!!!! I should see who adds elastic on theirs vs. The bees wax version...and who came up first! VANESSA THE CRAFTY GEMINI...OF COURSE!!!! THANKS VANESSA! I ALWAYS KNOW I CAN COUNT ON YOU!!!
Love that. Going’s to try this
Thank you so much! You are an excellent teacher
I think your videos are the best! You make everything so easy to follow! Thank you!
Thank you! Glad to help!
I just made some bowl cozies and can't wait to make the neck warmers....I like them better than scarves.
Great tutorial and sewing tips!
Thank you I like the way you teach easy to follow
Love the explanation! Great project!
>ve watched since you started. Always enjoy your videos
Love it!!! Great instructions... easy to do, practical and pretty! Thank you
10 more days left to Christmas. I think you have more last minute DIY gifts in store. I love your channel. Keep up the great tutorials!!!
I am so glad you are back teaching, I missed you while you were gone. Merry Christmas and much success in the coming year😍
Fast, easy way of doing this project. I like it!
what a great idea. Great for the environment also. Woo Hoo. Pretty fabrics. Happy Holidays to u and your family.
Great tutorial, Vanessa! I really enjoy your videos.
Vanessa, ty for your videos! Fantastic teaching! Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year to everyone!
Thanks Vanessa! Watched them all. Will use in planning for next year. Merry Christmas!
Do so more . I LOVE YOUR WORK. Yes I watched all 12.
Excellent tutorial 😀
I have resisted making these covers, like to see what is in the bowl. So I modified with a piece of clear vinyl sewn into the middle of the cover to serve as a window, Zigzagged around the edges of the vinyl and cut away fabric with pinking shears. Thanks for the pattern and motivation.
As always you've out done youself. I watched all 12 videos, great ideas and easy to follow. Happy Holidays to you and your family!!
Thanks for these videos. They’re so clear to follow. I’ve just made a bowl cover and it’s the first time I’ve ever sewed elastic. It’s not perfect but I’m inspired to make more (and this time I’ll sew the elastic on the side I want to be the underneath 😂). Next project, bowl cosy 👍
Very talented
I just watched them all and am planning to make quite a few of them. Loved the cord keepers.
I love your tutorials!! Your instructions are clear and concise. I enjoy all your projects!
Thank you so much fore these wonderful DIY gift tutorials. You are so much fun to watch and oh so inspiring!
Terrific, Vanessa!
Love, love, love your tutorials. Easy to follow diections and most of all - FUN!
Awesome! You always come through with niffty ideas!
This is an awesome idea! So practical and not expensive at all. Thank you, Vanessa! 🥗🥗🥗
The Queen of Stash....Ms Vanessa......great stocking stuffer project for anyone on one's list....who could'nt use BOWL COVERS....really!! You always amaze me with your videos....I very much look forward to them as they come out.
Would like to THANKYOU so much for the 12 Gifts for 12 Days of DIY Last Minute Projects.....love the concept and enjoyed the journey.
THANKS Vanessa for a 12 STAR CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE of a SEWING KIND!!
GOD BLESS you and your family...
MERRY CHRISTMAS to all......
GROUP HUG { HUGS }
Ken
Orlando, Fl., USA
PS: I smiled when you mentioned about using a Larger BOWL COVER for the Milk Pail....super idea to keep stuff out on your way out to Ms Bossy for her morning deposit LOL.
I was raised on a farm and milked by hand many cows...in upstate NY near Niagara Falls, Graduated from College up there and then moved to Fl nearly 50 yrs ago....and had a small farm here...my wife and sons loved the animals...the cow and chickens / goats / pigs...and huge garden.....we enjoyed the bounties of Mother Nature for a number of years. Your family will LOVE THIS as time goes on....I wouldn't trade it for anything in the world. :)
I watched all 12 videos and loved them all! Great projects & your directions are so easy to follow! Thanks for your generosity!
So sad to be watching this as a tutorial as a way to help me learn how to create covers to protect drinks for myself and my friends. There has been a massive increase in my area of people getting spiked at bars and clubs! This was really helpful tutorial thank you! Stay safe 👏❤️
I need to make these for myself since the lids like to walk away.
Merry Christmas!
Loved it. What if you added an inner layer of "plastic" for use in fridge.
THANK YOU so much for this video! I made the perfect bowl cover for my KitchenAid mixer bowl. I don't have a cover for the entire mixer so the bowl cover is just what I needed. :-)
Thank you Vanessa for all 12 videos. Wonderful! Merry Christmas to you and yours! x
Loved this series. Hope you can do another one
Have enjoyed the entire series. Thanks for sharing.
Same here, great series.
You're an excellent teacher! Thank you so much!!
Thank you
You are amazing. What wonderful tutorials. Merry Christmas!!
Oh thank you, I spent a hour trying to figure out how to do this. Your wonderful!
Love how you teach these tutorials. Thanks for the tips
I love these covers. great job...
Enjoyed the series - it was a great program to sew by!!!
Brilliant ideas and top class tutorial.x
Great series. Thanks🌞
I’ve loved each & everyone of these videos! You make it so simple to understand. I will be making some of the soup bow holders for next year! I'll be sure & post some pictures! Thank you so much for all of these!
Great idea. Thanks for posting.
A very neat idea. Love it!
Definitely making this. You are amazing.
Thank you for sharing your skills. Loved all 12 in this series xxx
very cool!my mother in law would love this!
Merry Christmas Vanessa! Happy Holidays to you and yours! Thank you for all your wonderful tutorials.
Very ingenious I love it ,and you make it look so easy . Thank you for sharing ,these bowl covers are much prettier then the plastic kind !👍👍👍👍💕🦋🌈👵🏻🐶🐱🖖👽 Blessed Be,and Happy Holidays Everyone !🎄
Thanks Vanessa! I really love this.
Aweso cute i lovd it, this is perfect to cover a dough in thw bowl. Ty for sharing. I really love the way you talk.