I love these! I’ve made quite a few of them for my shop as well and folks love them! I save scrap paper from my printer, junk mail, or news paper for doing the top stitching. Kinda like foundation paper piecing and it just rips off! I’ve also put tiny magnets in the corners so they can hang on the refrigerator or stove like a tiny “wall hanging”!
I crushed my right hand & fingers. Despite 3 months of screws & external fixator, my strength & mobility is gone so have been using tourniquets to open anything; now what a beautiful replacement!
Years ago my husband showed me a trick he learned in Boy Scouts. Take an old fashioned can opener/bottle opener. Using the pointed end that looks like a birds beak, slide the pointy end of the beak up under the lip of the lid on the side of the jar. Give it a little pull to stretch the lid and let air in under the seal. You will hear the lid “pop” and after that it’s easy peasy to take off the lid. Works every time.
Oh for crying out loud, why did I not think of this? I am post carpal tunnel since April and hand strength still not at 100%. I’m going to make some round and bet they will help opening Ball lids. Thank you!! Love how you did the corner tabs also. My hands aren’t what they use to be either🤨
At our house we call the rubbery stuff we use to help us open jars "Man Hands." As in, "Could you pass me the Man Hands? I can't get these pickles open." I'm totally going to make some of these and embroider Man Hands on them! Thank you. This was brilliant!
I received one of these at Christmas, a real help for my older hands. I wondered about sewing some and now, thanks to your tutorial, I know how!❤. Thank you so much!!🎉
I still have tons of masks cut out, and they are about the same size as these squares! Im going to use all the left over square I didn't use for masks, to make these! I love this idea! Thank you!
With my heavy duty domestic machine, I have to use the baking paper as it simply won't do it. That's the beauty of an industrial machine! I also use gross grain ribbon for the hanger and I have now some little magnets that I got on ebay, going to try those as well. Thanks Christine.
I’ve been making these for years. I use an additional piece of batting. I place the batting down then the backing right side up, then the shelf liner, and the top fabric face side down, stitch around leaving the opening and turn right side out. I also stitch around using 1/8” top stitch. I haven’t found that the X across the middle is necessary, and I don’t use a tab. I sell these for $5 US.
Hi. Does the batting you add create cushioning for holding the jar/lids? Or does the grip fair well without adding the batting? I was wondering if you'd tried both ways.
What a great idea and handy. Everyone needs at least one. Sometimes I use a second to hold on the jar. I have a couple commercially made ones. Looking forward to making some pretty ones. 😊
Great job. I really like the way you added the tab. I made one of these a couple of years ago from some quilted 1 1/2” squares & added the rubber on top. It works a treat. Thank you for sharing.
These are so cute! Whenever possible (depends on the lid) I just slip a can or bottle opener end under the lip (the bottle opener “hook” on Swing-away is great) and lift it just enough to pop the seal. I have no hand strength anymore…
@@ChristinesHomeAffairsplease share your recipe. I do mock pickle cauliflower just heat left over pickle juice put my cauliflower in the pickle jar pour the heated brine over put the lid back on, leave overnight on the counter then next day put in fridge for 1-2 weeks and enjoy. But I would love to have your actual recipe Christine😊thanks
I add the rubber shelf liner to the back of mug rugs. Cotton backs can be slippery on wooden tabletops. How about making a video for the nonslip mug rug. Thanks for your videos.
Great idea! I've been using just a cut square of "rubber" for years. Now I can make them look nice too! Take care of that shoulder, it takes a very long time of healing. 🥰💋
I love your videos ❤. You explain and demonstrate them so well. You answer questions before I get to ask them. Your channel is my go to as soon as I see new projects coming out. Keep them coming and God Bless 🙏🏻
I love this! I’ve been having grip issues and this would be perfect! I have an old antique metal gripping jar opener but it dents the lids. These would be perfect for gifts for people getting married or their first home. Thank you for sharing!
I have the small circles of rubber for can opening - what a lovely idea to dress them up! Yay for opening the jar! 🎉 and what a sweet gift for the lady who donates fabric. Thank you for sharing!! ❤
I use a bowl of very hot water and place the 'stuck' jar upside down into the hot water for a minute which causes the metal lid to expand a bit, loosening it. Even if you heated the metal lid and the glass jar equally, you would loosen the lid a bit because the thermal expansion coefficient of the metal is greater than that of the glass. ~ole retired engineer in WV, USA. I just love your videos. I plan to include some fabric covered jar openers with matching fabric of tea towels. Thanks for your ideas.
Hi Christine when a jar is difficult to open, or tap the side of the lid on the corner of the table or with the back of a spoon lift the edge of the lid a little till you hear a click then it is easy to open. I have made this following the video of Robin from @RsIslandCrafts. She made it about a year ago. I wish you a blessed weekend.
Hi! My psychic abilities must be on point today. I was opening a jar of peanut butter and reminded myself to make these as I have rounds of that material from the dollar store adding fabric would keep them from breaking quickly. I have trigger finger, no more crocheting for me. I put one on top and held the bottom with the other. Never thought to add a tab, perhaps if it's short add a key ring holder to hang it. While watching you I got an idea, make a long one. It allows you to keep the item on the counter and grip it around the circumference; three piece set. 😊
Me again. My daughter has a little home craft shop in our little town. Which l love ( sewing studio ) as l call it. She works on a gold mine up North so l work in shop. We sell lots of knitting n projects n fabrics. So im off to make a couple of Tablet covers...... . ❤
Just love watching what you do. When l sew jar openers l use a sheet of baking paper between rubber backing n sewing machine ...sewing smoothly then peel paper off easily. Oh that's when jar openers is right side out n I'm doing a top stitch. ❤
Love this I don’t know why I hadn’t thought of this either. So smart I can’t hardly open anything any more because of my arthritis Love it and like someone said going to make them match the bowl cozies and hot pads.
Cool idea ! I already have some of this rubber shelf liner in my craft box from my all weather Christmas wreath adventure. Thanks for the great video. Don’t forget to run your jar under the hot water for a couple minutes too. The metal expands and makes the wrestling match swing in your favour to open the lid.
As always love hearing your chipper voice and no nonsense tutorials. I recently was on vacation in North Carolina and entered a co-op artisian maki ng shop and they were selling these, except they only used one piece of fabric and zig zag stitched around so not near as nice as your tutorial. They sold for $10 each and I was told they are a great seller. Blessings to you and hubby.
You could also use a small strip of the fabric to join the rubber pieces together. Gives a little decoration and nicer looking. I don't think it makes a differene in the effectiveness of the rubbr. Great idea for those with arthritis (me). thanks for another idea.
Nice pads. I've never had the need for one, but I'm sure the day is coming. Here in the US, you can get the thinner "Shelf Liner'" at a Dollar Tree, or Dollar General. You can also put a short strip of Scotch tape under the foot. So, there are 3 options for the "foot drag" issue. Plus, you can also just use a piece of paper, or even a piece of scrap pattern paper instead of "baker's" paper. No need to get fancy.
I found some lightweight, non-fusible interfacing and used it to keep the sticky rubber away from my feed dogs. Worked well, was able to remove pretty easily except for a few tiny spots that were easily removed with a pair of tweezers! Economical solution!
These are great , I've been making them a few years now. I only use a single layer of fabric though. I find the rubber gets a little stiff going in the dryer. No worries though. Cheap and cheerful. Are great to hold something still that's warm on the hands.
My partner is recovering from carpel tunnel surgery too and we brought a gadget that can be used to open cans and bottles. However, it makes him feel like an old man (disclaimer: he is 😄) but I think one of these will be so much better for him and a bit less old man. Thank you, love your tutorials and how much you freely share with us. I made a stack of dog poop bag carriers a couple of weeks ago (the ones with the grommet on front and zip on the back) and they turned out really well thanks to you!
Good job Christine. You make them exactly the same way as I do. They fit in an envelope with a card as a surprise gift. I've also made them for a friend's cat charity. I kept the first tester one for myself and it's still going strong 5 years later. I tried 2 different rubbers and the one with the wavy lines that you used was my favourite - easier to turn and no need to cut off my edges. Another product to go into your shop!💲 Cucumber & cauliflower pickles 🥒 - "smells nice" - not by the look on your face 😝 me thinks heehee.
haha, I'd forgotten what they smelled like Lesley. Not sure if I'll put them in the shop. I need to make bigger projects to use up some of that fabric I have.😁
I do have scraps and rubbery backing on hand and so perhaps in the next couple of days I will make these. I’ve been using the rubbery backing alone to open the lids. This will be more comfortable and pretty 💯❤️
What a great idea. Thanks Christine. I have a rubber cone thing to help open jars but it cogs up my cutlery drawer sometimes. I will have a go at these. 👍👍👍
I need to make some of these. I put all the jars I can't open on my table, and when my granddaughter comes over, she opens them for me. Thanks for sharing.
I make these very similarly. I use a piece of tissue paper (like you use in gift bags) to help keep things from sticking to my sewing machine. I sew with the fabric on top and the rubber side stuck to my machine a little bit before I started using the paper.
These jar openers work really well 99% of the time. I am about to make some since the one I bought years ago looks too worn after many washings. One jar of beet root I bought would not budge. That jar of beet root sat on my counter for a week with everyone who visited trying to open it; it would not give. Then I remembered mother’s tip (I’m 81). Slip the tip of a teaspoon that is bowl side facing up under the lip of the jar. Push spoon handle down and you will hear it ‘pop’ open.
I have made these using a single scrap piece and doing the self binding method that I use in quilting. you just make the scrap bigger than the rubber. I use. the rubber from advertising agencies... that I would get occasionally in the mail I just covered the ads with fabric turn down edges and sew... they are a good scrap buster.
These are really nice. I made some jar openers years ago. All I did was cut the size of rubber I wanted, then crocheted 3 rows around them. (about an inch) they work great.
Thank you for your tutorials, Christine. They are always inspirational. 😅 Anyway, I've been making these jar openers for a little while now, but I always sew a small magnet in the corner so they can hang on the fridge.. easy to get too.. also they are perfect under your teapot 🫖 😍 If putting magnets in, don't use a metal bobbin.. (learnt the hard way)! Lol😂😂😮
Thanks Christine lovely video you can also use greeseproof paper not the wax one it is a bit cheaper than baking paper and you get more on the roll can also use Mr sheen spray polish on your machine or something similar it helps the rubber not to stick have a nice day
Glad to see the openers work!! I have a metal gizmo that looks like a bottle opener called a JarKey Metal Jar Opener, It is intended to hook underneath the jar lid. You put a little bit of pressure on it, and it pops the seal. Then, the jar opens beautifully. I also have a few bits of the rubberized mesh that I keep in my kitchen drawer, though they are not as pretty as what you made.
I’m glad to see that you mentioned what needle you used. 😂😂😂 Now all you have to do is remember to tell us what thread you used and what stitch length you used at the beginning not the top stitching just the regular . 😁😁 I’m not sure why you need a lining. To open jars that are that tightly sealed I just use the pointed part of the manual can opener and I stick it underneath the lid and I’m able to push towards the jar and it releases the suction. Been doing that for years. Easiest way to open jars.
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs I find the pointy end of that bottle opener/can opener can really get underneath the lip of the jar lids to release that vacuum seal
Glad you tried these, they are a fun, quick project aren't they. I use my labels in the corner to act as a hanger, less steps and useful use of a label. lol. I can cut these in a stack and just pull off the piles to sew together and people love them. The heavier does seem to hold up longer and you have to be careful to have your stitching a couple of rows in on the rubber or it will pull out. Just a note from my trials. Thanks again for all the great videos.
Great idea!! I have a request, Christine, to add to your list of to-do’s: I have a “fear” of sewing elastic into a garment. I’ve never even attempted it. I want to make some lounge pants with an elastic waist. Do you already have a video or could you make one? Thank you SO MUCH!!
Cora, if you go to my channel page, and type in "elastic" where the search bar is (with the magnifier), the first two videos will show you how to insert elastic😁
I made a great number of these by placing wrong side of fabric (6-1/2” square) to same size matting, sew circle with mat on top. Tack at center, trim seam allowance. Project done. Thank you for you guidance.
I'm going to try the jar openers always need a jar open. But I really would love to have that pickle recipe. But I'm very weak in my wrist and hands to the arthritis. So this will be a treat to be able to open jars without calling someone to do it for me thank you.
I learned a trick to open jars and it’s real simple. Tap the metal side of the jar lid on a hard surface. That usually will release the vacuum seal. Not so hard to break the jar. Just a gentle, firm tap a couple of times. Sometimes, you will hear the vacuum release. Saves my wrist, every time.
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs you are so down to earth and have rekindled my passion for sewing! My past I was a expert witness in computer forensics so after retiring this is so much less stress!
I love making these! It was one of my best sellers at a boutique in December, and so easy to make. I have the hanging loop version and the version where I put a magnet in one corner so it can be hung on the fridge or stove.
I upcycle blue jeans. I found the liner material at Walmart online in navy blue to use with the jeans. Not trying to advertise for WM, but they have the liner material in multiple colors.
I use my jar openers without fabric covering to keep the jar and my hands from slipping. I keep a jar opener under my alarm clock (to keep it from vibrating off the television set). These mats (cut to fit under a sewing machine) also keep the sewing machine from moving around on top of the sewing table (while keeping the sound down). These mats can also be used under cushions (to keep them from sliding off the chairs or benches when someone gets up). They can also be used under rag rugs and mats to keep them from slipping also.
I've made these but a little differently. I also but the shelf liner at Dollar Tree and it comes in pieces 5 feet long by 12 inches wide so I cut my fabric and liner pieces 6"square, then there's no waste with the liner (I can get 20 6" squares from one piece, for $1.25). I also use scrap copy paper (as someone else said) under the opener to topstitch on right side (liner underneath) and haven't bothers with the X from corner to corner and these have sold well for me. No complaints. Hugs, Cathy from Nevada
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I love these! I’ve made quite a few of them for my shop as well and folks love them! I save scrap paper from my printer, junk mail, or news paper for doing the top stitching. Kinda like foundation paper piecing and it just rips off! I’ve also put tiny magnets in the corners so they can hang on the refrigerator or stove like a tiny “wall hanging”!
I love the magnet idea Jackie. Thank you😁
magnets! great idea even for some potholders/. thanks Jackie
My right arm is weak because of my MS so I use one on the lid and one on the base. This gives more leverage. Awesome tutorial! Thanks 😊
I crushed my right hand & fingers. Despite 3 months of screws & external fixator, my strength & mobility is gone so have been using tourniquets to open anything; now what a beautiful replacement!
Thanks for the tip Kay. I didn't even think to use one underneath😁
Oh you poor thing Rebecca😒
Years ago my husband showed me a trick he learned in Boy Scouts. Take an old fashioned can opener/bottle opener. Using the pointed end that looks like a birds beak, slide the pointy end of the beak up under the lip of the lid on the side of the jar. Give it a little pull to stretch the lid and let air in under the seal. You will hear the lid “pop” and after that it’s easy peasy to take off the lid. Works every time.
@@nancyn137 Just prior to reading this, I did this to open new bottle of vitamins when .unable to open child proof cap!
Great jar openers.when I hand sew I use these to pull my needle through a lot of fabric pieces.
What a great idea Lucille. I need to do this at work😁
Oh for crying out loud, why did I not think of this? I am post carpal tunnel since April and hand strength still not at 100%. I’m going to make some round and bet they will help opening Ball lids. Thank you!! Love how you did the corner tabs also. My hands aren’t what they use to be either🤨
Mine was 18months ago Elly. I wish I had done my proper physio now. 😁
I made 5 of these to see if they would sell...one customer bought all 5 at once! So easy will be making more for my next show
@katdoud8827 that's so wonderful. Well done!😃
Love your video! I have used gift wrap tissue paper in little strips to do my top stitching on the rubber side, pulls away very easily.
Thanks fir the tip😁
At our house we call the rubbery stuff we use to help us open jars "Man Hands." As in, "Could you pass me the Man Hands? I can't get these pickles open." I'm totally going to make some of these and embroider Man Hands on them! Thank you. This was brilliant!
That's a great name for them Jen😁
Apt name- like it a lot👏🏻🌺.
Fabulous idea! Going to make with same fabric scraps as bowl cozies & pot holders & combine for in my gift drawer when I need a quick one.
I’m so glad you said that I’m getting ready to make my daughter her bowl cozies and now I will do it all that way Thanks!
What a great idea Rebecca 😁
Nice❤🎉
Thanks Kris😁
You’re so delightful and a ray of sunshine and joy
Thank you so much😁
You have a real gift for teaching. Good points. I've been given some upholstery samples from free cycle and am playing off your ideas.
Thank you so much. I love working with the upholstery fabric😁
That is so sweet of you to share your gift with that lady who gave you the fabric! I've seen those grip mats - great idea!
Thank you Wendy. It's nice to give back when people have been so generous. I think she'll be chuffed😁
I use these all the time! I have not thought to finish them with a nice backing. Thanks for the tutorial! I will be making some.
That's wonderful Jan. Happy sewing😁
Been making these for years. Very handy and make good gifts for brides and the elderly. Love your tutorials.
Thanks Pat. Think I need more for myself😁
I received one of these at Christmas, a real help for my older hands. I wondered about sewing some and now, thanks to your tutorial, I know how!❤. Thank you so much!!🎉
You're very welcome Paula😁
I needed one today, but had forgotten to buy the rubber, so, off I went, thanks so much!! A very simple project, yes, very cool!
Thanks Betty😁
I still have tons of masks cut out, and they are about the same size as these squares! Im going to use all the left over square I didn't use for masks, to make these! I love this idea! Thank you!
That's a great idea Sharon. I too have mask fabric left over😀
With my heavy duty domestic machine, I have to use the baking paper as it simply won't do it. That's the beauty of an industrial machine! I also use gross grain ribbon for the hanger and I have now some little magnets that I got on ebay, going to try those as well. Thanks Christine.
The magnets is a great idea. I should have thought of that😁
I’ve been making these for years. I use an additional piece of batting. I place the batting down then the backing right side up, then the shelf liner, and the top fabric face side down, stitch around leaving the opening and turn right side out. I also stitch around using 1/8” top stitch. I haven’t found that the X across the middle is necessary, and I don’t use a tab. I sell these for $5 US.
Hi. Does the batting you add create cushioning for holding the jar/lids? Or does the grip fair well without adding the batting? I was wondering if you'd tried both ways.
I’ve only ever made it with the batting. I feel like the cushioning helps with weak hands. The shelf lining is strictly for gripping the lid.
Thanks for the tips Robin😁
I love these jar openers.
Thank you Willie Mae😀
What a great idea and handy. Everyone needs at least one. Sometimes I use a second to hold on the jar. I have a couple commercially made ones. Looking forward to making some pretty ones. 😊
Thanks Karen. I didn't even think to use one on the bottom😁
Great job. I really like the way you added the tab. I made one of these a couple of years ago from some quilted 1 1/2” squares & added the rubber on top. It works a treat. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Dianne😁
These are great ideas for anyone's kitchen. Thank you Christine, for the tutorial. I learn so much from you .😊
You are so welcome Babs. Thank you😁
These are so cute!
Whenever possible (depends on the lid) I just slip a can or bottle opener end under the lip (the bottle opener “hook” on Swing-away is great) and lift it just enough to pop the seal.
I have no hand strength anymore…
Thanks Maryanne. I usually use the rounded end of a spoon to pop the seal. If that fails, I call Chris!😁
Cucumber cauliflower pickles?!?! Yes, please! Those sound yummy! And, Thank you for the great tutorial😃
They are yummy Ann😁
@@ChristinesHomeAffairsplease share your recipe. I do mock pickle cauliflower just heat left over pickle juice put my cauliflower in the pickle jar pour the heated brine over put the lid back on, leave overnight on the counter then next day put in fridge for 1-2 weeks and enjoy. But I would love to have your actual recipe Christine😊thanks
@krisqueen5939 I wish I knew which recipe I used Kris. It was a long time ago. Now I have an urge for pickles 😄
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs thanks for the reply, I know how that goes, lol 😂
I add the rubber shelf liner to the back of mug rugs. Cotton backs can be slippery on wooden tabletops. How about making a video for the nonslip mug rug.
Thanks for your videos.
Tht's a great idea Roberta😀
I hope your shoulder is much better. I
Always enjoy your videos
Thanks Marty. It's getting there😁
Great idea! I've been using just a cut square of "rubber" for years. Now I can make them look nice too! Take care of that shoulder, it takes a very long time of healing. 🥰💋
Thanks Sue. It's been 6 months now, and still gives me grief😁
I love your videos ❤. You explain and demonstrate them so well. You answer questions before I get to ask them. Your channel is my go to as soon as I see new projects coming out. Keep them coming and God Bless 🙏🏻
Thank you Robin😀
Thank you, I love how quick and simple they seem to make and the help they would be for opening jars.
I love your tutorials. 😊
Glad you like them Meg. Thank you😁
Another wonderfully practical idea to sew!! Thank you Christine!! 😁🙋♀
Thanks margie😁
I love this! I’ve been having grip issues and this would be perfect! I have an old antique metal gripping jar opener but it dents the lids. These would be perfect for gifts for people getting married or their first home. Thank you for sharing!
What a lovely idea, Christy 😁
I love your little tip of sewing back on the diagonal where the little tab is - it reinforces it and it looks great!! Thanks for this tutorial!
You are so welcome Cindy. Thank you😁
Thank you, Christine. I definitely want to make some jar openers.
Go for it Barbara. They're so quick to make😁
I have the small circles of rubber for can opening - what a lovely idea to dress them up!
Yay for opening the jar! 🎉 and what a sweet gift for the lady who donates fabric.
Thank you for sharing!! ❤
Thanks Marg. I hope she likes them😁
I use a bowl of very hot water and place the 'stuck' jar upside down into the hot water for a minute which causes the metal lid to expand a bit, loosening it. Even if you heated the metal lid and the glass jar equally, you would loosen the lid a bit because the thermal expansion coefficient of the metal is greater than that of the glass. ~ole retired engineer in WV, USA. I just love your videos. I plan to include some fabric covered jar openers with matching fabric of tea towels. Thanks for your ideas.
What a lovely gift idea. Thanks too for the tip😁
Hi Christine when a jar is difficult to open, or tap the side of the lid on the corner of the table or with the back of a spoon lift the edge of the lid a little till you hear a click then it is easy to open. I have made this following the video of Robin from @RsIslandCrafts. She made it about a year ago. I wish you a blessed weekend.
Thanks Giovanna. I use the tip of a teaspoon as well. I didn't even consider doing that in the video😁
@ChristinesHomeAffairs I have hand problems as well, so I try everything I can.
Hi! My psychic abilities must be on point today. I was opening a jar of peanut butter and reminded myself to make these as I have rounds of that material from the dollar store adding fabric would keep them from breaking quickly. I have trigger finger, no more crocheting for me. I put one on top and held the bottom with the other. Never thought to add a tab, perhaps if it's short add a key ring holder to hang it. While watching you I got an idea, make a long one. It allows you to keep the item on the counter and grip it around the circumference; three piece set. 😊
I didn't think to put one on the bottom Eva. Thank you😁
Me again. My daughter has a little home craft shop in our little town. Which l love ( sewing studio ) as l call it. She works on a gold mine up North so l work in shop. We sell lots of knitting n projects n fabrics. So im off to make a couple of Tablet covers...... . ❤
Just love watching what you do. When l sew jar openers l use a sheet of baking paper between rubber backing n sewing machine ...sewing smoothly then peel paper off easily. Oh that's when jar openers is right side out n I'm doing a top stitch. ❤
OK, finally a use for my roller foot!
Great idea Eve😁
You are a delight and so fun to watch, Christine! Easy on your hands - don’t squeeze too hard too soon! Easy does it, kiddo 😊
Thanks Cyn. It's funny, you don't realise how much strength you need to open a jar😁
I have made a few of these before and they truly work awesome! Love the video! Thank you!!❤
Thanks Mary😁
Love this I don’t know why I hadn’t thought of this either. So smart I can’t hardly open anything any more because of my arthritis Love it and like someone said going to make them match the bowl cozies and hot pads.
They'd be so cute as matching sets Kathy😁
Oh that’s awesome. I’ll make some for family and friends. Thank you!
That's a great idea Linda😁
Cool idea ! I already have some of this rubber shelf liner in my craft box from my all weather Christmas wreath adventure. Thanks for the great video. Don’t forget to run your jar under the hot water for a couple minutes too. The metal expands and makes the wrestling match swing in your favour to open the lid.
Thanks Colleen. I should have done that before trying to open the jar😀
would love the recipe for the cucumber cauliflower pickles. sound yummy. I had no idea you could pickle cauliflower it is so fragile.
What a great idea
Thanks Susan 😀
As always love hearing your chipper voice and no nonsense tutorials. I recently was on vacation in North Carolina and entered a co-op artisian maki ng shop and they were selling these, except they only used one piece of fabric and zig zag stitched around so not near as nice as your tutorial. They sold for $10 each and I was told they are a great seller. Blessings to you and hubby.
Thank you so much😀
You could also use a small strip of the fabric to join the rubber pieces together. Gives a little decoration and nicer looking. I don't think it makes a differene in the effectiveness of the rubbr. Great idea for those with arthritis (me). thanks for another idea.
It's a great idea Gail. Thank you😁
Nice pads. I've never had the need for one, but I'm sure the day is coming. Here in the US, you can get the thinner "Shelf Liner'" at a Dollar Tree, or Dollar General. You can also put a short strip of Scotch tape under the foot. So, there are 3 options for the "foot drag" issue. Plus, you can also just use a piece of paper, or even a piece of scrap pattern paper instead of "baker's" paper. No need to get fancy.
Thank you for the great tips. 😁
Wonderful! You are such a character, always a nice giggle. These are so handy!😂😊😊😊😊
haha, Thanks Debbie😁
what a great idea, thank you for sharing
Thank you Gabriella😀
You are a great teacher!! Thankyou for your detailed instructions!
Thank you Samantha😀
I found some lightweight, non-fusible interfacing and used it to keep the sticky rubber away from my feed dogs. Worked well, was able to remove pretty easily except for a few tiny spots that were easily removed with a pair of tweezers! Economical solution!
That's a great idea Laverta😁
These are so quick and easy. But they make terrific gifts and I have been making them for a few years now.
They sure are quick Carol😁
These are great , I've been making them a few years now. I only use a single layer of fabric though. I find the rubber gets a little stiff going in the dryer. No worries though. Cheap and cheerful.
Are great to hold something still that's warm on the hands.
That's a great idea Bonnie. Thank you😁
My partner is recovering from carpel tunnel surgery too and we brought a gadget that can be used to open cans and bottles. However, it makes him feel like an old man (disclaimer: he is 😄) but I think one of these will be so much better for him and a bit less old man. Thank you, love your tutorials and how much you freely share with us. I made a stack of dog poop bag carriers a couple of weeks ago (the ones with the grommet on front and zip on the back) and they turned out really well thanks to you!
haha, our brains are young, whilst we quickly get old. I was surprised at how weak my wrists were when opening the jar here😁
I make a lot of your things and this is going to be added. I enjoy your channel.
Awesome Karla. 😁 Thank you!
I hope you're feeling better soon. Thanks for the tutorial.
Thanks April😁
Good job Christine. You make them exactly the same way as I do. They fit in an envelope with a card as a surprise gift. I've also made them for a friend's cat charity. I kept the first tester one for myself and it's still going strong 5 years later. I tried 2 different rubbers and the one with the wavy lines that you used was my favourite - easier to turn and no need to cut off my edges. Another product to go into your shop!💲 Cucumber & cauliflower pickles 🥒 - "smells nice" - not by the look on your face 😝 me thinks heehee.
haha, I'd forgotten what they smelled like Lesley. Not sure if I'll put them in the shop. I need to make bigger projects to use up some of that fabric I have.😁
I do have scraps and rubbery backing on hand and so perhaps in the next couple of days I will make these. I’ve been using the rubbery backing alone to open the lids. This will be more comfortable and pretty 💯❤️
They'll be a great addition to the kitchen Elayne😁
What a great idea. Thanks Christine. I have a rubber cone thing to help open jars but it cogs up my cutlery drawer sometimes. I will have a go at these. 👍👍👍
Thanks Christine. I usually just use a teaspoon to pop the seal😁
I need to make some of these. I put all the jars I can't open on my table, and when my granddaughter comes over, she opens them for me. Thanks for sharing.
haha, I usually leave them for Chris. Can't believe how weak I've become Cynthia. Might need a stash for myself😁
Nice project!
Thanks Jada😁
I love this! Cannot believe I haven't seen this done yet. This is going to be my next project. Thank you!
I can't believe I didn't have them either😁
A walking foot will be helpful too. 🌷
Definitely! Unfortunately I can't attach one to my machine Leah😁
I make these very similarly. I use a piece of tissue paper (like you use in gift bags) to help keep things from sticking to my sewing machine. I sew with the fabric on top and the rubber side stuck to my machine a little bit before I started using the paper.
Thanks for the tip Anna😁
Timing is perfect! I cut my finger when trying to open a hime canned applesauce the other day. Thank you, a soon project!
Sounds like a great plan Betty😁
These jar openers work really well 99% of the time. I am about to make some since the one I bought years ago looks too worn after many washings. One jar of beet root I bought would not budge. That jar of beet root sat on my counter for a week with everyone who visited trying to open it; it would not give. Then I remembered mother’s tip (I’m 81). Slip the tip of a teaspoon that is bowl side facing up under the lip of the jar. Push spoon handle down and you will hear it ‘pop’ open.
That's exactly how I've opened all my jars for years Katherine, and I have no idea why it didn't even occur to me to do it when trying to open my jar🤣
I have made these using a single scrap piece and doing the self binding method that I use in quilting. you just make the scrap bigger than the rubber. I use. the rubber from advertising agencies... that I would get occasionally in the mail I just covered the ads with fabric turn down edges and sew... they are a good scrap buster.
What a great use of the rubber Laurie. Thanks for sharing😀
These are really nice. I made some jar openers years ago. All I did was cut the size of rubber I wanted, then crocheted 3 rows around them. (about an inch) they work great.
That's a great idea Artie😀
i had a bunch of this stuff and glad I found your channel ; these are really awesome and I plan to make many . Thank you from Canada
You're very welcome Tracy. Thank you😀
Thank you for your tutorials, Christine. They are always inspirational. 😅
Anyway, I've been making these jar openers for a little while now, but I always sew a small magnet in the corner so they can hang on the fridge.. easy to get too.. also they are perfect under your teapot 🫖 😍
If putting magnets in, don't use a metal bobbin.. (learnt the hard way)! Lol😂😂😮
That's a good tip Jodi. Sadly my machine only takes metal bobbins. I'm hoping to get some magnets from Chris when he scraps his next lot of computers😁
Yay Christine you beat it!
haha, I wasn't going to let it win😁
That's a great idea! A good way to use up scrap fabric. Well done for finally opening that jar :-D
haha, thank you. It was an effort😁
You may try putting scotch tape on the bottom of your foot. Doing that has worked for me when sewing plastic pieces for a project. Worth a try.😊
That's a great idea Susan😁
Thanks Christine lovely video you can also use greeseproof paper not the wax one it is a bit cheaper than baking paper and you get more on the roll can also use Mr sheen spray polish on your machine or something similar it helps the rubber not to stick have a nice day
Mr Sheen is a great idea Pamela. Thank you😁
Glad to see the openers work!! I have a metal gizmo that looks like a bottle opener called a JarKey Metal Jar Opener, It is intended to hook underneath the jar lid. You put a little bit of pressure on it, and it pops the seal. Then, the jar opens beautifully. I also have a few bits of the rubberized mesh that I keep in my kitchen drawer, though they are not as pretty as what you made.
Thanks Pauline. I usually just use a teaspoon to pop the seal😀
Oh my gosh thank you for this video! I have rubber lining used to line drawers left over not knowing what to do with. 😊
You're welcome Julie. Happy sewing!😀
I’m glad to see that you mentioned what needle you used. 😂😂😂
Now all you have to do is remember to tell us what thread you used and what stitch length you used at the beginning not the top stitching just the regular . 😁😁
I’m not sure why you need a lining.
To open jars that are that tightly sealed I just use the pointed part of the manual can opener and I stick it underneath the lid and I’m able to push towards the jar and it releases the suction. Been doing that for years. Easiest way to open jars.
Thank you. This one was a request by a viewer. I usually use a teaspoon to pop the seals😁
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs I find the pointy end of that bottle opener/can opener can really get underneath the lip of the jar lids to release that vacuum seal
I love making these! Sold dozens of them.
That's fabulous Anna. I'm glad they do well for you😁
what do you sell them for?
Glad you tried these, they are a fun, quick project aren't they. I use my labels in the corner to act as a hanger, less steps and useful use of a label. lol. I can cut these in a stack and just pull off the piles to sew together and people love them. The heavier does seem to hold up longer and you have to be careful to have your stitching a couple of rows in on the rubber or it will pull out. Just a note from my trials. Thanks again for all the great videos.
Thanks for the tips Judi, and the labels as tabs is a great idea😁
I love these! Thanks Christine!!
You are so welcome Tina. Thank you😁
Very cute idea. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you like it Linda. Thank you😁
Great idea!!
I have a request, Christine, to add to your list of to-do’s: I have a “fear” of sewing elastic into a garment. I’ve never even attempted it. I want to make some lounge pants with an elastic waist. Do you already have a video or could you make one? Thank you SO MUCH!!
Cora, if you go to my channel page, and type in "elastic" where the search bar is (with the magnifier), the first two videos will show you how to insert elastic😁
Thank you SO MUCH for this tutorial.....
You're very welcome Roxy😁
I made a great number of these by placing wrong side of fabric (6-1/2” square) to same size matting, sew circle with mat on top. Tack at center, trim seam allowance. Project done. Thank you for you guidance.
Great tip Amelia. Thank you😁
I use a sheet of silicone. Now I want to try and sew it to make it pretty. lol such a great idea.
That's a great idea. Thank you😁
Thank you so much for this tutorial. I will do this with the jar overs I use to dress them up
You're welcome Mary. Thank you😁
I'm going to try the jar openers always need a jar open. But I really would love to have that pickle recipe. But I'm very weak in my wrist and hands to the arthritis. So this will be a treat to be able to open jars without calling someone to do it for me thank you.
haha, I don't know where I got that recipe from Billie😀
Thank you for providing this!
I will get a couple of these made up asp.
Have fun Sheri 😀
I learned a trick to open jars and it’s real simple. Tap the metal side of the jar lid on a hard surface. That usually will release the vacuum seal. Not so hard to break the jar. Just a gentle, firm tap a couple of times. Sometimes, you will hear the vacuum release. Saves my wrist, every time.
That's a great tip Melanie. I usually use the rounded edge of a teaspoon to pop the seal😁
I love your videos!
Thank you Donna😀
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs you are so down to earth and have rekindled
my passion for sewing! My past I was a expert witness in computer forensics so after retiring this is so much less stress!
@donnam.parsons1005 wow, what an interesting career. You'll definitely be a lot less stressed sewing 😀
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs how much should one charge for a jar opener? I am taking my items to a craft fair this weekend.
@@donnam.parsons1005 it really depends on your costs and how you sell them. I'd do $10 pair here
I love making these! It was one of my best sellers at a boutique in December, and so easy to make. I have the hanging loop version and the version where I put a magnet in one corner so it can be hung on the fridge or stove.
I plan on making my next lot with magnets Pia. Chris is about to scrap some hard drives, and I'll be taking whatever magnets I can get my hands on😁
@@ChristinesHomeAffairs Oh, nice!
Nice tutorial. Thanks for the video 😊
You're very welcome. Thank you 😊
Great idea. Thanks for sharing I'll be making these lots of these. 😊
Happy sewing Janet😁
I upcycle blue jeans. I found the liner material at Walmart online in navy blue to use with the jeans. Not trying to advertise for WM, but they have the liner material in multiple colors.
What a great upcycle idea Lisa😁
I use my jar openers without fabric covering to keep the jar and my hands from slipping. I keep a jar opener under my alarm clock (to keep it from vibrating off the television set). These mats (cut to fit under a sewing machine) also keep the sewing machine from moving around on top of the sewing table (while keeping the sound down). These mats can also be used under cushions (to keep them from sliding off the chairs or benches when someone gets up). They can also be used under rag rugs and mats to keep them from slipping also.
These mats are very handy Arvetta. I've also made them for under my machines to stop them from slipping😀
I've made these but a little differently. I also but the shelf liner at Dollar Tree and it comes in pieces 5 feet long by 12 inches wide so I cut my fabric and liner pieces 6"square, then there's no waste with the liner (I can get 20 6" squares from one piece, for $1.25).
I also use scrap copy paper (as someone else said) under the opener to topstitch on right side (liner underneath) and haven't bothers with the X from corner to corner and these have sold well for me. No complaints.
Hugs,
Cathy from Nevada
Thanks Cathy. I think if I make these for the shop, I'd do the same and make sure I don't waste any liners.😁