Amazing Microwave Potato Bag!
Intro: Amazing Microwave Potato Bag!
STEP 1: Pre-cautions and Warnings
It is important to use 100% cotton batting. (I recommend using The Warm Companies batting to be safe.) The bag will catch on fire unless you use 100% cotton!
To be safe use 100% cotton thread. I am not sure if polyester is OK.
Do not leave microwave unattended when in use.
I would not use the bag if your microwave is very hot.
If your microwave has a turntable; the bag must rotate freely or it will burn.
If you don't have a turntable, turn the bag over at half time (suggested cooking time) to prevent scorching.
Wash and dry the bag before use.
Do not microwave the bag unless food is inside it.
Make sure the finished bag will clear at least 1 inch all the way around in the microwave.
Credit: The Warm Company I could not get the link to work so Google The Warm Company. Their site offers a lot of reviews and information along with the free pattern.
STEP 2: Supplies
This is the size that I made:
1 Piece 20" long X 11" wide piece of Warm Tater Cotton.
1 Piece 20" long X 11" wide 100% cotton fabric for decorator fabric.
1 Piece 20" long X 11' wide 100% cotton fabric for lining.
1 100% Cotton matching thread.
STEP 3: Tools
Scissors.
Tape measure.
Sewing pins.
Iron optional.
Ironing board optional.
Sewing machine or sew by hand.
STEP 4: Measure Microwave
Measure your microwave to make necessary adjustments to the pattern if needed.
If you have not already done so; please read warnings in step 1 about that.
STEP 5: Measure and Cut
Cut one lining fabric 20" long X 11" wide.
Using one of these pieces as a guide cut out the tater fabric.
STEP 6: Placement
Please note: I used the same color of fabric for the decorator and lining fabric.
Layer the cotton batting between the two layers of fabric right sides out.
STEP 7: Quilt or Tack
Quilt the layers together no less than 5" squares.
I used my sewing machine to quilt the layers together.
Trim loose threads.
STEP 8: Sewing the Outside Edges
Sew using the zig zag stitch, all 3 layers together all the way around.
Trim loose threads.
I like a more finished look on my sewing projects so I went to the website to view other peoples experiences and suggestions.
When I make more I will make them differently as some of the reviews suggested.
STEP 9: Sewing the Bag
Finish the hems on each of the width ends by folding the fabric to the inside a 1/2" and sew it down using a regular stitch.
Trim loose threads.
STEP 10: Fold the Fabric
Fold the fabric into a square inside-out with the ends centered (overlapping 1".)
Pin then sew all around the outside of the bag with a regular stitch using a 1/2" seam allowance.
STEP 11: Washing Before Use
Turn right side out.
Wash in cold water and dry in the dryer before use.
Remember do not microwave an empty bag!
STEP 12: Baking
Do not microwave an empty potato bag.
Never leave microwave unattended when cooking with the potato bag.
If you don't have a turntable turn bag over at the midpoint of the suggested cook time to prevent scorching.
Wash vegetables. Do not dry them, the moisture aids in cooking. Do not punch a hole in the potato.
Potatoes - 2 large = 8 minutes
Red potatoes 2 large = 8 minutes
Sweet potatoes - 2 medium = 10 minutes
Rolls - 3 medium = 20 seconds
Tortillas - 1 package = 30 seconds
Corn on the cob - 2 large = 6 minutes
This information came from the website of the Warm Company.
STEP 13: Sunshiine's Final Thoughts
I did have to experiment with the cooking time because I had such a large potato.
Thank you for stopping by and I hope your weekend was wonderful.
Sunshiine
23 Comments
debra.maslowski 9 years ago
BrendaH112 7 years ago
there's now a product called wrap and Zap.it is 100% cotton and meant for this p
sunshiine 8 years ago
Sorry to reply to this so late, but thank you so much for sharing this information. Have a great day~
sunshiine
kcbroncofan 9 years ago
sunshiine 8 years ago
Thanks for sharing and do have a great day.
sunshiine~
Lois Bull 8 years ago
cyndi.bachman 9 years ago
I just made one for my sister. Instructions were so simple to follow. I would post a picture but the kittens turn out upside down. I'm giving it to her anyways. :)
Thanks for posting the instructions!
sunshiine 9 years ago
sunshiine~
SIRJAMES09 12 years ago
this is a cool Instructable!!! TY for sharing Ma'am!! :)
I know that I do not have the ability, or experience, to make one of these, but still I think this is awesome!!!!!
Grandmajia 11 years ago
I have a guest here from South Korea and threw 3 potatoes into the bag and nuked them for just three minutes. My guest was protesting to me that there was no way the potatoes were ready to serve. Then I popped them out onto a plate and she was shocked. Now I am making one for her to take home with her to shock all her friends. Just need the right fabric to remind her of this visit. Probably something with corn or pigs on it. ha ha This is the greatest thing since sliced bread. ha ha
sunshiine 12 years ago
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j1shalack 12 years ago
I wonder if a sheet of the material can just be used to wrap around the potato with equal results...?
sunshiine 12 years ago
loosely. Please remember to use all cotton fabrics. If you try this it would be interesting to see how well it works. If by chance you do not do this, I will try it when I can and post a new Instructable about it. I have been a little busy lately but I will try as soon as I can. Maybe a week or two. Thanks for commenting and have a great evening!
Sunshiine
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