I’ve noticed a few online comments about people being cold recently, so I thought I would share what I’ve been using when my feet are cold at the computer or when I go to bed.  I wish I had a picture of this for you, but we don’t have a digital camera; hopefully my directions will be good enough!

Large, colored men’s tube sock, new

2 ½-3 cups rice (something aromatic)

Nylon rope, 3/16 or 1/4”diameter, 12 inches in length (2 pieces, optional)

(You could probably use heavy twine or cotton rope.)

Sewing machine or heavy needle & thread or yarn

Fill the sock with the rice.  You’ll want the piece of nylon rope in a circle with the ends melted together.  Fold the open end of the sock over the rope and stitch closed.  The option is to add another piece of rope to the other end, which you could always do later if you find the need.

To use:  Microwave for 1½ to 2 minutes then place around your neck or feet!  Cozy and aromatic!  Do not overheat, or you’ll cook the rice ;-)

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Be blessed, Danielle

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Posted by Jocelyndixon

Very interesting... we had one of those, but didn't make it.

Miss Jocelyn
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Posted by rjdjohn316

That's a neat thing. Found your post on the latest THC. :)

How have you been? I've been sorta busy. Made a coffee cake today. It was really good. :) There's still some left, if you want some. LOL

Love,
Rachel

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Posted by SevenSmiths

These are very good for sore muscles, too. Neck is great.
Michelle from the TOS Crew

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Posted by yabby

I've seen people blog about making these smaller with flannel or cotton and then putting in a baggie and storing in the freezer to use as a cold compress as well. Very versatile and easy to make!

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