I hurt today...tooth pulled, no fun at all. Add in the tornado warnings and hailstorm, and it's a lovely day. Actually, it's not so bad. Soup, snuggling in bed listening to the rain, and hot and cold comfort. Cup of tea, a nice soft ice pack, and a warmer for the back.
To make your own ice pack, I suggest cheating :) I put a a cup or two of frozen corn or peas inside a baggie, seal tightly, and place inside a pocket sewn out of a square of flannel and a square of cotton. You can throw the veggies back in the freezer to reuse next time (just don't eat!), and the flannel helps keep your hand from freezing.
To make a rice warmer, take two pieces of pretty cotton fabric (double up if it's flimsy) and sew three sides. I made mine about 10 by 6 inches, so it's good for the back or wherever. If you are primarily using it for the neck, then make it about 5 by 14. Fill the pocket with a bag of rice, the round brown rice works well. Add a few spoonfuls of dried lavender, and sew the opening shut. Microwave for a minute and half to two minutes, and enjoy the comfort!
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