How To Make a Microwave Potato Bag / Quick Sewing Project
Create your very own sewing pattern for a microwave potato bag. This handy kitchen accessory allows you to quickly cook potatoes in the microwave without sacrificing flavor or texture. By sewing your own potato bag, you can customize the fabric to match your kitchen decor or personal style. The pattern will include instructions on how to cut and sew the fabric pieces together to create a functional and durable potato bag. With this sewing pattern, you can make multiple potato bags for yourself or to give as thoughtful gifts to friends and family. The step-by-step instructions will guide you through the process, making it easy for both beginner and experienced sewers to create their own microwave potato bags. Not only is this a practical item to have in your kitchen, but it also allows you to showcase your sewing skills and creativity. Get ready to enjoy perfectly cooked potatoes in minutes with your homemade microwave potato bag.
Potato Bag Materials and Items Needed
- Sewing machine
- Measuring tape
- 100% Cotton fabric (2 pieces cut 22 x 11)
- Pellon Wrap-N-Zap / or batting 100% cotton (1 piece cut to 22 x 11)
- Scissors
- 100 % Cotton Thread
- Rotary Cutter/Mat/Ruler (optional)
- Iron / Ironing Board
- Pins/Fabric Clips
- Point Turner
***VERY IMPORTANT: All the contents of the bag need to be 100% COTTON!
Cutting Out Potato Bag
1- If using the pattern, assemble it first, which is very easy to do and will only take a few minutes. Or you can just use the grid on a rotary mat and a rotary cutter to cut out pieces.
2- Cut out 2 fabric pieces 22 x 11 inches, (outer piece and 1 lining).
Cut out 1 Wrap-N-Zap piece 22 x 11 inches
Sewing
3- Place the BATTING down. Then take the OUTER PIECE and place it on top of the batting with the RIGHT SIDE FACING UP.
4- Now place the LINING on top of the outer piece with RIGHT SIDE FACING DOWN
5- Pin or clip in place.
6- Using a 3/8 inch seam allowance, sew all the way around LEAVING ABOUT A 3 INCH OPENING (UNSEWN) AT THE BOTTOM OF THE RECTANGLE. Backstitch at the beginning and end of the seam.
7- Clip the corners.
8- Turn the potato bag RIGHT SIDE FACING OUT. Using a turning stick, poke the corners out.
9- Close the opening by folding the seam allowance under and clip in place.
10- Press out the edges.
11- Top stitch the short ends of the rectangle using a 1/8-inch seam allowance.
12- Fold the bottom edge up 8 inches and clip in place.
13- Flip the top edge down 3 ½ inches and clip in place.
14- Top stitch down the sides using a 3/8 inch seam allowance. Backstitch at the beginning and end of the seam. *** Double-sew the overlapped area to strengthen the seam in this area.
Clip threads and you are all set!
How to use the potato bags
- Wash and dry vegetables – do NOT poke holes in the potatoes.
- Place items inside the bag, and put the bag in the microwave with the opening facing down.
Select a cooking time & start
Potato Bag Microwave Cooking Times
These are approximate times, assuming the microwave is set to HIGH.
- 2 Large Russet Potatoes: *8 minutes
- 2 Medium Sweet Potatoes: *10 minutes
- 3 Medium Bred Rolls: 20 seconds
- 2 Large Corn Cobs: *6 minutes
- Dinner Rolls/Biscuits: 15 seconds
- Tortillas: 1 – 2 minutes
* Cook in 1-2 minute increments until the item is done
How to care for the potato bags
Dry the bags out after each use. The microwave potato bags are machine washable. Just don’t use fabric softener.