2023 Bowl Cozy SWAP

So many of you have reached out asking when the next swap will be and today is the day! Signups start for the bowl cozy SWAP.

If you’re someone who enjoys cooking or baking, you’re probably familiar with the struggle of trying to handle hot bowls without burning your hands. That’s where the bowl cozy comes in! Bowl cozies are a great way to protect your hands from heat and cold, and they’re incredibly easy to make.

Bowl cozies are essentially a little fabric pocket that slips under the bottom of a bowl. They’re made from heat-resistant materials like cotton or wool batting, which means they can be used for hot or cold items. Whether you’re microwaving some soup or chilling a bowl of ice cream, a bowl cozy will keep your hands safe and comfortable.

Using a bowl cozy couldn’t be easier. If you’re heating something up in the microwave or using it for a hot item, be sure to place the bowl in the cozy before putting it in the microwave. This way, you don’t have to worry about letting the ceramic bowl cool down before removing it. Similarly, if you’re using it for a cold item, you can slip the cozy over the bowl, or pint of ice cream, and go about enjoying your treat, frost free.

One of the best things about bowl cozies is how easy they are to make for every skill level. Even if you’re just starting your sewing journey, you can whip up a bowl cozy in just a few minutes. I even have a video class showing you how.

Now, let’s get to the fun part, the bowl cozy SWAP.

2023 BOWL COZY SWAP Details:

WHAT/SIZE: Every participant will make and receive a handmade bowl cozy. The pattern/style is the “Maker’s choice” and can be anything that displays your creative point of view. For this SWAP it is highly encouraged that you keep your design “scrappy”.

WHEN: Sign Up’s are happening NOW through May 5th, 2023, or earlier.* Partner emails will be sent on May 12th, 2023 and all packages must be shipped to partners by June 10th, 2023.

WHERE: Everywhere! My SWAP events are open to everyone. Each participant will be paired with a partner in their general area to keep shipping costs low.

WHO: All fabric scrap lovers and stitchers are welcome! Please remember when joining any of my swaps, your partner may have a different skill level. I offer helpful hints and technique-based tutorials and because of our community atmosphere, you are able to get help and ask questions along the way.

Price: $5 per SWAP  – I am often asked about the fee and want to clarify right up front. Running a SWAP of this size and caliber requires a tremendous amount of time and effort behind the screen. There are many hours spent organizing, emailing, and following up on participants. Not to mention being a SWAP Angel when a partner falls out at the last minute.

*Please remember that space is limited and these SWAP’s tend to sell out. Be sure to join the fun while you can.

Here is how the SWAP will work:

The Bowl Cozy Swap is open for sign-ups until May 5th, 2023.* Once signed up you will be sent a quick questionnaire to help me pair you with the perfect sewing buddy.  Then I’ll be digging in with my team and getting to work partnering you with the perfect sewing buddy. All participants will receive an email with their partner information by May 12th, 2023.

Need Inspiration? Never fear, my sister site, Sewing with Scraps has a great round-up of free bowl cozy patterns here. Be sure to keep in mind how your bowl cozy will be used and select the correct batting for the task.

For those that have never joined a SWAP before I have a great article on SWAP Etiquette and how they work. In the meantime, remember my Scrappy Girls Club Community is always open. Feel free to stop by anytime to chat with other members and share how you are using your scraps! You can share any time during the day, we are always open.

Please remember that SWAP’s like this are all about having fun. No one is putting your work under a microscope. Instead, I just ask that you take pride in your work by trimming off any loose threads and think about how the person receiving this special package will feel when opening it. Consider including a small treat, sewing notion, or even a mini bundle of scrap fabrics. I am sure it would be much appreciated by your partner!