Lavender neck wraps effectively relieve pain and tension in sore muscles. Lavender is a herb which can be used to soothe joint and muscle pain. When filled with grain or rice, these herb-infused microwaveable pads conform to the muscles, thus providing greater relief. Many retail and online stores sell these products, but they can be made at home as well. The following steps provide helpful instruction in assembling one of your own.
There are various fabrics you can use for this purpose. Old shirts, towels, wash cloths or socks work nicely. Avoid using materials that contain metallic threads as these can ignite when used in the microwave. A large thick sock is a good choice, since it is already tubular and sewn around the sides.
Use a fabric tape measure to get measurements of your neck. In order to account for the seams, it may be necessary to add 0.5 inches to the measurements. For those not willing to measure, work with a width of 5 inches and length of 20 inches. This is a standard size for most necks.
The chosen fabric is filled with long-grain rice, oatmeal, flax seed or barley. For those using rice, avoid the instant type as it will cook when placed under heat. Choose lavender mixed with other essential oils or spices to attain the scent of your choice. Lavender is not just for the scent only, but also, therapeutic purposes. Leave the mixture in a large bowl for one to two days and stir it regularly for the scent to mix evenly.
Cut the fabric into the desired measurements. Those using a sock or towel may not need to cut. If you intend to use a double fabric, cut into rectangle the inner and outer materials. Make sure to cut the lining slightly smaller than the outer cover. 0.5 inch smaller will work.
Fold the material lengthwise, with the inside facing out. Secure it in place with a pin across the open length and both ends so the seams will hold together while you sew. Use a needle and thread or a machine to sew the length and one end. Keep your stitches tight so that small grains of rice will not poke through. Sew the other end and leave a one-inch (2.54 cm) opening at the end of the remaining seam.
When using an inner and outer bag, leave an open end in the latter. This is opened regularly when heating the inner bag. Use the one-inch opening to turn the material right-side-out. Pour the scented grain into the inner bag using a funnel to halfway or three-fourths full. This makes your wrap conform properly to the shape of your shoulders or neck. You could sew a zipper on the opening to use it when opening and closing your sack.
When using the lavender neck wraps, the inner bag is warmed by placing it in a microwave and heat for 90 seconds. One can continue heating in intervals of 30 seconds if the bag does not warm enough. Place the warm bag around the shoulders and leave it there for about 20 minutes. Always clean your wrap regularly and replace the grains depending on how frequently you use it.
There are various fabrics you can use for this purpose. Old shirts, towels, wash cloths or socks work nicely. Avoid using materials that contain metallic threads as these can ignite when used in the microwave. A large thick sock is a good choice, since it is already tubular and sewn around the sides.
Use a fabric tape measure to get measurements of your neck. In order to account for the seams, it may be necessary to add 0.5 inches to the measurements. For those not willing to measure, work with a width of 5 inches and length of 20 inches. This is a standard size for most necks.
The chosen fabric is filled with long-grain rice, oatmeal, flax seed or barley. For those using rice, avoid the instant type as it will cook when placed under heat. Choose lavender mixed with other essential oils or spices to attain the scent of your choice. Lavender is not just for the scent only, but also, therapeutic purposes. Leave the mixture in a large bowl for one to two days and stir it regularly for the scent to mix evenly.
Cut the fabric into the desired measurements. Those using a sock or towel may not need to cut. If you intend to use a double fabric, cut into rectangle the inner and outer materials. Make sure to cut the lining slightly smaller than the outer cover. 0.5 inch smaller will work.
Fold the material lengthwise, with the inside facing out. Secure it in place with a pin across the open length and both ends so the seams will hold together while you sew. Use a needle and thread or a machine to sew the length and one end. Keep your stitches tight so that small grains of rice will not poke through. Sew the other end and leave a one-inch (2.54 cm) opening at the end of the remaining seam.
When using an inner and outer bag, leave an open end in the latter. This is opened regularly when heating the inner bag. Use the one-inch opening to turn the material right-side-out. Pour the scented grain into the inner bag using a funnel to halfway or three-fourths full. This makes your wrap conform properly to the shape of your shoulders or neck. You could sew a zipper on the opening to use it when opening and closing your sack.
When using the lavender neck wraps, the inner bag is warmed by placing it in a microwave and heat for 90 seconds. One can continue heating in intervals of 30 seconds if the bag does not warm enough. Place the warm bag around the shoulders and leave it there for about 20 minutes. Always clean your wrap regularly and replace the grains depending on how frequently you use it.
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