When the muscles of the persons body are overworked, this would often result to stress and may possibly develop muscle pains, and thus, making you feel uncomfortable. In order to relieve the sore muscles, there are a lot of different ways that can be done. Lavender neck wraps are very common for the relief.
The products can be microwavable. And these are not like those types which are used traditionally. These new products can cool down quickly and usually, in less than an hour only that would result to not overheating your muscles. The lavender neck wrap which is homemade may be done by using household ingredients and recycled fabrics.
So start on choosing the suitable fabric. You may also purchase a new one but can recycle as well such as old shirts, towels, socks, etc. Always remember to avoid on using materials which contain metals since these may possibly catch fire if the wrap is being heated. A large and a thick sock is recommended because the shape is in tubular form and the sides are sewn already.
Take the measurements in your neck using a tape measure. To every measurement, add a half inch or equivalent to 1.3 centimeters to account the seams. There are people who do not want to take the measurements, so a 20 inches length or 51 centimeters and a 5 inches width or 13 centimeters will do. Then cut the piece of your cloth using the measured sizes.
Choose an appropriate filling for the wrap. The most common choices for these may include barley, long grain white rice, oatmeal, and flax seeds. If you prefer to use rice, avoid the instant type since it can be cooked when placed inside the microwave. One important role for this is the scent. With this case, the essential oils that contain lavender can be mixed with some other spices together if necessary. Keep the mixture for two days but stir it regularly to distribute the scent evenly.
Cut your fabric according to your measurements. If a sock or a towel is being used, these may not need cutting. The inner parts of double fabrics are cut into a rectangular form and as well as the outer parts. The lining must be cut a little bit smaller than out covers. The typical measurement would be half an inch smaller.
Fold the material along the length and the inner part must be facing out. Pins may be used for securing the seams of the cloth and to sew it properly. The sewing process may either be done by hand or machine. The seams must be sewed tightly to avoid the rice grains from coming out when using the wrap. Leave about a half inch in one end.
If inner or outer bags are utilized, the latter must be left with open end this is because it is opened regularly if the inner bag will be heated. Next is to pour the grain mixed with scent into the inner bag using funnel. Sewing a zipper may be necessary so that opening and closing the sack is easier.
Place the inner bag in a microwave then heat it for about 90 seconds. If not yet warm enough, continue on heating it but leave a 30 second interval. Then after, wrap it around your neck and shoulders for 20 minutes or until it will cool down. Wash and replace the fabric and the filler every 3 to 6 months.
The products can be microwavable. And these are not like those types which are used traditionally. These new products can cool down quickly and usually, in less than an hour only that would result to not overheating your muscles. The lavender neck wrap which is homemade may be done by using household ingredients and recycled fabrics.
So start on choosing the suitable fabric. You may also purchase a new one but can recycle as well such as old shirts, towels, socks, etc. Always remember to avoid on using materials which contain metals since these may possibly catch fire if the wrap is being heated. A large and a thick sock is recommended because the shape is in tubular form and the sides are sewn already.
Take the measurements in your neck using a tape measure. To every measurement, add a half inch or equivalent to 1.3 centimeters to account the seams. There are people who do not want to take the measurements, so a 20 inches length or 51 centimeters and a 5 inches width or 13 centimeters will do. Then cut the piece of your cloth using the measured sizes.
Choose an appropriate filling for the wrap. The most common choices for these may include barley, long grain white rice, oatmeal, and flax seeds. If you prefer to use rice, avoid the instant type since it can be cooked when placed inside the microwave. One important role for this is the scent. With this case, the essential oils that contain lavender can be mixed with some other spices together if necessary. Keep the mixture for two days but stir it regularly to distribute the scent evenly.
Cut your fabric according to your measurements. If a sock or a towel is being used, these may not need cutting. The inner parts of double fabrics are cut into a rectangular form and as well as the outer parts. The lining must be cut a little bit smaller than out covers. The typical measurement would be half an inch smaller.
Fold the material along the length and the inner part must be facing out. Pins may be used for securing the seams of the cloth and to sew it properly. The sewing process may either be done by hand or machine. The seams must be sewed tightly to avoid the rice grains from coming out when using the wrap. Leave about a half inch in one end.
If inner or outer bags are utilized, the latter must be left with open end this is because it is opened regularly if the inner bag will be heated. Next is to pour the grain mixed with scent into the inner bag using funnel. Sewing a zipper may be necessary so that opening and closing the sack is easier.
Place the inner bag in a microwave then heat it for about 90 seconds. If not yet warm enough, continue on heating it but leave a 30 second interval. Then after, wrap it around your neck and shoulders for 20 minutes or until it will cool down. Wash and replace the fabric and the filler every 3 to 6 months.
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