Boo boo bags

While stocking my online shop, I decided to add one of our family favorites. Then I decided why not make a tutorial out of it?... ...

Like a boo boo bag for your head, these reusable fabric “ice” packs are easy to keep on hand when you need to soothe the pain. With just a little sewing, the steps can be done in just minutes.

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Here are the next installment of BOO BOO bears (note: there were more but this seems to be the birthday season for Amelias friends and some have already made their way into a little childs arms) Ch…

This freezer pack is super simple to make with just water an alcohol and is great to use as a cold pack! When you remove it from the freezer, if it feels solid, just smoosh it around a bit with your fingers and it re-slushifies and will be squishy again, which is much nicer to drape over an injury or sore muscles than a rock-hard chunk of ice. To make it you'll just need: 3 parts rubbing alcohol 8 parts water 2 Ziploc bags or 1 Foodsaver bag Instructions: Combine three parts rubbing alcohol…

These warm buddy rice bags heat in the microwave and stay warm while your little ones fall asleep. A cozy little softie for bedtime! They also work great as boo boo bags and can be used warm or cold (frozen).

DIY microwaveable heat packs.

My son is currently obsessed with band aids. Every bump, fall and scrape is worthy of a band aid, even if the boo-boo is invisible to the naked eye. He also loves ice packs and the minute he falls he'll scream out for one. I have seen many different styles of Boo-Boo bags in blogland and finally decided to make some. I used leftover fleece because it's soft and cuddly. I filled each bag with rice and tested that they work well right out of the freezer (stored in a zip lock bag) and after a…

DIY Drawstring Bag. They are quick to make and are perfect for Valentine's Day, Weddings, Birthdays, or anytime you need a little gift for a friend.

When your little one get those bumps and bruises, it can be unsettling. Make a Boo-Boo Bear (a rice ice and heat pack) to make those troubled times sweet.