Looking for a quick and practical quilting project? This quilted oven mitt is the perfect combination of function and creativity! Whether you’re making one for your kitchen or as a handmade gift, this easy-to-follow pattern is ideal for beginners who want to learn how to quilt small, useful items.
🪡 Materials You’ll Need
To make a durable and heat-resistant oven mitt, gather the following materials:
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Printed cotton fabric (for the outer design)
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Solid cotton fabric (for the inside lining)
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Insul-Bright fabric (heat-resistant batting)
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Cotton batting
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Bias tape (for finishing the edges)
These materials will help you create a thick, insulated mitt that’s both attractive and safe to use.
✂️ How to Make a Quilted Oven Mitt – Step by Step
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Cut the Fabric Layers
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Fold the fabrics and cut out all pieces so you end up with two layers at once.
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Each mitt uses 4 layers: printed cotton, Insul-Bright, cotton batting, and solid cotton.
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Layer and Pin
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Stack your four layers in the following order:
Printed cotton (outside)
➡️ Insul-Bright
➡️ Cotton batting
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Pin around all edges to secure.
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Quilt the Layers
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Lightly draw horizontal and vertical lines on the printed cotton using a washable fabric marker.
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Sew over the lines to quilt all four layers together.
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Sew the Mitt Shape
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Sew around the edges of the mitt using a ¼” seam allowance, leaving the bottom edge open.
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Turn and Finish
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Turn the mitt right side out.
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Align bias tape along the raw edge, pin in place, and sew.
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Fold the tape over the edge and stitch it down for a clean, finished look.
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🧵 Tip: Make a matching pair so you’ll always have a mitt for each hand!
🧵 Why You’ll Love This Project
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Beginner-friendly and quick to sew
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Makes a practical kitchen accessory
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Perfect for using up scrap fabrics
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Ideal for gifts or craft fair items
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Great way to practice quilting techniques
🧶 Final Thoughts
This quilted oven mitt is a fast, fun, and functional project that helps beginners practice quilting and sewing curves. You can customize the colors and fabrics to match your kitchen or make themed sets for holidays and birthdays.
🎁 Don’t forget to download the free pattern and share your mitts with us in the comments!
