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Corn Bag Directions

When heated, corn bags offer welcome relief to sore muscles, aching joints and cramped abdomens. Corn bags feature a simple fabric pouch, usually cotton, denim or flannel, filled with dried corn kernels, herbs and essential oils. Lavender, rosemary, cloves and even dried rose petals come recommended for soothing headaches while eucalyptus and varieties of mint help soothe muscles. You may also freeze corn bags for use on bruises and hot and cold muscle therapy. One of the best things about corn bags is that they are very easy to make for almost no expense. You can make one in about an hour.

Things You'll Need

  • Dried corn kernels
  • Dried herbs
  • Essential oils
  • Large bowl
  • Scissors
  • Measuring tape
  • Cotton pillowcase
  • Stick pins
  • Sewing machine
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Instructions

    • 1

      Mix 4 or 5 cups of dried corn kernels with 2 tsps. of each of your dried herbs and 10 drops of each essential oil you plan to use. If you want to use only one herb or essential oil, use 2 tbsps. of a single herb and 30 drops of oil. Stir with your hands until thoroughly combined.

    • 2

      Wash your hands and lay out a cotton pillowcase on a clean, flat surface. Measure about 6 inches up from the bottom of the pillowcase and place a pin there. Pin a straight line across your pillowcase and cut the case off just above the pins.

    • 3

      Turn your pillowcase bottom inside out and sew the opening about halfway closed just below the pins, removing the pins as you go. Turn the case right-side out again and pour the mixture from Step 1 into the fabric. If the mixture doesn’t fill the fabric about ¾ full, simply add a cup or two more of dried corn.

    • 4

      Turn the open edges of your pouch inward and pin the opening closed. Sew the opening closed with your sewing machine. Knead and shake your new corn bag to thoroughly mix its contents.

    • 5

      Heat your corn bag in the microwave for no more than two minutes. Allow it to cool for about 45 seconds before using and always use it over your clothing. To use cold, place it in the freezer for about 30 minutes.

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