I've written about the miracles of the rice sock. This handy low-tech gadget eased an excruciating sinus headache I had a few weeks back. Since I made mine, it had soothed sore knees after yoga, loosened a tight lower back and even warmed cold feet as I typed in my home office. Have a friend who constantly battles aches and pains? Make one of these as a holiday gift! Buy a new sock or, if you're especially handy, sew a long, thin tube for your rice sock. These rice socks come in handy, and they're an easy craft for kids. Make sure you use a new, clean sock if you're giving this as a gift. (If you want to get really fancy, buy a kit or use fabric scraps to sew a long sleeve for your rice sock.) Supplies: 1 large (new) sock 1-2 pounds rice (any kind; the amount with vary based on the size of your sock) Needle and thread --or-- Ribbon Fill sock with rice, then sew the top shut or use a ribbon to tightly tie the sock closed. (Make sure you explain to the recipient that they put it in the microwave until it's hot, then place it on the aching body part.) Bonus: Add a few drops of essential oil to the rice to create an aromatherapy sock. Rice socks are amazingly handy. Am I right? Who's with me on this? |
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