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Quick-Sew POTHOLDERS

IF you’re like me, you have a stash of fabric just waiting for inspiration to strike. Here’s a project that’ll unearth some of those treasured prints you’ve been saving to make something purposeful and beautiful. This quick and easy potholder set (one square, and one circular with a pocket) will add a dash of colorful flair to your kitchen — and they also make great gifts for any occasion.

Square Potholder

Potholders add cheer and utility to any kitchen, especially when you choose bright fabrics and kitchen-themed prints. Search on for fabric with prints of your favorite foods, your kitchen’s colors, or just a fabric that speaks to you. For this project, we used Spoonflower’s Basic Cotton

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