Noriko Nakao Pot Holder

No, you cannot select a specific colorway. Because each piece is hand-sewn from available surplus fabrics, every pot holder is unique. Part of the charm is that you will receive a one-of-a-kind design based on the materials currently available in the Nagoya workshop.

The integrated pocket allows you to slide your fingers inside, giving you a secure, glove-like grip on pot handles or lids. This design provides better control and stability than a flat, traditional square pot holder, which can sometimes slip.

Yes, they are designed for standard kitchen use. The combination of a cotton exterior and polyester filling provides sufficient insulation for handling hot pots and pans on the stovetop or removing items from the oven.

We recommend spot cleaning with a damp cloth and mild detergent as needed. Because they are handmade from varied scrap fabrics, machine washing may cause shrinkage or damage to the stitching, so hand care is the safest approach to preserve their longevity.

At 4 inches by 4 inches, these are quite compact. While they work perfectly for gripping handles, they are likely too small to serve as a full-sized trivet for large pots or casserole dishes.