SKILL LEVEL: Novice

by Charise Randell

A fun take on the traditional potholder, this potholder is circular and has cute decorative trim on the pocket. It can also be used as trivet or mug rug or to hang in your kitchen to add a bit of cheer!  It is finished with bias binding trim.

MATERIALS:

• 1 foundation pieced block or quilt block 8" or smaller
• 1 ~ 9 1/2" square Insul-Fleece or Insul-Brite insulated batting
• 1 ~ 9 1/2" square batting
• 1 ~ 9 1/2" x 7 1/2" piece batting
• 1 ~ 9 1/2" square print fabric for the back of the potholder
• 2~ 9 1/2" x 7 1/2" pieces print fabric for Pocket
• 30" - 1/2" wide double fold Bias Binding ~or~ 1/2 yard fabric to make your own (this includes the top of pocket binding and the hanging loop)
• 6" - 1/2" wide double fold Bias Binding ~or~ 6" length 3/8" to 1/2" wide ribbon for hanging the loop
• 9" - 1/2" wide double fold Bias Binding for top of pocket
• 9" length of Decorative Trim, at least 3/8" wide - Ric Rac, Lace, etc...

YOU WILL ALSO NEED:

• Matching Thread
• 1" bias tape maker if making your own binding (optional)
• Walking Foot (optional)