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Great size for storing in kitchen drawers.","reviewer_name":"Lynn K."},{"date":"August 21, 2025","title":"J'adore","rating":5,"content":"Belle couleur.","reviewer_name":"Marie-Claude D."},{"date":"October 12, 2025","title":"Cheerful for the holidays!","rating":5,"content":"These are very good quality potholders that are perfect for the holiday season! 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Over time, fibers begin to tangle and mat together, especially in areas that receive the most pressure."}]},"entry_sources":{"polyester_melting_point_250_c":["https://textiletuts.com/best-batting-for-potholders/"],"loft_loss_from_washing_and_compression":["https://www.bzyfiber.com/news/why-does-polyester-filling-fiber-lose-loft-after-long-term-use-causes-and-solutions-372347.html"]}}}},"handle":"plain-potholder-3502-1251400","storefront_path":"/en/kitchen-dining/aprons-oven-mitts/plain-potholder--3502-1251400","storefront_url":"https://ai.simons.ca/en/kitchen-dining/aprons-oven-mitts/plain-potholder--3502-1251400"}}