How To Sew Pot Lid Holders with a Bow | Free Pattern

March 2, 2026

These pot lid holders are a variation of my original pattern (which you can find here). They add a bow detail, mostly for decoration, but the bow loops could be used to hang the holders on a hook. You may also like my other patterns with bow and/or ruffle details:

>> How To Sew a Pot Pincher with Ruffle Detail | Free Pattern

>> How To Sew A PotHolder with Ruffle & Bow Detail (Free Pattern)

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These are the perfect size to grab a hot lid or shorter handles on a pot or skillet.

This pattern is a little different than others:

Shape – Most pot lid holders are cone-shaped. I made these a little wider than the cones and rounded out the top.
Edges – I use bias tape to finish the edges. I prefer this technique because it looks more polished (which is ideal when selling) and it reduces bulk in the seams.
Skillet handle – I’ve also created a free printable pattern for a skillet handle. You can find the written instructions here: How To Sew a Skillet Handle Cover To Sell (free pattern). The pot lid holder is big enough to grab a hot handle on a pot or cast-iron pan, so the skillet handle can work with it to create a handy set.

How To Sew Pot Lid Holders with a Bow - Pattern

Sewing cone pot pinchers to sell

These are a great item to add to your product line if you’re selling table or kitchen linens.

Profitable – these are quick to make and can be made from scraps of fabric and batting.
Add-on – their lower price point makes them a perfect add-on product. Sell them in materials that match or coordinate with hot pads, pot holders, oven mitts, bowl cozies, etc.
Sets – I would sell these in sets of two because they work great for pot lids and handles. You could also sell a set of a pot lid holder and a skillet handle cover.

Materials

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Fabric – a natural fibre such as cotton or linen is ideal
Thermal batting (a heat-resistant batting such as Insul-Bright is ideal. Alternatively, you can use two or three layers of a regular cotton batting but I would suggest using temporary fabric glue or a basting stitch to secure the layers together so they’re easier to sew)
1/2″ double-fold bias tape (it’s 1/2″ wide when double-folded, 2″ wide when unfolded) (you can make your own, here’s how: How To Make Bias Tape)
Thread

Tools

Sewing machine
Walking foot (I recommend using one when working with batting)
Pins or clips
Iron
Scissors

Steps to sew pot lid holders with a bow

How To Sew Pot Lid Holders with a Bow - Video

Step 1

Print your free pattern and cut it out.

For one pot lid holder, you’ll need:

Outer & lining – cut 4 pieces from fabric
Batting – cut 2 pieces
1/2″ double-fold bias tape:
- approximately 14” for the trim
- 4.5″ for the bow
- 2″ for the bow’s loop

Step 2

To sew the bow, double-fold your 4.5″ long piece of bias tape and stitch along either side.

Then fold it in half, lengthwise to find the center, fold both ends in to the center and sew them into place.

Double-fold the 2″ piece of bias tape and wrap it around the center of the bow. Use fabric glue (or hand stitch) to secure the loop to the top and bottom of the bow. Clip into place and allow the glue to dry.

Step 3

Find the top center on one of your outer pieces of fabric and baste the bow into place.

Then place your two top pieces with right sides together and centre your batting on the wrong sides.

Sew along the curved edge, about 1/8” inside the batting, to just catch it as you sew.

It helps to use a zipper foot and move your needle position to the left so you can get close to the base of the bow.

Trim your seam allowance to about 1/4″ and turn right side out.

Step 4

Place your two lining pieces with right sides together and sew around the curved edge using a 1/2″ seam allowance.

Trim the seam allowance to about 1/4″.

Step 5

Nest the lining into the outer piece so wrong sides are together.

Trim excess material off the bottom of the lining so it lines up with the outer’s bottom edge.

Step 6

Sew the first side of the bias tape to the inside of your pot lid holder.

Step 7

Flip the pot lid holder inside out and fold the bias tape over to cover the line of stitching and clip into place.

Sew the second side of the bias tape into place. I move the position of my needle to the left so I can get closer to the inside fold of the bias tape.