ARES Ombre 2-in-1 cotton pot holder and trivet 20 × 20 cm

From the oven to the family table

The gratin is ready, everyone is settling down and there is one last dish to bring over before dinner can begin. The ARES Ombre 2-in-1 pot holder belongs to this familiar moment, when preparing food becomes sharing a meal. Its understated Ombre shade is easy to imagine alongside other kitchen textiles without taking all the attention. At Anna & Moi, we appreciate simple accessories that have a practical place near the cooking area. When the meal is finished, the little square can be put away with the utensils you reach for each day. It offers two intended uses, rather than promising to replace every kind of equipment needed around heat.

How the two functions work: pot holder and trivet

The first use is as a pot holder: the fabric sits between your hand and hot cookware during a brief, careful movement. The second is as a trivet under a suitable dish on a surface that itself tolerates heat. Both uses are listed for this model, but no maximum protective temperature is specified. Never assume unlimited protection from very hot pans, flames or long periods of contact. Use the pot holder only when it is completely dry, keep it away from exposed heating elements and do not leave extremely hot cookware unattended on it. A heavy or awkward dish may need suitable protection for each hand. Choosing the right tool for the situation always matters more than the convenience of a two-in-one label.

20 × 20 cm with cotton on the outside and inside

ARES measures 20 × 20 cm. The outer shell is 100% cotton and the filling is 100% cotton wadding. These are two distinct parts of the product, so it is worth checking both when comparing different pot holders. The supplier also reports OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certification, which concerns testing for harmful substances and does not mean the cotton is organic. Compare the square size with the handles and cookware you use most often, rather than relying on a generic promise of comfort. The colour is called Ombre, a useful reference when coordinating with the rest of the ARES kitchen range.

Other ARES pieces for everyday cooking

Wear the ARES Ombre kitchen apron when preparing the meal, then reach for the ARES Ombre tea towel when the washed dishes are ready to dry. You can explore all three in the ARES collection. If you want to compare other options for use near hot cookware, browse our oven mitts and pot holders; for the sink, our tea towels offer other patterns and dimensions. A kitchen does not need every textile to match. A few pieces chosen for the tasks you actually do can make cooking and sharing meals feel easy and personal.

Mamimosa’s care advice and an important precaution

The care instructions specify washing at 30°C without bleach, no tumble drying and no dry cleaning. Ironing at up to 150°C is allowed. Mamimosa recommends washing with similar colours and allowing both the shell and the cotton filling to dry completely before using the item again. Moist fabric can transfer heat quickly, so never handle a hot dish with a damp pot holder. If you notice damage to the fabric or filling, replace the item rather than trusting it around hot cookware. There is no need to promise that homemade baking-soda treatments will remove every stain: following the product’s care label is a sound starting point.

Questions about the ARES Ombre pot holder

What are the two uses of ARES Ombre?

It can be used as a pot holder for brief, careful handling or as a trivet on an appropriately heat-tolerant surface.

What are its size and materials?

It measures 20 × 20 cm, with a 100% cotton outer shell and 100% cotton wadding inside.

Can I use it wet or tumble dry it?

No. Allow it to dry completely before use around hot cookware. Wash at 30°C, without bleach or tumble drying.