Please choose a fabric for each oven mitt. The Cork layer is on the back of the oven mitt. Cork may be a bit stiff at first but will soften over time like leather .Oven Mitts are made from upholstery grade cork fabric and quilting cotton fabric. These will all be made in a right hand. Please specify if you need a left and right pair in a message to me. It includes : 2 layers of cotton (pattern fabric) I layer of cotton muslin (liner) 1 cork layer 2 layer of organic cotton batting 1 layer of insul bright Oven Mitts have been put through the test and can withstand high temperature heat contact on the cork and they are machine washable and tumble dried. These are made to fit average to large hands. They measure : 12 inches in height and inches across to thumb.