We’re Dotty For Polka Dots

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11 spotted home accessories that will add some fun to your décor.

Talk about trend spotting, it suddenly seems like polka dot patterns are everywhere from ballet flats to oven mitts. We simply love the graphic motif for its versatility and cheerful vibe. From basic black-and-white to a full rainbow of colors, there’s sure to be a polka-dotted pattern that matches your home’s style. Check out 11 home and personal accessories that are covered in delightful dots.

Photo: Garnet Hill
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Sleep Spots

Crisp white percale sheets dotted with a rainbow’s worth of color choices can mix and match with the sheets you already own. Dot to Dot percale bedding, $18 to $78, GarnetHill.com
Photo: Three By Three Seattle
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Connect the Dots

These neon bright magnets come in three sizes. Cover your fridge with them for an eye-catching polka dot installation. Color dot magnets - brights!, $8 for a set of 15, ThreeByThree.com
Photo: Fishs Eddy
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Hit the Spot

Cool drinks are just a little bit cooler when served up in a punchy, polka dotted glass. Polka dot glass 13.5 oz., $7, FishsEddy.com
Photo: PBTeen
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Soft Spots

Say goodbye to plain, old white towels, and brighten up your bath with these colorful charmers. Dottie bath towels, $8.50 to $45, PBTeen.com
Photo: Sears
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For Good Measure

Measure your recipes in style with this set of four ceramic measuring cups and four ceramic measuring spoons from Sandra Lee’s collection. Sandra by Sandra Lee Ceramic red and white polka dot measuring set, $13, Sears.com
Photo: Layla Grace
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Dinner on the Dot

Dress up your kitchen and protect your hands from hot dishes with these graphic oven mitts made form 100% cotton fabric. Jessie Steele oven mitts, $10 each, LaylaGrace.com
Photo: Kate Spade
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Talk In Circles

Cover your smart phone in a protective and pretty case. The silicone cover is available in three pretty color ways. On The Dot iPhone 4 cover, $35, KateSpade.com
Photo: French Bull
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Storage Comes Full Circle

Leftovers will seem a whole lot more exciting when you tote your lunch to work in these colorful containers. Multidot storage containers, $34 for a set of 3, FrenchBull.com
Photo: Crate & Barrel
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Stick 'Em Up

Home improvements get a feminine flair with this pretty-in-pink duct tape. Polka dot duct tape, $6, CrateandBarrel.com
Photo: DwellStudio
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Go Ahead, Hang Around

Created by Frazier & Wing for DwellStudio, this die-cut card stock garland is a fun addition to any room or a cute decoration for your next party. Dots multi garland (77"), $25, DwellStudio.com
Photo: Container Store
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Spot and Shop

This dotty shopping bag folds up so compactly that you can easily stash it in your purse (or glove box) for impromptu shopping expeditions. Polka dot smart shopper by Reisenthel, $7, ContainerStore.com

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