Wednesday, April 29, 2009

e-Patterns Central: With Patterns There's No Such Thing As Can't

We have to give credit where credit is due, so here is another great pattern from the people at e-Patterns Central. Click here to purchase the pattern for the Pack & Go Tote! This picture features our very own Sugarcane Yellow print. This tote bag is perfect for just about any occasion and also makes for a terrific Mother's Day gift!

e-Patterns Central: Never Underestimate the Value of a Pattern

The people at e-Patterns Central have just come out with another fantastic oilcloth apron pattern! Click here to learn more about the pattern for the Rose Garden Set! This great photo features our Paris Peach print. You can purchase the pattern for a mere $2.49! This pattern will show you how to make a wipe clean apron with a matching kneeling pad. It is perfect for outdoor gardening, indoor craft activities or any other project! 

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Great Games to Play This Summer


As the summer months are quickly approaching, we're spending more and more time outside. Whether it's dinner outside or a game night with friends an oilcloth tablecloth always adds something special to the event. Don't forget how
 easy it is to clean oilcloth, just wipe clean after dinner to set up for your favorite board games. Lately, we've been into playing a domino game called chicken foot! All you need is a common set of dominos and at least two people. Click here to learn how to play chicken foot!

Friday, April 24, 2009

e-Patterns Central: Craft Patterns Bring Out the Expert in You

Check out e-Patterns Central to learn how to make an assortment of accessories, from beading to crocheting, knitting and paper crafting, these guys have everything! You can use our Polka Dot Black and Glen Plaid Black prints to make your own unique tote bag. Click here to learn how to make this Take-Along Tote!

Gaga for Gingham

Recently, while skimming through a fashionista catalog we came across this great photo of Gingham print sunglasses. These are the ultimate accessory for summer. So in preparation for the hot weather check out some of our top selling Gingham prints, Kiwi Green, Royal Blue and Red. For your own pair of great summer frames check out The Society of the Spectacle located in Highland Park, CA!

 Also, in the latest issue of ELLE magazine, our favorite trend report featured a spread on more gingham styles that are perfect for summer!

Monday, April 20, 2009

LilyBella


Check out this great new product from LilyBella "This adorable Oilcloth Pocket Board is a great way for getting organized in your office, craft room, mud room, or kitchen.  It has three pockets for you to use for things such as magazines, folders, tools, envelopes,or craft supplies. It measures 14" x 18" x 1/2", is lightweight, and includes hardware for hanging.  Another great feature is the cute, scalloped chalkcloth strips on each pocket for labeling or making a few notes.  Chalkcloth is a unique fabric which writes like a chalkboard and erases with just a damp cloth.  It allows you the opportunity to write over and over again as many times as you like."

Talented & Creative: Jeanne Kelley

Jeanne Kelley, author of Blue Eggs and Yellow Tomatoes: Recipes From A Modern Kitchen Garden is a fellow Los Angeleno who appreciates locally grown produce (she also raises her own poultry.) Jeanne is "an established food writer, recipe developer and food stylist." Check out this great photo from her site, featuring our Bloom White print! Click here to learn more about Jeanne Kelley!

Friday, April 3, 2009

The Mentalist


Recently, the Mentalist, a show staring Simon Baker on CBS Tuesdays at 9 ET/PT, called us here at Oilcloth International! The show requested our Gingham Kiwi Green and Cafe Check Green prints. Make sure to keep an eye out for oilcloth on the Mentalist!

Better Homes and Gardens

Summer will be here in just a matter of a few months, so it's the perfect time to start thinking about how to add some new flavor to your outdoor area. Oilcloth is great for sprucing up a simple table indoors and out. You can use an oilcloth tablecloth to add something fresh to a patio set as seen in Better Homes and Gardens magazine. Prints such as Paradise Lace Red, featured in the Ideas By Hand section of the magazine, are great for all seasons. Prints like Roses in Squares, Mums and Tropic are great for the summertime!