Rural Spin

Recently, Rural Spin, a blog that brings "traditional home and garden arts to a new generation," posted this picture of a typical kitchen from the early-mid Twentieth Century and of course oilcloth makes an appearance in the photo! This image was taken by the Farm Security Administration & Office of War Information. As one commentator stated, "this is [a time during which] kitchens weren't about...high priced gadgetry, but the life center of the home. Well worn pieces that were tried and true...[it was] all about simplicity and practicality" (Kris Roup). It makes sense that an oilcloth tablecloth would be a requisite accessory to any home during this time period. Nowadays, some Americans are surrounded by disposability- a throw away tablecloth might be more common in an average household, but it doesn't have to be that way, oilcloth is a sturdy, easy to clean, highly functional fabric that is offered in a variety of prints and colors for you to choose from. In accordance with the modern movement toward sustainability let's all take a note from the past and remember why it's important to invest in enduring products!

Blue Bunny

Easter sunday is around the corner and we here at Oilcloth International want to introduce you to our new oilcloth print "Mosaic Blue," a pattern and color combination that adds a touch something new and different to a traditional holiday!

Hana

Check out our new oilcloth print, Hana, a gorgeous, vintage inspired print that is a wonderful addition to Oilcloth International's assortment of over 50 prints and colors!

Istanbul (Not Constantinople)

Love this photograph of two musicians enjoying the ambiance of an evening in some bohemian locale! Our Istanbul oilcloth print makes a bold appearance in this picture, just another instance of oilcloth being a great addition to any table setting! Istanbul has been one of our most popular prints for over ten years! It's consistently praised for its vintage quality yet its black background gives it a modern, stylish feel.

Happy Labor Day!

Happy Labor Day from Oilcloth International! Labor Day is a federal holiday that celebrates the contributions made by the American workforce. This holiday has been in practice for over a century, the first Labor Day was held in September of 1882. Oregon made it a holiday five years later and it wasn't until almost seven years after that what we know as Labor Day became a federal Holiday. It's a "symbolic end of summer" but don't let that get you down because we hope that you'll share a relaxing day with friends and family! Oilcloth always makes these special occasions even more memorable, and with our variety of of over 50 prints and colors you can be sure to find something that will fit your personal style and holiday get together. We carry an assortment of Gingham colors, this Gingham Navy is such a class print and color combination, in addition to the fruit and floral prints we offer, we have basics such as stripes and animal prints (Zebra, Giraffe, and Jaguar) that will be sure to get people talking!

Oilcloth for the People

Aztec Lime is a beautiful print that reminds us of traditional Mexican textiles! This folky pattern comes in a variety of colors, including Black, Orange, and Purple. This print is one of our most recent editions to our collection of over 50 prints and colors of oilcloth fabric!

In Bloom

Bloom Magenta is a beautiful print! This floral pattern comes in an assortment of colors, but we think this vibrant shade is super stylish and fun!

Cut Out & Keep: Project Idea

Here's a smart and easy oilcloth project idea that is both functional and eye catching! Cut Out & Keep, a site that asks users to "make and share step-by-step craft tutorials," offers easy to follow instructions about how to make your very own Pin Up Board. Using our Paradise Lace Orange print, a vintage floral inspired pattern, these creative crafters made a board that can be hung on the wall or placed anywhere around the house to showcase pictures of friends or family, to do lists, and the like.

Old School Oilcloth

The Neighborhood Salon

The Neighborhood Salon in Echo Park, CA is a stylish, community driven business in one of our favorite parts of Los Angeles! Owner Ava strives "to create a place that embodies the vibrance of the community she loves." We had our hair done there and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. These oilcloth lined cubbys serve as inspiration for your own household oilcloth projects! The beautiful and colorful paint makes a great pairing with the vintage flair of our Pears and Apples Yellow print!

Oilcloth International in Vegas!

Oilcloth International is heading to Las Vegas, NV for the annual International Textiles Expo at The Source at the Rio hotel! Oilcloth International will be there with all the oilcloth you can handle from March 21st-23rd!

Chica

The Blues

Only the Finest

Today is the anniversary of the first canned beer going on sale in 1935. Krueger Beer and Ale released the first canned beer in Richmond, Virginia to the amazement of the general public. We're sure many a canned beer has been enjoyed on a hot summer day and set down on an oilcloth covered table!

February 14th Is Coming!

As Valentine's Day quickly approaches, don't forget about oilcloth and its wide range of possibilities! Regardless of whether or not you're planning a romantic dinner, or a party for lots of friends and loved ones, oilcloth is always a gorgeous option for any table setting. As place mats or tablecloths, oilcloth would add that special something for your meal with that special someone. Also, oilcloth is a creative and unique way of making your very own Valentine's Day card. Easy to cut and paste with, such oilcloth prints as Gingham Red, Hibiscus Pink, Katia Magenta, Mini Gingham Pink, Polka Dot Red Ground, Tupelo Pink, Stella Pink or Stella Red, Bloom Magenta, or Red, Paris Peach, Paradise Lace Black, Pink, or Red will make your Valentine's Day that much more memorable!

With A Solid One Two Punch

Even though we have over 50 different fruit and floral prints don't forget about our Solid oilcloth that comes in a variety of colors!

Santa Fe Fabrics, I

On a recent trip to Santa Fe, NM I had the pleasure of visiting one of our accounts, Santa Fe Fabrics. Located at 533 Cordova Road, Santa Fe Fabrics carries an assortment of gorgeous fabric. In addition to a variety of oilcloth prints and colors, this fabric store offers beautiful ikat, velvet, japanese, and guatemalan fabric (to name just a few that caught my eye)! From imported to locally designed fabric, Santa Fe Fabrics is a jewel of a fabric shop!

Santa Fe Fabrics, II

Santa Fe Fabrics, III

Santa Fe Fabrics, IV