Oilcloth fabrics are not only for table covers anymore! They used to be in vogue for just such purpose, and were only to be found in bland colours and checkered patterns.
Now , however , the arena of oilcloth fabrics has exploded into popular culture with brands like Cath Kidston and Fossil in an improbable place- as purses, cosmetic bags and other personal accessories. Oilcloth is a great choice for these uses, and especially lends itself well as use for a nappy bag fabric, as it is impervious to water, so can contain everything from a leaky diaper to a valve-less sippy cup. The patterns available are much variegated than in the former decade, with bursts of colour, bold floral prints, and bright dots, spots, and stripes.
Oilcloth fabric can also be employed for those daring, entrepreneurial mums who make their own cloth diapers- the water resistant oilcloth is a superb, cheaper substitute for the more costly PUL (polyurethane laminate) material that is more commonly used. It's a simple material for crafters to work with- it doesn't bunch or pull, and it holds its shape well. There is a tiny bit of stretch to it, so it can easily take a sewn-in elastic with no ripping.
Another kid-friendly use for a piece of oilcloth is as a "crumb catcher"- an easy hemmed square of this flexible material can be placed under the highchair to catch those flung spoons and overturned bowls, with the fistfuls of cheerios that are sure to find their landing spot. If you're feeling more adventurous, a high chair cover, or maybe even a series of bibs would be a superb use of this fabric.
Oilcloth fabrics are widely available at many online shops, and is moderately priced. If you have kids, or just want to make some shower gifts for friends or family, oilcloth would be a fabulous purchase for your crafting requirements.
Now , however , the arena of oilcloth fabrics has exploded into popular culture with brands like Cath Kidston and Fossil in an improbable place- as purses, cosmetic bags and other personal accessories. Oilcloth is a great choice for these uses, and especially lends itself well as use for a nappy bag fabric, as it is impervious to water, so can contain everything from a leaky diaper to a valve-less sippy cup. The patterns available are much variegated than in the former decade, with bursts of colour, bold floral prints, and bright dots, spots, and stripes.
Oilcloth fabric can also be employed for those daring, entrepreneurial mums who make their own cloth diapers- the water resistant oilcloth is a superb, cheaper substitute for the more costly PUL (polyurethane laminate) material that is more commonly used. It's a simple material for crafters to work with- it doesn't bunch or pull, and it holds its shape well. There is a tiny bit of stretch to it, so it can easily take a sewn-in elastic with no ripping.
Another kid-friendly use for a piece of oilcloth is as a "crumb catcher"- an easy hemmed square of this flexible material can be placed under the highchair to catch those flung spoons and overturned bowls, with the fistfuls of cheerios that are sure to find their landing spot. If you're feeling more adventurous, a high chair cover, or maybe even a series of bibs would be a superb use of this fabric.
Oilcloth fabrics are widely available at many online shops, and is moderately priced. If you have kids, or just want to make some shower gifts for friends or family, oilcloth would be a fabulous purchase for your crafting requirements.
About the Author:
Mary Norton regularly purchase fabrics for her making needs. To add colour to her table she covered it with Green Floral Oilcloth fabric.
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