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| Left to right: Three bolts of laminated cotton, two bolts of oilcloth and one bolt of Chalkcloth TM. |
Laminated Cotton:
55"/56" wide
PVC-free
BPA-free
Lead-free
Slight sheen
Waterproof and easy to clean
Easy to sew with the right tips and tools
CPSIA compliant
Edges do not fray
Made in Korea
Laminated cotton is a high quality cotton sheeting with a thin layer of polyurethane film adhered to the right side of the fabric. It's soft and has a very nice hand to it, it drapes very nicely and it even does gathers well!
This fabric makes great baby bib, raincoats, shower curtains, tablecloths, splat mats, diaper bags and much more.
Oilcloth:
47"/48" wide
PVC product
Contains Phthlates
Lead-free
Really shinny!
Waterproof and easy to clean
NOT CPSIA compliant
Fun and easy to sew
Edges do not fray
Made in Mexico
Oilcloth is a thick layer of PVC on top of a cotton mesh. While it is very thin, it is pretty stiff stuff, it doesn't do gathers! It's very strong and durable, oilcloth tablecloths remain bright and looking brand new for years and years.
Oilcloth makes great totes, coin purses, tablecloths, floor mats, placemats and much more.
Because oilcloth contains phthalates it is not intended for the use for baby items or for projects for kids under the age of 12. You'll want to substitute laminated cotton for those projects.
Chalkcloth:
47"/48" wide
PVC product
Phthlates-free
Lead-free
Matte finish
Is CPSIA compliant and great for kids!
Fun and easy to sew with
You can scribble on it!!
Easy to care for
Edges do not fray
Made in Mexico
Chalkcloth TM is a very fun and easy fabric to work with. It's a bit thicker than the oilcloth and less pliable. It makes great placemats, table runner, reusable gift tags and much more. See our tutorials for more ideas. While it's a bit thick for a tablecloth it's great as a table topper!
