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This old proverb reminds us how fickle the great British weather can be! One day we’re basking in glorious hot sunshine; the next, it can be hailing! The saying essentially tells us not to pack away our winter clothing (clout) until the month of May is out. However, some believe the May reference is actually […]
☀️ Embrace the Glorious Sunshine with an Oilcloth Tablecloth for Your Garden! ☀️ The beautiful weather continues, and the sun graces us with its warm rays. It’s the perfect time to make the most of your outdoor space and create a delightful oasis right in your own garden. And what better way to enhance your […]
Creative Oilcloth Tote Bags: Make Your Own Fashionable and Waterproof Accessory Calling all craft and sewing enthusiasts! Are you looking for a fun and practical project to showcase your creativity? Look no further than creative oilcloth tote bags. In this blog post, we will explore the wonderful world of crafting oilcloth tote bags. Discover how […]
This Saturday, 13th May, marks World Cocktail Day! Now that’s a day we can certainly get behind! How about you? Around since the 1800s, cocktails were initially inspired by British punches containing spirits, fruit juices and spices. The first reference to cocktails appears to have originated in a spoof piece in an American newspaper where […]
We’re so excited to be adding a new Orla Kiely design to our designer collection Due to the success of our designer collection – we’ve added another iconic Orla Kiely design to our range. Say hello to Orla Kiely Sweet Pea Orange Matt Oilcloth Tablecloth. This very popular and iconic 1960’s inspired design maintains the […]
As we get closer to the big day, more and more plans for the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla are being revealed, causing lots of excitement! Buckingham Palace has recently released three delicious recipes we can all try for our celebrations at home: Ken Hom’s roast rack of lamb with Asian-style marinade […]
To mark the Coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, a series of special events are being held, including a Coronation concert at Windsor Castle. Street parties up and down the country will also bring the nation together to celebrate the first Coronation in over 70 years! We can just picture the Mall and […]
Add a splash of gingham colour to your home! What’s not to love about our range of Vichy Gingham oilcloths? We’ve added 3 new spring colours to the check oilcloth range … Vichy Lime, Vichy Sand and Vichy Magenta. Perfect for your kitchen or garden table; or what about a craft project with checks! All […]
Congratulations to the winner of our February 2023 Oilcloth of the Month competition! We had a great response to our February 2023 Oilcloth of the Month competition. Thank you so much to all of you who took the time to send in your photographs; you’re superstars! After much deliberation in the Only Oilcloths office, we […]
Not long to go now until one of our favourite times of the year… Easter! If you haven’t circled it on the calendar yet, it falls on Sunday 9th April this year. And what could be more Easter than some gorgeous, playful bunnies?! We absolutely adore our Cath Kidston ‘Jumping Bunnies’ oilcloth and are so […]
