I've ordered several vinyl tablecloth oilcloths from
ClaudiaClaudine.com and I've been very happy with them. Those oilcloths
get a lot of compliments. They look really nice in the home, and
they're strong enough to use for outdoor picnics and things like that.
Vinyl cloths I've gotten from Wal Mart, Target, etc. have always
disappointed me.

sf wrote:
> On Mon, 17 Mar 2003 21:01:53 GMT,
> (Terra) wrote:
>
> > Okay, a non-food question, but I need some suggestions: my
> > mother had several heavy duty vinyl tablecloths with cloth
> > backing. Unfortunately, my sister wound up with all of them
> > after Mom passed, and I cannot find another one anywhere!
> > I've seen the el cheapo ones at Wal Mart -- try to wipe
> > one with a dish cloth and it's halfway off of the table.
> > I've looked for something heavier at Linens & Things, The
> > Bon Marche, Target, etc. I've Googled, but I'd really
> > prefer to feel the item before I buy it (or talk to
> > someone who has).
>
> Find yourself some oilcloth - it's out there.
> >
> > Anyone got a suggestion? I'm tired of laundering my linen
> > cloths, plus they're rather old (received from grandmother)
> > and will fall apart if I keep using them for everyday...
>