Cork fabric, also known as cork leather or cork skin, is produced from natural cork - the bark of the cork oak tree. The cork fabric is composed of thin sheets of natural cork adhered to a fabric support backing. It is available in a variety of different patterns and colors. Take a look at the corkstore.com to see the many patterns available. One may think "Cork Fabric? How can that last?". But it does. This amazingly durable fabric is comparable to leather in terms of durability. The main difference? Cork fabric can actually get wet and be washed - unlike leather. Besides being durable, beautiful to look at and warm it is also environmentally friendly, hypoallergenic, water resistant and stain resistant.
Take a look at this month's (February/March 2012) issue of Vogue Patterns Magazine. You'll see Jelinek Cork fabric featured (along with a promo code). The magazine also includes a cool project demonstrating how to make a wallet and e-book reader using cork fabric.
The magazine is available at newsstands or take a peek at their online sampler.
Sunday, January 15, 2012
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