Developed as an alternative to wasteful paper and plastic activity mats, The Coloring Table is a drawing tablecloth that can be used in more than one way. Made with a poly-cotton fabric that's been treated with a water-proof poly-urethane laminate backing to prevent bleed-through, the cloth can be drawn on with washable markers and then tossed into the washing machine, so that you can start over with a clean slate another time.
Alternatively, permanent markers can be used on the tablecloth, preserving memories forever as a lasting keepsake. Ideal for birthday parties, baby showers, weddings and other holidays, this cloth is a fun way for everyone in the family to leave their mark. Rather than starting with a plain white tablecloth, The Coloring Table comes with printed designs like black outlines of food shapes.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Eco-friendly Activity Mats
- Develop eco-friendly alternatives to traditional activity mats that are both sustainable and reusable.
- Multi-purpose Textiles
- Explore design possibilities for textiles that can serve more than one purpose, such as a drawing tablecloth that can also be used for dining.
- Permanent Marker Keepsakes
- Create products that encourage the use of permanent markers for creating lasting keepsakes, and offer customization options for special occasions like weddings and baby showers.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Arts and Crafts
- The art and craft industry can innovate on their paper and plastic products by creating reusable and sustainable alternative activity mats.
- Home Decor
- The home decor industry can look into designing textiles that serve more than one purpose, such as a tablecloth that can also be used as a drawing mat or vice versa.
- Events and Celebrations
- The industry surrounding events and celebrations can create customizable products such as tablecloths that allow guests to leave their mark permanently and serve as keepsakes after the event is over.
