Make your dining table come to life with the beautiful Unikko PVC-coated placemats. The ultra-popular Unikko print was created by Finnish designer Maija Isola in the 1960’s and continues to be a design favorite. Durable and easy-to-clean, the PVC coating creates a slightly slick surface to help resist spills and stains. Choose from several different colors ranging from striking to subdued. The Marimekko Unikko placemats are perfect for informal eating areas to beautiful dining tablescapes.
Pictured (top to bottom)
Top Row: Black/White/Green, White/Green/Brown
Middle Row: Yellow/Lime, Black/White
Bottom Row: Red/White, Periwinkle/MintPlease note: Because Unikko placemats are created from the original Unikko fabric, the placemats vary in patterning and no two might look exactly alike.
Marimekko is a Finnish design house renowned for its bold, effusive prints and timeless patterns. The company was founded in 1951 by Finnish couple Armi and Viljo Ratia, and the name Marimekko translated literally means “Mary-dress.” Marimekko’s impact reaches far beyond just Finland, howev... More Marimekko
Undisputedly the most famous textile designer to have existed at Marimekko, Maija Isola created over 500 prints during her long and colorful employment. The height of her design notoriety occurred during the 1960’s, right around the time when she created her explosive Unikko pattern. In add... More Maija Isola
I used these to line some of my drawers. Love opening and seeing the flowers. I also have some that I use as they were intended. They make a great everyday place mat.
Pros
The pattern, especially the white, black and green color.
Cons
Not a thing.
By J
Washington, D.C.
Durable, easy to keep clean, beautiful
July 18, 2011
Love the print (we have the red and black) - classic design, but still very child-friendly in a home with two toddlers...
otherwise when they will get back in production because these are THE BEST !
warm regards,
Marcel Melles
1 Answer
Marcel,
Unfortunately PVC fabric for any product has is out of production due to the negative impact on the environment from the plastic. They have begun making their placemats in Acrylic coated fabric instead. Please view the Marimekko Placemat's here: https://search.finnstyle.com/mod_search/?catalog=finnstyle&query=marimekko+placemat&x=0&y=0