Looking for a Vintage Pastry Cloth with Suction Cups

[Alexia Jung]

I have been looking high and low for a pastry cloth. My mother got it from her mother so it might have been made around the 40s. My mom has used this canvas mat religiously and just loves it. She told me the other day that it has begun to be too worn to actually use anymore and was going to have to retire it which she was really disappointed about. It was made out of a sturdy feeling canvas and on the underside of each corner is a grommet that you can pop suction cups in to keep it from moving around. Does anyone know where I can find one like this, new, used, vintage, whatever is fine just would really ove to find something similar with the suction cups on it. I would appreciate any help or any pointer in the correct direction.

 

[Norcalbaker59]

I have been looking high and low for a pastry cloth. My mother got it from her mother so it might have been made around the 40s. My mom has used this canvas mat religiously and just loves it. She told me the other day that it has begun to be too worn to actually use anymore and was going to have to retire it which she was really disappointed about. It was made out of a sturdy feeling canvas and on the underside of each corner is a grommet that you can pop suction cups in to keep it from moving around. Does anyone know where I can find one like this, new, used, vintage, whatever is fine just would really ove to find something similar with the suction cups on it. I would appreciate any help or any pointer in the correct direction.

The only high-quality baker’s cloth you will find is a baker’s couche. These are professional cloths used to shape dough, particularly baguettes. Normally they’re not used for rich doughs since these are not washed. they are made of a high-quality linen. Washing will cause the fabric to stiffin significantly and ruin it.

This is a finished edge couche.

What is Baker’s Couche and How to Use It

What is baker’s couche? A high quality baker’s couche is professional grade 100% flax linen that is natural, untreated and unbleached. It is used to support dough, especially baguette, during proofing. Linen is durable, flexible and light, and is the best material to proof bread. Placing the...

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This is cut from a bolt of fabric. You could take it to a seamstress and have the edges seamed and grommets added.

Linen Couche - 18'' x 1 yard

Couche is a thick linen cloth used to help bread dough keep its shape while it is rising. Never wash, just brush and let dry. (If more than 1 yard is purchased, it will not be pre-cut into 1 yard pieces, it will arrive to you as a whole.) Dimensions: 18" x 1 yard

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How To Use & Care For A Linen Couche Proofing Cloth

What is a linen couche proofing cloth? How can it be used to bake sourdough bread? Watch, listen, or read to learn about one of my favorite kitchen tools, plus how to care for it!

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alternatively, you can simply purchase a cotton pastry cloth and add grommets if you want a cloth that is machine washable.

 

[retired baker]

I have been looking high and low for a pastry cloth. My mother got it from her mother so it might have been made around the 40s. My mom has used this canvas mat religiously and just loves it. She told me the other day that it has begun to be too worn to actually use anymore and was going to have to retire it which she was really disappointed about. It was made out of a sturdy feeling canvas and on the underside of each corner is a grommet that you can pop suction cups in to keep it from moving around. Does anyone know where I can find one like this, new, used, vintage, whatever is fine just would really ove to find something similar with the suction cups on it. I would appreciate any help or any pointer in the correct direction.

amazon has pages of them.

 

[Norcalbaker59]

amazon has pages of them.

Read her post, it’s not the cheap flimsy cotton pastry cloth like they sell on Amazon.

 

[retired baker]

Premium Professional Bakers Extra Large Couche 35"x26" from France - Heavy Duty Proofing Cloth 100% Natural Flax Linen by Saint Germain Bakery.​

https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Professional-Bakers-Couche-France/dp/B06XXXQVNZ/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1SQ34PO0UFBTM&keywords=bakers+couche&qid=1671959138&sprefix=bakers+couche%2Caps%2C184&sr=8-5

 

[Mona]

You might try looking on Etsy or eBay for a vintage pastry cloth or one with suction cups. Specialty kitchen stores or custom textile makers could also help you find or create something similar. Checking in with baking forums or groups might also lead you to a good find. Hope this helps you track down a replacement for your mom’s cherished cloth!