Products
1950

The Birth of Alvin
Alvin Shoham and his brothers establish Alvin, quickly becoming the premier US manufacturer of professional drafting supplies.
1969

Vinyl Innovation: VYCO by Alvin
Alvin revolutionizes drafting surfaces with VYCO, a durable replaceable vinyl board cover that becomes an industry standard.
1976

The Invention of the Cutting Mat
Alvin introduces the groundbreaking Green plastic cutting mat, transforming model making and surface protection with its innovative design.
1989

The GBM is Released
Alvin launches its iconic Green/Black 5-layer cutting mats featuring revolutionary "Self Healing" technology, setting a new industry benchmark.
1996

The Biggest. Ever.
Alvin breaks size barriers by introducing the GBM4896 - the largest commercial cutting mat available at four feet by eight feet, meeting the demands of professional studios.
2000

Alvin's Hobby Mats Debut
Alvin diversifies with a new line of lightweight Hobby mats, specifically engineered for the growing papercraft and scrapbooking communities.

1,000,000 Mats
Alvin sells its one millionth Self Healing Cutting Mat.
2018

Crafted to Win: TV Showdown Featuring Alvin Cutting Mats
TV Craft Competition with Amy Poehler and Nick Offerman feature all Alvin cutting mats.
2025

75th Anniversary
Alvin celebrates its diamond anniversary, marking 75 years of innovation and excellence in professional arts and crafts supplies.