How to decorate with doilies

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Do you have a pile of old doilies taking up space in your cupboard? Give them new life with these awesome ideas.

I got to thinking about last weeks post and realized I didn't give a step by step "how-to" for framing your own work. So this week, with the help of my daughter Maeghan, we put together a quick guide for framing your work. Step one: Block the work that's going to be framed. Blocking will allow the work to maintain it's shape. I used a paper towel between the doily and the cardboard to keep it from leeching any of the ink off the box. You don't have to have expensive mats or special equipment…

The humble crochet doily has come out of moth balls and made its way from ornamental mat to a multitude of modern day uses…. Many of which would probably shock our grandmothers!! If like me, you are shabby at heart and would gladly spend a thrifting day scouring through linen bins looking for pretty doilies, you’ll love these beautiful crafting projects I’ve gathered for you. Simply click on the link to view the tutorial for each of the 10 vintage doily craft projects. Rustic farmhouse…

This is how I framed a crocheted doily into a shadowbox using a fabric stiffener, allowing the nostalgia to shine. via Yellow Brick Home

Create lovely paper doily flowers with this step-by-step tutorial. This paper rose craft is perfect for building fine motor skills.

Months ago my sister passed on to me this box of hand crocheted doilies created by my mom, grandmother and I think there may even be one or two from my great grandmother. Because of their sentimental value she didn’t … Continue Reading →

30 DIY Doily Crafts - New or old, paper or crocheted the DOILY has endless DIY craft uses and comes in many shapes and patterns!