Who among us, at least once, has not received as a gift crocheted doilies from the skilled hands of mothers, grandmothers or aunts? If you have received more than one and your temptation is sooner or later to get rid of them, first let yourself be tempted by some inspiration to recycle old doilies.
Lace and lace are fabrics of the past that create a lovely atmosphere with a retro flavor. If you like to be wrapped in an air of romanticism, a little vintage, the old doilies are just for you. Open the old trunks in which you keep them: so many ideas of decorations and furnishing accessories that you can make and there is nothing simpler!
Take a look at our suggestions and welcome theold style.
1. Chandelier
A first idea that we want to suggest to you, and realize together with you, is that of a elegant chandelier do-it-yourself to be the master of your living room. A unique touch for your home. Needed:
The number of doilies to use will depend on the size chosen for your chandelier as well as the shape you want to give it: green light to your imagination! Finish the job by inserting the wire and light bulb and go new light to the rooms of your home!
Read also: Crochet Christmas place cards: 10 original ideas
2. Candle holder
A very romantic idea is to make some candle holders starting from your old lace. Get a balloon and lay down yours doily above, brushing it with abundant glue: you will give it its characteristic rounded shape.
insert inside it a tealight with aluminum base or the LED alternative and you will create a truly unique romantic atmosphere made even more magical by the reflections of light that will filter through the decorations.
3. Dream catcher
There is nothing more fun than making a catch dreams: any material you have in your hands will enrich your home with magic. With our lace and lace we can easily create a dream catcher starting from the measures of the doily that we have available.
Let’s insert it inside a wooden circle and drop some threads of fabric, pearls and feathers to finish it. Let the magic begin!
4. Shabby chic picture
There is nothing more natural than using your doilies to enrich it Shabby chic style in home. Romantic style par excellence goes well with these materials. How about filling a bare wall? You have two options:
- bare them on the wall
- create a real picture by choosing a wooden table or an aged frame in perfect Shabby chic style.
You may be interested in: Crochet Christmas gifts: simple and effective ideas
That extra touch that was missing!
5. Wall clock
Idea very simple but useful and original, following the shape of your doily, is to create a clock. You will embellish a wall with a touch of creativity: what is needed? Your doily, a base on which to glue it and then hands, numbers and mechanism!
If you want, give a touch of color use paints and brushes but also a practical spray. What better idea to recycle old doilies?
Do you want design advice on how to furnish? Join the group
6. Clothes
For those who love to crochet it will be a breeze to make beautiful dresses starting from doilies. Already inserted in a t-shirt they will be able to embellish it for which you have no excuse: take needle and thread and get to work. Let yourself be inspired by some images found on the net and start your creations.
7. Jewelry
If you have a deep passion for jewels and you like to create them yourself to give a unique imprint to your style, you can’t not use these laces. You can really do everything with it: a pinch of manual skills and a lot of imagination are enough. Realize DIY necklaces, bracelets or earrings it will be fun and rewarding for you to wear something unique for friends to admire and, if necessary, give as gifts.
8. Bowls
Another idea that is easy to implement but certainly effective is to make your doily a design object. How about recycling old doilies to make practices bowls? Many uses and in every room: empty pockets, candy boxes, jewelry boxes, etc.
How to do them? Nothing could be easier: take a bowl you already have, but also a balloon, an egg shape to copy the shape and lay your doily on top using the glue. Let it dry and that’s it.
You could, if you like, play with concrete by dipping an old doily into it and giving it the shape you want to let it dry, paint et voila, this too is done!
9. Cloche
Follow the same procedure we saw earlier to protect your cakes from unwanted gluttons. This dome shape will be perfect for protect biscuits and various sweets but remember to add a handle on top for a more comfortable grip!
10. Cake decoration
One more idea for those who love being in the kitchen is to use your doilies not only for to protect the desserts freshly baked, as we have seen with the nice cloche, but also to decorate them. Use the most beautiful doily to create a true masterpiece in the kitchen. Just place it on the cake and sprinkle with icing sugar or cocoa and remove it: the game of contrasts will entice you!
+1. Various arrangements and embellishments
Grandma’s doilies are a useful tool for original fittings. Very popular to create a romantic atmosphere at weddings but not only. Use them to embellish glass jars or many fabrics: cushions, tablecloths, curtains, aprons and much more!
Recycle old images doilies
These are just some of the ideas you can put into practice starting from your doilies, get inspired from the other proposals you find in the gallery! Now you have no more excuses: you just have to get to work!
Who among us, at least once, has not received as a gift crocheted doilies from the skilled hands of mothers, grandmothers or aunts? If you have received more than one and your temptation is sooner or later to get rid of them, first let yourself be tempted by some inspiration to recycle old doilies.
Lace and lace are fabrics of the past that create a lovely atmosphere with a retro flavor. If you like to be wrapped in an air of romanticism, a little vintage, the old doilies are just for you. Open the old trunks in which you keep them: so many ideas of decorations and furnishing accessories that you can make and there is nothing simpler!
Take a look at our suggestions and welcome theold style.
1. Chandelier
A first idea that we want to suggest to you, and realize together with you, is that of a elegant chandelier do-it-yourself to be the master of your living room. A unique touch for your home. Needed:
The number of doilies to use will depend on the size chosen for your chandelier as well as the shape you want to give it: green light to your imagination! Finish the job by inserting the wire and light bulb and go new light to the rooms of your home!
Read also: Crochet Christmas place cards: 10 original ideas
2. Candle holder
A very romantic idea is to make some candle holders starting from your old lace. Get a balloon and lay down yours doily above, brushing it with abundant glue: you will give it its characteristic rounded shape.
insert inside it a tealight with aluminum base or the LED alternative and you will create a truly unique romantic atmosphere made even more magical by the reflections of light that will filter through the decorations.
3. Dream catcher
There is nothing more fun than making a catch dreams: any material you have in your hands will enrich your home with magic. With our lace and lace we can easily create a dream catcher starting from the measures of the doily that we have available.
Let’s insert it inside a wooden circle and drop some threads of fabric, pearls and feathers to finish it. Let the magic begin!
4. Shabby chic picture
There is nothing more natural than using your doilies to enrich it Shabby chic style in home. Romantic style par excellence goes well with these materials. How about filling a bare wall? You have two options:
- bare them on the wall
- create a real picture by choosing a wooden table or an aged frame in perfect Shabby chic style.
You may be interested in: Crochet Christmas gifts: simple and effective ideas
That extra touch that was missing!
5. Wall clock
Idea very simple but useful and original, following the shape of your doily, is to create a clock. You will embellish a wall with a touch of creativity: what is needed? Your doily, a base on which to glue it and then hands, numbers and mechanism!
If you want, give a touch of color use paints and brushes but also a practical spray. What better idea to recycle old doilies?
Do you want design advice on how to furnish? Join the group
6. Clothes
For those who love to crochet it will be a breeze to make beautiful dresses starting from doilies. Already inserted in a t-shirt they will be able to embellish it for which you have no excuse: take needle and thread and get to work. Let yourself be inspired by some images found on the net and start your creations.
7. Jewelry
If you have a deep passion for jewels and you like to create them yourself to give a unique imprint to your style, you can’t not use these laces. You can really do everything with it: a pinch of manual skills and a lot of imagination are enough. Realize DIY necklaces, bracelets or earrings it will be fun and rewarding for you to wear something unique for friends to admire and, if necessary, give as gifts.
8. Bowls
Another idea that is easy to implement but certainly effective is to make your doily a design object. How about recycling old doilies to make practices bowls? Many uses and in every room: empty pockets, candy boxes, jewelry boxes, etc.
How to do them? Nothing could be easier: take a bowl you already have, but also a balloon, an egg shape to copy the shape and lay your doily on top using the glue. Let it dry and that’s it.
You could, if you like, play with concrete by dipping an old doily into it and giving it the shape you want to let it dry, paint et voila, this too is done!
9. Cloche
Follow the same procedure we saw earlier to protect your cakes from unwanted gluttons. This dome shape will be perfect for protect biscuits and various sweets but remember to add a handle on top for a more comfortable grip!
10. Cake decoration
One more idea for those who love being in the kitchen is to use your doilies not only for to protect the desserts freshly baked, as we have seen with the nice cloche, but also to decorate them. Use the most beautiful doily to create a true masterpiece in the kitchen. Just place it on the cake and sprinkle with icing sugar or cocoa and remove it: the game of contrasts will entice you!
+1. Various arrangements and embellishments
Grandma’s doilies are a useful tool for original fittings. Very popular to create a romantic atmosphere at weddings but not only. Use them to embellish glass jars or many fabrics: cushions, tablecloths, curtains, aprons and much more!
Recycle old images doilies
These are just some of the ideas you can put into practice starting from your doilies, get inspired from the other proposals you find in the gallery! Now you have no more excuses: you just have to get to work!
