I got a wonderful package in the mail last week. My mother-in-law called me and said that she found some old doilies at an estate sale, but she wasn’t sure if I would like them or not, because they were a little discolored. She said she washed them well, but the discoloration remained. I exhaled (relieved), laughed, and told her I love discolored old doilies, so I was glad it didn’t wash out. She likes some antiques, but isn’t a fan of old wood, patina on metal, and discolored linens like I am.
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There were 2 sets of matching doilies and one single oval one, and immediately the odd number made me think of keeping them all together, by using them on a banner. I sewed them onto twill tape, using larger stitches, in case I decide to remove them from the banner later.
I’ve had this mirror for several years, but decided to list it in my shop last week. When I finished the banner, on a whim, I put it on top of my piano/desk, behind the doilies. Those old doilies look even prettier against the “ghost” marks the mirror has, so I can’t decide if I’ll be glad if the mirror sells or not, but I’ll enjoy until then. It isn’t difficult to find old doilies at antique or thrift stores, or buy them on Etsy or Ebay, but of course, you could always tea-dye newer doilies as well, to make them look aged.
I hope your week is off to a wonderful start!
That is really a charming idea, Angie! Lots of possibilities!
how adorable and creative. I would have never thought of using them that way, but it looks wonderful.
Great idea, Angie! I was given a bag full of old doilies and lace runners, I wonder if I could do something like this…it looks so awesome with the mirror.
Debbie 🙂
I love everything about this post. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, those are beauties your MIL sure found some real treasures.
What a cute idea and it looks great with your script wall paper!
Gigi @ Old World Patina
I love this idea! I might have to pull some doilies out and make one for decorating my booth. Hugs, Dianne
I have some doilies just waiting to be made into a banner…just haven’t done it yet!
too cute Angie … perfect with your other decor and wall paper.
Hugs,
Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures
That’s very different! very creative! Linens, my weakness! Love yours! Very nice display against your background!