But to give you a little perspective on just how big it really is, here's a pen on top of it.
And this is the hook I used.
Either way, it's wonderful to have accomplished it.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Red Doily
After my original 1918 Doily, I was anxious to do the "real" one in red.
It turned out a bit bigger than the trial run.
...by a LOT more than I expected!
But to give you a little perspective on just how big it really is, here's a pen on top of it.
And this is the hook I used.
I haven't starched it yet, but I'm hoping to maybe give it as a gift... someday... Do you think it's too big to be used? It's much larger than a dinner plate, and I know doilies don't have a reputation for practicality to begin with, but is it something people would use?
Either way, it's wonderful to have accomplished it.
But to give you a little perspective on just how big it really is, here's a pen on top of it.
And this is the hook I used.
Either way, it's wonderful to have accomplished it.
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I have some doilies hung up as framed artwork in my home so even if it turns out not to have a "function" it could certainly have a purpose in a home. It's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThat's so pretty! Doilies are a little intimidating to me. I knw my mom would love one.
ReplyDeleteGreat job! :)
How gorgeous! I love it Mindy!
ReplyDeleteWell, I like it! But I don't know what I'd do with a doily. No, I take that back. I would place it on my dining room table over the table cloth with some kind of something on top. Hmmm. Maybe I should make one for myself....
ReplyDeleteI love it soooo much! Beautiful. The reason I learned to crochet. . .I wanted colored doilies! Love the red sister.
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I don't think there are any hard and fast rules on how big a doily should be. I think larger would work well for setting a table centerpiece on. It's beautiful.
ReplyDeleteOMGosh! I love this! I cannot believe you made it. I so wish I knew how to do it. Very nice and I love the red.
ReplyDeletexo,
Sena
Oh my gosh Mindy this is just "out of this world" beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYou are all so kind--it's so humbling to be complimented by some seriously talented crocheters like you all!! Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI love it..it would look amazing on one of those little round tables or a dining table with a white tablecloth under it..lovely too at Christmas..or an apple green tablecloth to give it a retro feel!
ReplyDeleteThat's amazing that you MADE that! Wow! I think I know how to crochet a dishrag!
ReplyDeleteI am coming over from Homemaker on a Dime and am now your newest follower!
I do not crochet so I admire those who can. Your doily is very pretty....Christine
ReplyDeleteMindy-
ReplyDeleteLove! It think that could be a part of a gorgeous Mother's Day vignette...
Thanks for linking up.
Woohoo! This is something my mom would covet. I love it. I've crocheted a lot before I had children and I know the time involved in making one like this. Thanks for sharing this at the Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop.
ReplyDeleteI think it is wonderful..Sone lucky person will be blessed to receive this as a gift..never doubt yourself..it is lovely
ReplyDeleteI think it's gorgeous! I would certainly use it! Thanks for linking up!
ReplyDeleteIt's gorgeous! I'd use it!
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