My first doily

I always wanted to crochet a doily someday and guess what...: it finally happened! I don't know yet where I will leave it, because honestly I don't really have furniture that matches with doilies, but I really wanted to make one. They make me think of spring, especially the ones that look like flowers. I love tulips and red, so I made a red one with a tulip-like  pattern. 




The pattern I found at Crochet Plaisir.

Comments

  1. WendyFebruary 18, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    it's pretty! I'm the same with doilies, I love making them and like how they look, but they don't really fit in with my modern home!

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  2. KateFebruary 18, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    Beautiful! I've never made one; same thing with my house, they wouldn't really match. Great job :-)

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  3. bjFebruary 18, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    This is really pretty...you did a fantastic job.
    Maybe if you frame it in a small frame with a mat, it will look pretty in your bedroom or bath. I think you did so well on it that it SHOULD be framed. :)

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    1. LizFebruary 19, 2013 at 11:19 AM

      Thanks, that's a great idea! Maybe I will do that! Liz

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  4. Patty February 18, 2013 at 9:53 PM

    I have always wanted to make one too. I love it in red! I checked where you got your directions and did you just look at the drawings because they are not in English...

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    1. LizFebruary 19, 2013 at 11:21 AM

      Thanks, Patty! I just looked at the drawings. In december I crocheted snowflakes and in the book I used for the patterns they used the same symbols, so that's how I could 'read' the pattern for the doily.

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  5. UnknownFebruary 18, 2013 at 10:09 PM

    I am embarrased to call mine my 12th Doily:-) You did a great job! I love it.

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    1. LizFebruary 19, 2013 at 11:22 AM

      Wow, that's a lot! Maybe I will make another one someday. Thanks for visiting, Sara!

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  6. Nita StacyFebruary 19, 2013 at 12:12 AM

    super pretty doily. I used to love to crochet doilies when I was young. I never have the time any more...but I do think it's fun!

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2013 at 2:44 AM

    Oh, what a beautiful doily! You did a wonderful job. I crochet and am very impressed this is your first!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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    1. LizFebruary 19, 2013 at 11:25 AM

      Thank you, Shelia! I made some snowflakes in december and for the flakes I had to crochet in rounds, too, so I guess that made it easier to do.

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  8. Ana Love CraftFebruary 19, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    How beautiful! Love the color too!Thanks so much for sharing.Visiting from Small Things blog party.
    Have a fabulous day!
    Hugs from Portugal,

    Ana Love Craft
    www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com

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  9. AnnaFebruary 19, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    Very nice ! you can use it on your table under your plate...there are many options...search on the web...
    Have a nice day !
    Anna

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  10. LizFebruary 19, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Thanks for inviting me to your party! I just linked up some projects! Have a great day! Liz

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  11. JulzieFebruary 19, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    Lovely job, especially for your first time.....I'm the same, I've made a few doilies but they don't go with my house, but I still love making them :)

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  12. Sara PierceFebruary 20, 2013 at 12:25 AM

    So pretty! Would never know it was your first!
    Glad I stopped by from the link party!

    Sara
    http://lifeinthesetimesblog.wordpress.com

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  13. Janice Kay SchaubFebruary 20, 2013 at 4:02 AM

    wow, great job. Hard to believe its your first effort. I bet you are glad you gave it a try
    Janice

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    1. LizFebruary 24, 2013 at 11:05 PM

      Yes, I am! I did snowflakes before, so I knew how to crochet in circles, but never made a larger project like a doily. Thanks for visiting and leaving such a nice comment!

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  14. BarbaraFebruary 20, 2013 at 5:24 PM

    Wow, your doily is absolutely stunning! Great first try.

    Barbara
    www.busyfingersbusylife.blogspot.com

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  15. UnknownFebruary 20, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    This is beautiful! Well done... I'd be thrilled if you'd link up at Off the Hook!

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  16. From Nature to NurtureFebruary 20, 2013 at 9:11 PM

    This is beautiful, you are so talented! I would love for you to share it tomorrow on Thrifty Thursdays link party @ http://fromnature-tonurture.blogspot.com/ Hope to see you there!

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    1. LizFebruary 24, 2013 at 11:07 PM

      Thanks for inviting me! Just linked up some projects!

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  17. SueLovesCherriesFebruary 21, 2013 at 1:51 AM

    That is so pretty - congratulations! Knitting and crocheting are things that I never bothered to learn. Probably cuz I'm a lefty but, no matter, I've got enough to do!

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  18. JillFebruary 21, 2013 at 1:52 AM

    Gorgeous doily Liz!

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  19. UnknownFebruary 22, 2013 at 2:28 AM

    Beautiful! Thanks for sharing at The Gunny Sack!

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  20. ChrissyFebruary 22, 2013 at 6:55 PM

    Very cute!! Would you consider sharing this and any other posts you may have at my Pinterest Party?

    http://www.thetaylor-house.com/2013/02/20/pinterest-power-party-7-2.html

    Thanks so much!
    Chrissy

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    1. LizFebruary 24, 2013 at 11:08 PM

      Just linked up to your party! Thanks for inviting me! Liz

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  21. Natas NestFebruary 22, 2013 at 10:12 PM

    Congratulations, your first doily is so wonderful!! ♥ I have a similar problem: My furniture would match with doilies indeed, but there's not enough place for all the doilies I'd like to crochet ;-).

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  22. Rose Garden MalevikFebruary 23, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    really nice,,,,,, a very good work :)
    and do not miss.....

    SATURDAY SHOW OFF

    it is FUN :)
    WELCOME
    Håkan ( The Roseman)

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  23. JoanFebruary 23, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    The doily is very nice. I am not sure why a doily doesn't fit in any home. They are pretty wonderful under lamp bases to keep the furniture unscratched. And you can customize the size so that none of the doily goes past the edge of the base. But, that's just me.

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  24. HilaryFebruary 23, 2013 at 5:57 PM

    Frame it! It's beautiful and needs to be shown. ;)

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  25. Connie NelsonFebruary 24, 2013 at 4:22 AM

    I have always wanted to too, but it's never happened. Congrats to you! Thanks for linking with me.

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  26. Custom ComfortsFebruary 24, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    I am so impressed you made a doily. They always look so elegant and difficult. I can't tell you how nice to know this beautiful art is not lost.
    Cindy

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    1. LizMarch 2, 2013 at 10:43 AM

      They're not so difficult as they look, I know now :-) ! Thanks for your nice comment! Liz

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  27. Stella NemethFebruary 24, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    The doily is beautiful. There have been times when I was so hooked on thread crochet.

    You could do one of the following with it. You could mount it and frame it. Or, you could mount it on a fabric pillow top. I don't have furniture where a doily would be appropriate either. Considering that I'm 71 years old, I doubt if there is anyone currently alive who has furniture where doilies are appropriate. But they are so much fun to make.

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    1. LizMarch 2, 2013 at 10:44 AM

      Thanks for sharing your ideas! It's on my table now, but I love the idea of applying it on a pillow cover, so I guess it will end up there! Thanks!

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  28. Patricia @ 9th and DenverFebruary 24, 2013 at 6:45 PM

    I love making doilies, though haven't made any in years!
    This one sure is pretty.

    via Penny's Vintage Home, nice to meet cha!
    Pat

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  29. The Charm of HomeFebruary 28, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    This turned out beautiful! Thank you for joining Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  30. UnknownMarch 2, 2013 at 4:41 PM

    You did a fabulous job! It's beautiful!! Thank you so much for sharing at a Bouquet of Talent!
    Have a wonderful day!!
    Hugs
    Kathy

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  31. Susie @bowdabraMarch 2, 2013 at 11:48 PM

    Thanks for sharing an awesome project with us! Come by again next week and share another cool project with us!

    Have a great week!
    Susie @bowdabra
    http://bowdabrablog.com/2013/03/02/crafty-showcase-link-up-anything-fun-in-the-craft-project-linky-3/

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  32. JenniferMarch 5, 2013 at 4:49 AM

    Hello, just wanted to let you know that I have mentioned this post on my blog. If there is anything you wish for me to remove, please let me know. Cheers Jennifer http://eatcraftsow.blogspot.com.au/2013/03/linkup-party-like-bit-of-crochet.html

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    1. LizMarch 23, 2013 at 9:18 AM

      Thank you very much, Jennifer! I feel very honored! Have a nice weekend! Liz

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