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Wednesday, March 30, 2011

doily bowls

during our rainy weekend, i had loads of fun making some Doily Bowls, from old vintage crochet pieces i had laying around. you know, those stacks of beautiful handmade pretties that you don't know what to do with, but you hold onto, because someone long ago, took the time to hand make them, and they are so frilly and delicate and beautiful.

yikes, talk about a run on sentence! i was inspired by this lovely bowl (above), that my friend Shacina gifted to me a couple of years ago......she found it at the ever inspiring Anthropology store (love Anthro)......we use it to hold our paper napkins and little miss daisy has taken a cat nap or two in it. i just love it. it sits in the middle of our kitchen table where i see it everyday.
o.k. so, did i mention, i was "inspired"?!



Easter Bunny take note!

all you need is a round-ish doily, preferably the thicker crochet type, dip it into ordinary school glue, wring it out a little (so nostalgic to feel and smell the glue again), and form the doily over an up-side-down bowl (i covered the bowls first with Press and Seal), wait a couple of days til good and dry, and gently pry off. really easy! i promise.
i like to think i am honoring the women who made these vintage pieces. it is better to give new life into something old, than just hide it away on a shelf.

don't you think?

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30 comments:

  1. AllieMarch 30, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Pretty neat! I'll have to try this for some Easter treats. Love your blog, I'll be back. Check out my blog when you have a moment.
    www.skylarkmanor.com

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  2. PamelaMarch 30, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Boy you had alot of time on your hands lol! Seriously though these are gorgeous! I used to have so many now I wish I still had them. Your photos are fantastic as always!!
    I'm sure The Easter Bunny will be very impressed!!

    Pamela :)

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  3. Lynda @ Happenstance HomeMarch 30, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    I really like this idea. I have some doilies that my grandma made, but they are just hiding out in the closet. This would be a good way to use them and have them out as a reminder of her.

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  4. DonnaMarch 30, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Erin,
    These are gorgeous! I have so many doilies I bought at an estate sale in neutral and all colors. Thanks for sharing this idea.
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  5. Glenda/MidSouthMarch 30, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    I love what you did with the dollies - great ideas.
    Hoping Spring temps and sun shine will return soon.
    Glenda

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  6. BeccaMarch 30, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    These are beautiful Erin, what a lovely idea!

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  7. oldgreymareMarch 30, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Remember my doily garland? I had some small ones leftover that just did not work in the garland. WOOT!
    Doily bowls , here I come!

    Fabulous idea!

    xx
    z

    Gee I wonder if we could use big ones and make lamp shades with a light kit? hmmmmm?

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  8. Castles Crowns and CottagesMarch 31, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    MY GOODNESS. Your new header, a dream. Your doily bowls, perfection. Your general mood is always so uplifting dearest!!! How are you? I have missed you so. I hope you are well and your art is BLOOMING like a new bud in spring....so fabulous! BISOUS, Anita

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  9. RazmatazMarch 31, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    I see that you've got Suzan thinking Erin! I think they are brilliant. You can never have enough little catch alls around. I don't think I even own a doily....I must keep my eye open for some when I am out fleaing.

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  10. The Nightingale StudioMarch 31, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Wow, Beautiful!
    I have a buffet drawer full of
    doilies. I am going to try making some.

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  11. Laura @ 52 FLEAMarch 31, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Love it Erin! Just the other day I was playing around with shredded paper and made a little paper nest using the same technique. The doilies look sooo pretty! I will have to give it a try! :)

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  12. AnonymousMarch 31, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    those are adorable!!!! they look like flowers or butterflies depending on the angle.they are displayed so cute...and I like your music by the way!!!

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  13. UnknownMarch 31, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Wonderful ! I have some old doilys that my grandmother made that are in my linnen closet. This will give them a purpose,and it will honor my Mamaw .

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  14. DonnaMarch 31, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Erin,
    I received my PIF in the mail today and they are adorable!!!
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  15. UnknownMarch 31, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    They are so beautiful but you made really many, what will you with them all!? I love the pictures with wonderful light and thin lace bowl.

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  16. kayce hughesMarch 31, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Brilliant and beautiful!

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  17. deb millsMarch 31, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    these are so lovely.
    i so enjoy your blog. your photography and artwork are really wonderful...i look forward to each post.

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  18. AngelaApril 1, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Oh wow! I love these, I have to try them out.
    I'm wondering about the school glue, is that the thick white paste?
    Thanks for sharing.
    xoxo
    Angela.

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  19. Brenda PruittApril 1, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    These are absolutely heavenly!
    Brenda

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  20. the old white houseApril 2, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    They turned out beautifully... I think the women who made them would indeed be honored! xoxo

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  21. ElyseApril 2, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    i think for sure! these are beautiful!!! your blog is so lovely and serene! so glad your comment lead me to pop over. :)

    thanks so much for your sweet comment.

    happy weekend!

    xo
    elyse

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  22. CaroleApril 2, 2011 at 12:33 PM

    I think you could make an old shoe looks like a million dollars. These are just gorgeous! and the photography so ethereal.

    xx
    Carole

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  23. Cobalt VioletApril 2, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    I do think so! They are so delicate and lovely and of course your photos are crazy lovely Erin!

    I hope you are doing great!!!

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  24. Debra@CommonGroundApril 2, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    They are just precious, the one shot looks like a bunch of little lacey butterflies!! Thanks for linking up to the party, I always love your beautiful photos!
    xoxo,
    Debra

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  25. ArabellaApril 4, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Goodness - these are fabulous!! I'll have to give them a try.

    I'm a new follower stopping by from Blue Monday...great to connect with you.

    Hope you can come visit sometime at http://SallyLeeByTheSea.com :O)

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  26. Custom ComfortsApril 4, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I love your lace bowls Erin! So pretty and sweet. Thanks for sharing the "how to".
    Cindy

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  27. Laura @ 52 FLEAApril 4, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    I found your post and Anthro's doily projects so inspiring that I tried it myself and my bowl came out wonderful! Thank you for your instructions! Hope you have a great week! :)

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  28. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEApril 7, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Adorable...I am going to try this! Thanks!!

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  29. Johanna GehrleinApril 9, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Hello,
    those bowls are sooo beautiful. Thank you for sharing this great idea.
    Greetings, Johanna

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  30. BohemianJuly 3, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    A great idea and a fun project to now do with my G-Kids to transform some of my old doilies into something new and useful.

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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