Doilies
Doilies are ornamental table mats
placed underneath a dish or bowl or any decorative piece. Doilies
provide a beautiful decorative touch to any table, whether a dining
table, a coffee table, side table or any other table. Table Doilies are
very useful table linens which can protect your furniture from scratches
from crockery. Doilies can be used for various in variety of ways
depending on the size. These can be used as table mats, coasters,
runners, table covers as well as chair covers. Doilies are made using
crochet or knitting techniques.
Designs of Doilies
Usually all doilies are crocheted ones having beautiful snowflake
designs and available in variety of shapes and colors and diameters. All
shabby chic doilies are made of crotchet thread like cotton thread,
woolen thread, linen threads and look great on any table. There are
crocheted doilies with embroidery on the center cloth and crocheted lace
in the periphery. This gives a fantastic look on the entire table.
Openwork of the doilies allows the table surface to show through. In
addition to their decorative function, doilies have a utilitarian role,
protecting fine wood furniture from scratches.
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