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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
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Denise
Ohio
USA
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 Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 11:11:01 AM
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I didn't join the swap for the table toppers but I have one that I'm using on my table for fall. It was gifted to me by a friend. I have never attempted to make one but I think I may try my hand at it as I love to quilt and a topper seems about the right size for me to handle. I have made crib quilts so I guess it wouldn't be much different. I'm always blessed when someone gifts me something like this because I know the work that goes into them. I also have tons of fabric in my stash so I'm thinking maybe a Christmas one would be nice.  |
Denise~~
Sister #43
"I am a bookaholic with no desire to be cured."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"
Psalm 119:105
www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com
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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
10329 Posts
Denise
Ohio
USA
10329 Posts |
Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 11:25:02 AM
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I have some pretty doilies and just wondered if anyone else still uses them. I have some that my grandmother embroidered and some she crocheted and I have been gifted a few by friends. I found these two recently at an estate sale and they are so pretty and were quite inexpensive.
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Denise~~
Sister #43
"I am a bookaholic with no desire to be cured."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"
Psalm 119:105
www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
Edited by - levisgrammy on Oct 18 2023 11:25:46 AM |
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debbieklann
True Blue Farmgirl
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Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
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Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 11:43:40 AM
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I still use doilies....I thought I was the only one so I'm glad to see that someone else does as well!
I have a pattern for a doily with pansies all around very similiar to yours if you or anyone would like a copy. I made one for my sister years ago and it really turned out pretty! I think I used periwinkle and yellow for the pansies.
I love that table topper! I bet it looks great with your fall/Halloween decorations! |
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
January 2020 FGOTM
"Well behaved women seldom make history"...
Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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Wanda Sue
True Blue Farmgirl
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Wanda
Murrells Inlet
SC
USA
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Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 12:03:08 PM
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| Beautiful topper Denise, and I’ve never seen doilies with flowers around it like that. So very unique! |
A day hemmed in prayer is less likely to unravel.
Wanda Sue
Farm Girl #3677
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
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Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
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Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 12:21:31 PM
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You should try it, Denise! Christmas is the perfect theme to start with :)
I have some of my grandma's doilies around the house and some put away that I want to find something to do with one day. I'd love to make doilies. I have a pattern book and some thread but I just can not get the hang of working with the crochet thread. I get so frustrated and end up squeezing the life out of my crochet hook so my hand hurts and it never goes well LOL! I attempt it again every now and then but so far it's always the same. Maybe this winter will be different. |
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington |
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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
10329 Posts
Denise
Ohio
USA
10329 Posts |
Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 12:24:51 PM
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I have crocheted some doilies in the past. I have one my daughter did with sunflowers around it. The sunflowers were store bought and she just attached them when she was done crocheting the doily.
I love the table topper it goes wonderfully with my fall decor! |
Denise~~
Sister #43
"I am a bookaholic with no desire to be cured."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"
Psalm 119:105
www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
4929 Posts
Debbie Fischer
Coos Bay
OR
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Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 12:36:13 PM
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I too collect, use and make the pretty crochet doilies, I just love them. And yes Debbie I love to have your pattern, thank you.
Denise the table topper is so pretty, I have a fall one I picked up at goodwill a couple years ago and I love it! Thank you for sharing. |
Big Hugs,
Debbie
Farmgirl if the Month for:
September 2012, February 2018 and September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Bryon
When I am old I am wearing Purple. I am Old!!
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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
10329 Posts
Denise
Ohio
USA
10329 Posts |
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debbieklann
True Blue Farmgirl
3013 Posts
Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
3013 Posts |
Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 6:56:24 PM
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| I will scan and email to you, Denise! |
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
January 2020 FGOTM
"Well behaved women seldom make history"...
Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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Jokamartell
True Blue Farmgirl
1418 Posts
Karen
Kennewick
WA
USA
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Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 7:07:18 PM
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Great topper, Denise! :)
I use doilies everywhere in my house. I’ve even been known to put them on my Christmas list! :) lol. I love the look of them. When my oldest daughter got married we attached doilies to burlap pillows for the ring bearers to carry. It was so fun and vintage! :) |
Karen :)
To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha |
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Blessed in Colorado
True Blue Farmgirl
4929 Posts
Debbie Fischer
Coos Bay
OR
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Posted - Oct 18 2023 : 7:14:43 PM
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Oh Karen they sound so pretty and such a lovely idea.
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Big Hugs,
Debbie
Farmgirl if the Month for:
September 2012, February 2018 and September 2022
“My altars are My Mountains and the Ocean.” Lord Bryon
When I am old I am wearing Purple. I am Old!!
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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
10329 Posts
Denise
Ohio
USA
10329 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2023 : 04:07:56 AM
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Thank you Debbie!
Karen what a cute and clever idea! |
Denise~~
Sister #43
"I am a bookaholic with no desire to be cured."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"
Psalm 119:105
www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
10329 Posts
Denise
Ohio
USA
10329 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2023 : 1:38:25 PM
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I am trying to figure out how to repair holes in dresser scarves and embroidered doilies that I have gotten from sales. I found some pretty ones but one is torn on the edge and a couple have holes in the areas you can see.
Any advice on how to repair would be appreciated. |
Denise~~
Sister #43
"I am a bookaholic with no desire to be cured."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"
Psalm 119:105
www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
Edited by - levisgrammy on Oct 19 2023 1:39:02 PM |
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
1729 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
1729 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2023 : 5:02:19 PM
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| I don't know how to fix them either - those are the ones I have put away for "something" later. I thought of making an apron out of them or I've seen people sew them into little pillows or pincushions or.... |
~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington |
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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
10329 Posts
Denise
Ohio
USA
10329 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2023 : 5:06:08 PM
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| Yes I'm thinking I will have repurpose them. I've done it with quilts that are beyond repair. |
Denise~~
Sister #43
"I am a bookaholic with no desire to be cured."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"
Psalm 119:105
www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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suny58
True Blue Farmgirl
329 Posts
Dianna
Jack
Al.
USA
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Posted - Oct 19 2023 : 5:36:38 PM
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So beautiful Denise! I too have many doilies collected over the years but especially when we were in Germany. I honestly don't know what to do with them when I'm gone because my children sure won't use them. Then last week. While volunteering at Pioneer Museum days I met a sweet young lady who was dressed in her 1800's costume showing kids how they used crocheting, intricate knitting and taking skills back then. We had a lovely discussion and shes incredibly talented. She has niece that are quite interested in history and her skills as well! Now I know where to donate mine.
Judith Baker made me a gorgeous table topper a couple years ago and I've used it on our China cabinet since. Its as lovely as yours! I feel quite blessed. I can NOT sew, crochet or knit worth a hoot! Lol |
Farmgirl #7103
FGOTM January 2018
Dianna
"Blessed are they that see beautiful things in humble places, where other people see nothing." Pissarro |
Edited by - suny58 on Oct 19 2023 5:37:10 PM |
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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
10329 Posts
Denise
Ohio
USA
10329 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2023 : 6:17:42 PM
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What a wonderful thing to see. Generations that want to learn things from us.
You'll have to share a picture of your table topper Dianna! |
Denise~~
Sister #43
"I am a bookaholic with no desire to be cured."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"
Psalm 119:105
www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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debbieklann
True Blue Farmgirl
3013 Posts
Debbie
Madras
OR
USA
3013 Posts |
Posted - Oct 19 2023 : 6:42:20 PM
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| Yes, I would love to see it also please! |
Debbie Klann
Farmgirl Sister #770
2018 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
January 2020 FGOTM
"Well behaved women seldom make history"...
Laurel Thatcher Ulrich |
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treelady
True Blue Farmgirl
1278 Posts
Julie
medina
ND
USA
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Posted - Oct 20 2023 : 7:41:17 PM
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| I have made many doilies. I have also made 2 tablecloths out of thread. My fingers do not appreciate the small hooks now. Sure glad I did them when I was younger. |
A little rain can straighten a flower stem. A little love can change a life.
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nndairy
True Blue Farmgirl
1729 Posts
Heather
Wapakoneta
Ohio
USA
1729 Posts |
Posted - Oct 24 2023 : 09:54:32 AM
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I can't imagine making a tablecloth! My hand hurts thinking about it LOL!
I found this and thought it was a great idea for some of the stained/ripped pieces:
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~Heather
“I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington |
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levisgrammy
Scattered Prairie Hen Honcho
10329 Posts
Denise
Ohio
USA
10329 Posts |
Posted - Oct 24 2023 : 10:06:50 AM
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Love that!
My daughter has done tablecloths but I haven't yet. |
Denise~~
Sister #43
"I am a bookaholic with no desire to be cured."
"Thy word is a lamp unto my feet, and a light unto my path"
Psalm 119:105
www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com
www.torisgram.etsy.com |
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