Using a vintage crochet doily as a decorative topper for a vase is a beautiful way to enhance your floral displays with a touch of nostalgia.
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Mine certainly brightened up the office space!
Doilies are delicate pieces that not only celebrate the craftsmanship of yesteryear but also infuse your home with warmth and character.
You can find them to buy in most thrift stores and often at jumble sales or craft markets.
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Steps to Use a Vintage Doily as a Vase Topper
1. Choose the Right Vase: The first step is to select a vase that coordinates well with the size and design of your chosen doily. A clear glass or a simple ceramic vase works beautifully, allowing the intricate patterns of the doily to shine through. Consider the colours of the doily as well; a soft white or cream doily might pair elegantly with a colourful vase, while a bold doily could make a classic, understated vase pop.
2. Prepare the Doily: Make sure the doily is clean and intact, free from any stains or blemishes. If it has accumulated dust over time, gently wash it with a mild soap solution by hand. After washing, lay it flat on a clean towel to dry naturally, ensuring the fibres maintains its shape.
You will need a doily that has reasonably sized gaps in the design.
3. Make sure the vase is clean. Then fill it with water.
4. Position the Doily: Lay the doily over the top of the vase, allowing its edges to cascade gracefully down the sides.
Use a rubber band to secure the doily in place.
The vintage lace will add texture and depth, making the floral display more visually interesting.
5. Arrange Your Flowers: Now comes the fun part—placing your choice of flowers into the water container. Choose blooms that complement the doily, such as soft pastels for a gentle look, or vibrant hues for a more dramatic effect.
The flower stems need to be slim enough to slip through the gaps in the doily design.
6. Adjust as Needed: After your flowers are in place, take a step back and evaluate the arrangement. Make any necessary adjustments to the positioning of the flowers and the doily to achieve a visually appealing balance. Add a ribbon or thin rope twine by tying it around the vase over the top of the elastic band to hide it, finishing with a small bow.
Note: To change the vase water, undo the bow, lift up the dolly and rubber band with the flowers, set aside, change water, and carefully place the flowers back in. Then push the rubber band back into position, tightening the doily, and tie the ribbon or twine bow back in place.
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