Tuesday, December 27, 2011

A Simple Doily…

P1010203 …can add just the right feminine touch to a lamp shade. I recently found this handmade doily at an estate sale. It has the sweetest pink crocheted roses all around the edges.


My friend Karen inspired me awhile back to simply drape a doily over a lampshade – it adds such an extra layer of detail.


P1010202In the evening the softness of the light casts a perfect glow that accentuates the beautiful handwork of the graceful little doily.


P1010194 A soft feminine detail to the Home Goods lamp and shade that I found several years ago. I think it is a keeper!

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22 comments:

  1. Sunny Simple LifeDecember 27, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    I just adore that red and white vignette. Darling lamp shade.

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  2. Blondie's JournalDecember 27, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    I think it looks lovely, Becky!

    I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Rest up and enjoy your week!!

    XO,
    Janie

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  3. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥December 27, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    oh i think it is a KEEP also!!! just a fabulous little delicate doily can create MAGIC!!! holiday hugs...

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  4. LisaDecember 27, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    I have stacks of them! I should use them more! What great ideas!
    Hugs, Lisa

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  5. Vintage GalDecember 27, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    I absolutely love this. How lovely. I am going to look through the closet now and find my doilies ;-) Thanks for the inspiration.

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  6. Musings from Kim K.December 27, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Lovely addition to your lampshade. Definitely a keeper. Beautiful vignettes too.

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  7. Kathie TruittDecember 27, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I love, love, love lace doilies!

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  8. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 27, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I love how the doilie adds such a nice softness to the lampshade. Yours are very pretty.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  9. PondsideDecember 27, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    ...and I think it's very pretty too!

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  10. sunnyskiesandsweetteaDecember 27, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    I love your decor! It is so cute! I am going to try and find a Home Goods store.... I don't know if we have those in Orlando.

    Blessings,
    Amy Jo

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  11. ElsieDecember 27, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Becky I love that beautiful embroidery of the angels and I have always loved your lampshade.
    Beautiful doily you found, looks so good on your lampshade.

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  12. Skoots1moMDecember 27, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    LOVE your little red-coated girls with the white muffs ;)

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  13. Carrie @ Cottage CozyDecember 28, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    A small touch can make all the difference....happy new year!

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  14. VeeDecember 28, 2011 at 7:05 AM

    Yes, I really love that look, too, though I am always concerned that the doily will go up in flames. I'm such a worry wart.

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  15. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    What a wonderful idea. Thank you so much for sharing.
    Have a great New Years eve and a fabulous beginning of 2012.

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  16. TheCrankyCrowDecember 28, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    Beautifully soft and romantic touch Becky. Sorry I'm running behind here and missed your last post and the opportunity to wish you a very Merry Christmas. But I absolutely LOVE that photo of your son and the dogs...But oh my heck - you'd never talk my son into donning that suit....Glad your son is such a good sport (and makes a dang fine Santa as well!) Wishing you joy and hope for the new year....Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  17. Julie HarwardDecember 28, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    I just love doilies and this look it gives a lamp. Love the pic of your son in the Santa suit and the dog. Hope you had a wonderful Christmas. Happy New Year! ;D

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  18. Debra RobertsDecember 28, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    hey Ms Becky! I love the doily and the look draped over the lampshade.... and love the red.

    Hugs,
    ~D

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  19. Ivy and ElephantsDecember 29, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    I just found your sweet blog and I am so glad, I feel right at home here. Such a sweet vignette with the lamp. I'd love to have you share it or any post you choose at "What's It Wednesday", we'd be thrilled to have you.Hope you can make it.
    Happy New Year!
    Patti

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  20. black eyed susans kitchenDecember 29, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    Beautiful vignette! I found a great yellow painted crate at a yard sale this summer that has been sitting in wait for a spot in the house...you have once again provided me with inspiration. Happy New Year!
    ♥, Susan

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  21. janice15December 29, 2011 at 12:43 PM

    All very nice things I love them all...Happy New Years, with Love Janice

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  22. Maryjane-The Beehive CottageDecember 31, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    So very pretty Becky! A sweet touch to a already darling room! xox

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