Repurpose Thrifted Vintage Doilies Into A Cute And Cozy Living Room Accent Piece

Doilies have been used as home décor since the Victorian era, often draped over the arm of a sofa or used on a wood table as a coaster for your drinks. These vintage pieces have gone in and out of style a number of times since then and are currently a big part of cottagecore design and the modern prairie design aesthetic. Odds are you have seen a few of these doilies at the thrift store. So, if you're looking for creative ways to repurpose old vintage doilies around the house, crafting a cute and cozy throw pillow cover for your living room is a great way to do it.

This DIY upcycling craft is an excellent way to give your throw pillows an interesting, delicate texture and a vintage look. Having that added texture and visual interest via an accent piece is an important aspect of arranging the best throw pillow combinations. Additionally, this is an easy DIY craft for beginners to tackle. All you need are some thrifted vintage doilies, a needle, and thread, plus any decorations you wish to add.

There are a few ways to make doily throw pillow covers. For crafters who are comfortable using a sewing machine, you can cut and sew loose fabric into a pillow cover, leaving one side open. Then, attach your thrifted doily, stuff the cover with poly fill, and sew up the remaining open seam. For an easier method, take an existing throw pillow or pillow cover and start from there. To attach the doily to an existing throw pillow, use a simple hand stitch, ensuring the color of your thread matches the color of the doily. Alternatively, you can attach the doily using a little fabric glue.

To make your pillows unique, you can try layering different styles of doilies on top of each other. For this technique, don't hesitate to mix fabric types, colors, and shapes to give your pillows even more texture and dimension. Another customization option is to create images with your doilies. For example, you can use small doilies and some yarn to create a bouquet of flowers. Or, use buttons and thread to create a lion's eyes, nose, and mouth in the center of your doily, then the frilly edges serve as the lion's mane. For something simple, try pairing other decorative elements such as buttons and crochet flowers with your doilies for an eclectic pillow look.