Lace has always lent a touch of class to anything it gets in contact with. Take a lovely favorite and give it a new spin. Old-fashioned lace inspired up-to-date projects that bring a little flounce to your rooms.
A collection of sweet lace handkerchiefs takes on a graphic look stitched together in a curtain. Choose all-white hankies and press the curtain for a crisp effect. For a comfy cottage feel, select pieces that share detailing in a particular color, and skip the ironing.
A vintage crochet tablecloth makes a striking bedspread, especially with a vibrant underlay to show off the texture. Choose accent pillowcases that echo the lace pattern to coordinate the bedding.
Stripe it rich. Dress up inexpensive pillows with lace ribbons and trim, available by the yard at fabric stores. Hand-stitch to pillow fronts or adhere carefully with fabric glue.
You can also turn small pieces of eyelet and lace into eye-catching displays. Frame a piece of lace as art or use as a mat behind photos. A floating mat frame- mat and photo sandwiched between glass with no back board- will show off the lacey quality.
Art papers with lace-like designs add texture to built-in hutches or bookcases. Attach with double-sided for a temporary makeover.
Lace on!