This lovely vintage doily really was the perfect backdrop to create a rustic farmhouse style dreamcatcher…
I couldn’t be more excited to be teaming up with an amazing group of bloggers to bring you all sorts of inspiration created from some really fun thrifted finds!
Is there any better way to spend a beautiful summer day (or any day really) than aimlessly wandering around thrift stores, antique shops or garage sales jam packed with all sorts of hidden treasures just waiting for you to discover them?
Sometimes these treasures jump right out at you and you instantly feel that need to bring it home with you.
But, more often than not, you’re forced to dig through all sorts of cruddy junk to find that one piece that’s just a little (or a lot) less obvious in its perfection.
Oftentimes it can be hard to see through the dust, dirt and datedness of an old piece.
Even after seeing some incredible transformations floating around Pinterest from some seriously awful starting points, I still struggle with this.
I find it so hard to look past what something looks like today to picture what it really could be with just a bit (or sometimes a lot) of work. Like impossibly hard.
As much as I love aimlessly wandering garage sales, thrift stores and antique shops for hours on end, I don’t seem to ever bring much home with me – either because I can’t see past the grimy, dated mess that it is or because I can’t justify paying an arm and a leg for that gorgeous piece that’s already been fully restored.
So, what did I come home with after an entire day of exploring the best vintage shops in the city a few weeks ago?
Five doilies.
Though I never seem to know what to do with the old treasures filling those thrift store shelves, I saw these pretty doilies and suddenly my head was spinning with ideas!
Friends, I can’t wait to share what I finally settled on…
Farmhouse Style Dreamcatcher
And, it was so simple to make!
I started by tucking one of my lovely doilies (you can buy some new ones here if you don’t come across any vintage ones that you like) into a plain old embroidery hoop. After securing it as tightly as possible to ensure it won’t slip out, I trimmed off the excess that was left sticking out the back.
Next, I started wrapping some lengths of string (similar here) around the bottom of my hoop, creating some simple slip knots to hold each one on.
Then, I unraveled each length of string to create a softer, less perfect look. I chose to cut the ends, creating a V shape across the bottom.
Though I was loving the way this was looking so far, I couldn’t resist adding just a touch of colour by attaching a few green sprigs and a faux flower to the front with a few dabs of hot glue.
And finally, I finished things off by tying a loop of string to the top to hang it with.
I am head over heels in love with this pretty dreamcatcher! I think it looks so sweet hanging on my new farmhouse style memo board!
I really think it brings a really fun, pretty and feminine touch to my new office space! And just in case you’d like to see how the rest of my creative space is coming along…
Now, be sure to check out all of the other fabulous projects created from thrifted finds…
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Wishing you SUCH a lovely day!
2beesinapod says
Kristi – we would never have guessed in a million years that you get stumped in the thrift store! You always have the best creative ideas…like this pretty dreamcatcher! The doilies ares so soft and the one you chose to use looks beautiful on your new memo board. Great idea!
Kristi says
Awwwww, you girls are always the sweetest! Thank you so, so much!!! xo
Bre says
Love how simple and feminine this is! Might be one of my favorite projects 🙂
Kristi says
Awwwww, somehow I knew you’d love this one! 😉 Thanks so much friend!
Samantha says
This turned out beautiful! So creative!!
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much Samantha! I absolutely adore it!
Jessica says
This is the bees knees!! What a brilliant idea. I’m in love with it!!
Kristi says
Awwwww, well thank you Jessica!!!
Jamie | anderson + grant says
You are so creative, Kristi! I’ve never seen a farmhouse style dream catcher before! Love your use of the old doilies.
Kristi says
Thank you Jamie! It’s definitely still got that boho feel, but I love the way it fits into my farmhouse style decor!
MomHomeGuide says
I love your beautiful dreamcatcher — your idea is a wonderful way to showcase a beautiful vintage doily!
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much!!! I’m head over heels in love with it too!
Carol says
The dreamcatcher is absolutely gorgeous! Love it!
Kristi says
Thanks SO much Carol!!! I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out!
Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says
That is THEE prettiest dreamcatcher ever, Kristi!! Love the farmhouse style you added!!! Thanks so much for being a part of this! xo
Kristi says
Awwww, well thank you Kendra!!! And thanks so much for inviting me to join in the fun!!! xo
Andrea Hunter says
This is so charming Kristi! I may have to copy it with one of the many doilies I’ve inherited, currently sitting in a box. Lovely to be in the blog hop with you!
xo
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much Andrea!!! I’m really happy with how it turned out!
KreativK says
Kristi this is so super pretty, love love love it !
Kristi says
Awwwww, well thank you so much Katrin!
Jenny says
Oh Kristi, this project is beautiful!! What a perfect addition to your office!
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much Jenny!
Ambar says
This looks so beautiful! Such a pretty and easy decoration to make 🙂
Ambar
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much Ambar!
Iris Nacole, IrisNacole.com says
How gorgeous Kristi! I have some family doilies that are just packed away and not in use. This would be a great idea for them! Thanks for sharing!
Kristi says
Oh good, so happy you’re feeling inspired Iris! Thank you so much!!!
Leslie Grace (@thedarlingplace) says
This is gorgeous! I love how clean, beautiful, and sweet this looks! I’ve been on the hunt for ways to show off my grandmother’s beautiful doily work…thanks for the idea 🙂
Kristi says
Oh good! I’m so happy you’re feeling inspired Leslie! Thanks so much!!!
Amy | Canary Street Crafts says
I love your creativity, Kristi! I never would have thought to do this with a doily. It’s so pretty and feminine!
Kristi says
Well thank you Amy! I’m really happy with how it turned out!
Sarah @ Making Joy and Pretty Things says
Never would have thought to make a farmhouse dreamcatcher … and it is GORGEOUS! You are so creative!
Kristi says
Awwww, thank you SO much Sarah!!!
Debra Newton says
Love it! It turned out very feminine looking and so sweet – perfect ♥
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much Debra!!!
diy180 says
I love this idea and looks so beautiful then the other dream catchers. Lovely vintage dreamcatcher.
Kristi says
Thanks so much Vanessa!!!
Kati says
Beautiful! I love those doilies, such a great find.
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much Kati! I’m so happy I found such a pretty way to put them to work!
JaneEllen says
Your “dream catcher” is truly a dream, what an awesome makeover. I saw this and had to zoom in on it in a hurry, can hardly wait to dig thru my doilies to pick which will use for this, gorgeous and genius.
Oh boy I get to use some of my doilies I bought in KY at shows and shops. I soon learned where to get specific items, didn’t have to go too far to do it. Bowling Green, KY and surrounding areas is mecca for vintage/ antique goodies, boy do I miss all my favorite places there. Have been here in CO since 2004 but have yet to find what I love as I did there.
Your extra touches with greenery and flowers really made this pop.
Now if you’ll excuse me have to go digging in doily stash. You should get gold star for this.
Happy week
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much JaneEllen! You are always so darn sweet! Thrilled to hear that you’re feeling inspired!!!
handmade by amalia says
I want to give it a try, just the sort of thing I like.
Amalia
xo
Kristi says
Oh good! So happy you love it enough to make one of your own Amalia! Thanks so much!
angie the freckled rose says
You have been featured on this weeks Dishing It & Digging It link party! Love this post and congratulations 🙂
Kristi says
Oh how exciting! Thank you so, so much Angie!
lollyjane says
LOVE and pinned! So gorgeous!
Kristi says
Thank you so, so much!!!
Chelsea @ The Johnsons Plus Dog says
Hi There! Just wanted to pop you a quick note and let you know that this DIY was featured today on my blog for my DIY Handmade Christmas Gift Guide! I’d love for you to come take a look. Have a great day!!
http://www.thejohnsonsplusdog.com/2016/11/08/diy-handmade-christmas-gift-guide-giveaway/
Kristi says
Awwww, well thank you so, so much Chelsea!!!