Object Record
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Metadata
Title |
Peach & Green Doily/Potholder |
Object Name |
Doily |
Description |
Doilies were used mostly to protect furniture. They were used like coasters to protect wood tables from heat or water. They were also used on the arms of sofas or chairs to keep the furniture looking new and used for potholders. There are many different stitches that can be used to create doilies, but some of the most common ones are: single crochet, double crochet, popcorn stitch, and pineapple stitch. This doily features a peach and green colored design. |
Provenance |
Sherry Carlson |
Notes |
Doilies were used mostly to protect furniture. They were used like coasters to protect wood tables from heat or water. They were also used on the arms of sofas or chairs to keep the furniture looking new and used for potholders. There are many different stitches that can be used to create doilies, but some of the most common ones are: single crochet, double crochet, popcorn stitch, and pineapple stitch. This doily features a peach and green colored design. |
Collection |
Household |
Caption |
Peach & Green Doily/Potholder |
People |
Sherry Carlson |
Used |
Carlson Family |
Catalog Number |
2024.1.26 |
Year Range from |
1940 |
Year Range to |
1950 |
Date |
Circa 1940s |
Search Terms |
Doily Crochet Craft Sewing Clancy Montana Peach & Green Doily/Potholder |
Subjects |
Doily |