Textile - Doiley, Unknown

Historical information

Doilies are small ornamental mats, as of cotton, embroidery, lace, paper or plastic, often placed under cakes, sandwiches etc, on a plate. They were also used as a protection for ornaments placed on furniture to protect it from scratches.

Physical description

Large white cotton oval shaped doiley, with stitched edging. Applique flower cut outs.It has embroidered leaves.

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