She Uses Doilies To Decorate A Headboard With Vintage Charm

We spend a great deal of time in our bedrooms, so it's no wonder people are always looking for new ways to make theirs cute and cozy. One TikTok user did just that by dressing up her bed's headboard with a banner made up of vintage doilies. Fortunately, TikToker brin.ck shared this simple project, which entails threading doilies along a string, then draping it against the headboard. It's definitely worth trying out if you adore dreamy English country bedrooms, or have been wanting to add some granny chicness to your space. You could even make one for Grandma, too, while you're at it!

The main items you'll need are a handful of vintage doilies and enough string to suspend them. Measure the width of your headboard to get an idea of approximately how many you need. Note that the lace cloths will be spread out along the board, but you can incorporate spaces between each one if you like. The project is a charming way to display doilies that have special meaning, especially if they're heirlooms. If you've collected doilies from thrift or antique ships, perhaps you just fell in love with their designs. Don't worry if you have too many for this project — you can always transform doilies into stunning wall decor for your bedroom as well.

If needed, begin by hand-washing your vintage doilies in a mixture of water and mild soap. Lay them flat to dry. Next, cut a piece of string long enough to reach across your headboard. Include several inches so the banner will curve attractively, and give excess string for tying off each end. Grab your doilies and decide on their order. For example, you might want the largest or prettiest doily in the center of the banner, or one that has a meaningful story behind it.

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Then, just like the TikToker demonstrated, you can begin threading the doilies onto the string — utilizing their top loops. Make sure to pass the string through openings on opposite ends, which will help keep these ornamental mats hang flat. Finally, suspend the banner across your headboard in a way that appeals to you (you may want to make certain it's high enough up you can sit back and read). You could tie the ends to posts, or attach them to the back of the headboard using an adhesive like Scotch wall-safe tape. Spread the vintage doilies evenly on the string until you're satisfied with the look.

Now that you know the basic steps for creating a DIY banner, you can easily make adjustments and customize it. As commenters on TikTok pointed out, using a DIY fabric stiffener — like diluted craft glue or cornstarch and water — prior to threading doilies on the string guarantees they'll remain flat and display well. You could also use a commercial version like Aleene's fabric stiffener and draping liquid. Would you like to add a pop of color to your headboard? Consider giving the doilies a makeover with food coloring or fabric dye.

If you want to add charm elsewhere, swap out the string for colorful cloth ribbon or jute twine. You could also drape doilies over the support for a different look: Fold them exactly in half over the string. Break out your crafting box to embellish this vintage lace banner even more. Thread beads onto the string between the doilies, or incorporate a few patterned bows. You could also dress up the doilies themselves with buttons, faux pearls, or artificial flowers. Pair the banner with a strand of battery-operated LED fairy lights to make your headboard even more enchanting.