These paper doilies are a great collage resource that can be decorated with paint or markers, printed and sprayed through to make delicate patterns, used as unusual picture frames or cut, crinkled and folded as flowers. Pack of 250 White Doilies – Each measures 16(dia)cm. FSC.Doilies have so many creative possibilities. White doilies look especially effective when used as lace – try making skirts, dresses or other items of clothing with these doilies for collage or spoon people. Supplied in white, these paper doilies also show colours well when worked on with paint, glitter, markers and pencils. Use the doilies as a stencil template to make snowflakes on the window, dabbing paint over and spraying or stamping interesting patterns on a wall or artwork. Doilies can be crafted into animal or plant shapes, cut into, crinkled and folded for origami craft, especially flowers. Create snowflakes and ‘snow like’ textures for wintery scenes in art and craft projects and decorations. Popular for Christmas crafting; Santa, snowmen, standalone Christmas trees, stars, Christmas tree decorations or add a head for an adorable Christmas angel. Spray with themed colours or simply leave white, cut into triangular shapes and secure to string to make decorative bunting. The doilies can also be used as placemat/table decoration, adding that special touch for a meal (Great for Mother’s Day morning teas), adding to a mount for displaying small works, or used on a bench or table to protect a surface. Working with these doilies provide opportunity for children to explore mathematical concepts too – including dimension, pattern and texture in a hands-on way. What will your class be making with doilies?
Art and Craft catalogue page: 68
