subject: The Varied Uses And Designs Of A Doilie [print this page] A doilie is a very handy party supply that can be used in many different ways. It is made of paper mostly, but can also be made of plastic. The most common use of the doilies would be as placemats. When you want to serve guests and also want to give away the impression of hygiene, cleanliness, style and sophistication, then you can place these doilies beneath the trays you use for serving bakery items. They can also be used like disposable coasters on which beverages like tea or coffee and soft drinks can be served to the guests. They will ensure that the cups, glasses and bottles do not leave their impressions or stains on the surface especially if you are concerned about your tables.
In fact, that is also the reason why a doilie is also used to place porcelain or ceramic items, vases and center pieces on the dining table or side table. When made of plastic or some other reusable material, the doilies can save a lot of effort because they can be simply wiped off with a neat and damp cloth and they are ready for use again. At the same time, they give a clean impression and look better as opposed to serving directly on the table itself. White doilies can look very elegant but you can also go for pink, orange, yellow or raspberry colored ones to add some bright hues to the whole ambience especially when there are lots of people sharing drinks in festive spirit.
Another common use of a doilie is for lining the baskets which are used to serve bread to the guests. When you serve pastries, desserts, cakes, etc. you can place these under the plate as well for additional effect. Easy care crochet doilies are easy to maintain and inexpensive too. They can be ordered in bulk to enhance the look of the table, with intricate lacework of the older times. Some of them have a deco parchment look while some come with floral patterns in many different colors. An impressive and interesting way of using doilies is by cutting them into different designs to suit the occasion. Bright red heart shaped doilies for example, find great use during Valentines Day celebrations or other such events. Vibrant doilies can be shaped in any way and can be beautifully laced or lined for added beauty.
The doilie, whether it is a 4 inch one, a 6 inch piece or a 12 inch piece can be ordered online, with customized messages and personalized images too. Similarly, you can use plain, vibrant colored doilies which can be folded without cracking them and have excellent durability too. These lightweight doilies also come in assorted colors. One of their most interesting uses is as marketing tools which allow you to promote events or build brand awareness. Hence from placemats to tools for marketing campaigns, doilies can be used for almost everything, which is why they are so popular especially in the festive season.
