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August 21, 2015 by Jennifer

101 Handmade Days: DIY Doily Clock

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My Mother in Law doesn’t get rid of anything. She’s got bins and boxes and a BUILDING full of nic-nacs, odd & ends, family heirlooms and other random stuff (aka junk). Occasionally I benefit from her collecting (aka hoarding according to the Hubs). Recently we were looking for something that the Hubs wanted and I stumbled across an entire dresser stuffed with vintage doilies… My brain started spinning with all the crafty possibilities! I snagged a couple of my favorite ones to put to good use! First up, this absolutely fabulous DIY doily clock!

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Don’t worry! My MIL gave me permission to take the doilies ๐Ÿ˜‰ The one that I use in this DIY doily clock was purchased at a thrift store and had no sentimental value. I will get my hands on the “special” ones some day… and I’m going to come up with a worthy project for those. In the mean time, Lets talk about how you can make your own DIY Doily Clock!

Here’s what you need:

9″ Wooden Embroidery Hoop
12″ x 12″ piece of fabric
6″ Doily
Sewing Machine & Thread
Scissors
Glue Gun & Glue
Clock Works
Cardboard (at least a 10″ square)

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Step 1: Sew the doily to the fabric. Follow the edge and sew all the way around, making sure that the doily is even and flat. Then go around a few times on the inner sections, be sure to sew close to the center where the clock works will be.

Step 2: Take the inner ring of the embroider hoop and place it on the cardboard. Trace a circle on both sides of the hoop. I angled my pen slightly to make sure that the cardboard would fit inside AND have enough of an edge to glue. Cut out your cardboard circle, around the outer circle. Then carefully cut slits from the edge of the cardboard to the inner circle. Fold the flaps back to the line.

Step 3: Slide the cardboard circle into the inner embroidery hoop. Pull back a few of the flaps and glue in place. Then find the center of of of the circle. Poke a hole and widen it to fit your clock pieces.

Step 4: Place the fabric and doily on top of the center/cardboard piece and center. Gently slide the outer embroidery hoop over it. Tighten it, and carefully tug on the fabric to tighten and center the doily as needed.

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Step 5: Using the scissors, poke a hole through the centered cardboard hole and into the fabric. Widen enough to just fit the clock works. Trim the corners of the fabric off.

Step 6: Run a 3″ line of hot glue along the edge of the of the folded cardboard, push the fabric into the glue and tuck as necessary. Repeat all the way around to secure the access fabric to the back.

Step 7: Add your clock works! I just ordered one off of amazon, but it didn’t come with instructions :s Fortunately my Father-in-Law is a clock making/fixing genius and he helped me put the pieces together in less than 5 minutes! I’m sure I could have figured it out on my own… but hey! He’s right next door, so why not get his help?!?! ๐Ÿ˜€

DIY Doily Clock - BusyBeingJennifer.com

Now, find the perfect spot and hang your favorite new creation! A pretty DIY doily clock will add a little vintage charm to any room in your home.

DIY Doily Clock - BusyBeingJennifer.com

I couldn’t be happier with the way my DIY Doily Clock turned out! It was exactly what this little wall space needed and I can’t help but stare at it a little ๐Ÿ™‚ Its just so danged pretty!!

Adding a little vintage charm with a DIY Doily Clock is easier than you think!

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Comments

  1. princessmousey says

    August 21, 2015 at 7:06 am

    Wow, Jennifer, this is so lovely! I just adore how dainty & shabby chic it is & it can really fit into an antique room, but really anywhere. Sharing!

    Reply
  2. Christine says

    August 21, 2015 at 10:19 am

    I literally just purchased clock parts from a craft store and have been on the look out for a tutorial.

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      August 21, 2015 at 10:27 am

      Yay!!! I might be just a little addicted to making these… seriously thinking about making a whole wall with difference doilies/clocks!

      Reply
  3. Jessica A says

    August 21, 2015 at 11:04 am

    Super cute, you did a great job!

    Reply
  4. Danielle Greco says

    August 21, 2015 at 11:35 am

    This is adorable! Super creative!!

    Reply
  5. Becki S says

    August 21, 2015 at 12:01 pm

    How creative! Love the doily and love the idea of a personalized clock, good item to add to the holiday list.

    Reply
  6. Patti Tucker says

    August 21, 2015 at 1:32 pm

    I have so many doilies from my grandmother and I have no idea what to do with them. Cute idea!

    Reply
  7. Leah Sannar says

    August 21, 2015 at 2:00 pm

    What a cute idea! I love the old fashioned feel to it. My mother in law would love this!! My mind is swimming with Christmas gift ideas. :o)

    Reply
  8. Crystal Hall says

    August 21, 2015 at 2:25 pm

    Oh my goodness! This is amazing. I love the clock.

    Reply
  9. Stacie says

    August 21, 2015 at 4:33 pm

    Wow, I never knew it was so easy to make a clock. Another great idea Jennifer! Stacie xo

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  10. Happily Ever After Etc. says

    August 22, 2015 at 7:04 pm

    I have loved DIY clocks ever since they were a college project (graphic design major… lots of art projects) but I have never seen a doily clock! I absolutely love how it blends in with the rest of your decor! Super cute!

    Reply
  11. Shanice says

    September 4, 2015 at 3:15 pm

    Awesome post! I would love to invite you to my new link party The Beautifully Creative Inspired. The party launched today and will continue every Fridays at 9AM eastern time on 5 BLOGS! It runs until Wednesday night ๐Ÿ˜€ Hope you can party with us!

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  12. LikeableNut says

    September 5, 2015 at 7:13 am

    This is GREAT! I love pairing up doilies with embroidery hoops. ๐Ÿ™‚ Thank you for swinging by Snickerdoodle Sunday and hope to see your latest makes later today!

    Sarah (Sadie Seasongoods)

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  13. Miss Mandee says

    September 8, 2015 at 7:00 pm

    This turned out so cute! I wanted to let you know that I’m featuring this post tonight at the Create & Share Link Party (7:00 PM MST)! Congratulations!!! Can’t wait to see what you share with us this week. ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  14. Bobbie A Vision to Remember says

    September 8, 2015 at 10:10 pm

    Super Cute! Such a great idea!

    Reply
  15. Linda says

    September 9, 2015 at 2:21 pm

    I love doilies! And projects with doilies!! PINNED. Your friend, Linda @Crafts a la mode

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  16. createwithjoy says

    September 10, 2015 at 5:17 pm

    Love your clock Jennifer! Congrats – you are our Friend Of The Week and In The Spotlight at Friendship Friday at Create With Joy! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  17. creativejewishmom/sara says

    February 28, 2016 at 12:34 pm

    Love it, and how wonderful that the mother in law is a hoarder and so all the stuff is by her! I unfortunately will likely be that kind of mother in law too…….just hope it is all organized and accessible! thanks for sharing on crafton craft schooling Sunday!

    Reply
  18. Kreativk Net says

    March 1, 2016 at 4:43 am

    Hi Jennifer, What a great idea to use the doily as a clock! So cute with the grey background! Love it!

    Reply
  19. Anika says

    March 2, 2016 at 11:35 pm

    What an amazing idea! Love the vintage/rustic feel of it! It goes so well with your Breath art too.

    Reply
  20. The Happy Creations says

    March 8, 2016 at 9:53 am

    Wonderful creation Jennifer,love it!!
    Thanks so much for sharing your creation with Turn It Up Tuesday, voted this as my favorite for this week’s party. Have a great day:)

    Reply
  21. FrugalHausfrau says

    March 9, 2016 at 12:15 am

    Isn’t this sweet! I think this would be so much fun for a little girl’s nursery! Thanks for sharing this with us on Throwback Thursday! Hope to see you next week!

    Mollie

    Reply
  22. Melissa Vera says

    March 11, 2016 at 11:59 am

    Thank you so much for linking this post up on #HomeMattersParty last week. It was picked as one of our feature posts. You can check it out at http://adventuresfrugalmom.com/home-matters-linky-party-77/. While you are there make sure to grab the I was Featured button for your sidebar so you can brag a little. Thanks for linking up and hope to see you link up again.

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  23. Jennifer David says

    January 10, 2019 at 5:45 am

    I love the idea of using an embroidery hoop for this. Going to pin this for my long weekends!

    Reply

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