Doily Envelopes

Paper doilies make delightful, lacy sleeves for hand-delivered valentines.
Martha Stewart Living, February 2001

Paper doilies make delightful, lacy sleeves for hand-delivered valentines. Fold different kinds of doilies to show off particular elements of their patterns -- a starry mandala, a ring of wheeling snowflakes, a fragile open heart. With the embossed side of the doily face up, fold in the sides, then fold up the bottom. Cut a piece of tinted art paper to fit neatly inside. Write something flattering and true, and seal the envelope with the tap of a glue stick. The contrasting color dramatizes the lace pattern and hints at the tender message within.

 

Reviews (8)

  • hamp23
    18 Jan, 2011

    I found a wonderful choice of doilies(pink, red, white) at the Dollar Tree and $5.00 Deal Store! Who would think!

  • SusanBlossom
    5 Feb, 2009

    If you don't have a cookware store nearby try JoAnns or other craft stores. Some grocery stores even have them.

  • SusanBlossom
    5 Feb, 2009

    If you don't have a cookware shop nearby try the baking section at JoAnn's or other craft stores. Some grocery stores even have them.

  • debbiedeb1234
    4 Feb, 2009

    I can not find such a beautiful lacy variety of doilies as some of the ones shown here can you please tell me where I can locate some. Thank you d

  • AmyLauren86
    30 Jan, 2009

    So adorable!

  • sunny109
    3 Feb, 2008

    I used this idea for a Valentines day Tea invitation. Perfect! Thanks

  • Sisterrose
    1 Feb, 2008

    Perfect for a Valentine Tea invite....thanks for the idea

  • mimi123456
    16 Jan, 2008

    I love this idea. I was trying to think of an invitation to a valentine dinner. This is great.