Big dreams deserve a big dreamcatcher. Sometimes a small one just does not cut it, and this oversized version is the perfect solution for anyone ready to think on a grander scale.
What You Will Need
- A large embroidery hoop
- Yarn (Lion Brand Hometown USA in Houston Cream was used here)
- A supersized doily (crocheted or sourced from a thrift store)
- Thread
- Tassels and embellishments of your choice (pearls were used here)
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Gather Your Hoop
Start with a large embroidery hoop. Bigger is better here since this is what gives the whole piece its dramatic scale.
Step 2: Separate the Hoop
Take the two pieces of the hoop apart. Only the inner ring is needed for this project, so set the outer piece aside.
Step 3: Wrap the Hoop with Yarn
Wind yarn around the inner hoop to cover it. A macrame wrapping technique works really well for this, and Lune Vintage has a great video tutorial showing exactly how to do it.
Step 4: Add the Doily
This is where the magic happens. You will need a large doily to fill the center of the hoop.
- If you crochet: Make your own oversized doily. The one shown here was crocheted using a base pattern with some improvisation toward the end when the gauge started behaving unpredictably. The yarn used was Lion Brand Hometown USA in Houston Cream.
- If you do not crochet: No worries at all. Thrift stores and antique shops are goldmines for vintage doilies. Pick up a few and stitch them together to cover the interior of the hoop, similar to the approach the team at A Beautiful Mess used in their version.
Step 5: Secure and Embellish
Using thread, tie the outer edges of the doily to the wrapped hoop to hold everything in position. Then comes the really fun part: adding tassels and decorative touches. Pearls were the finishing detail of choice here, but the options are wide open. A quick search will turn up loads of beautiful embellishment ideas to suit any personal style.
And there it is. Now the only question is: what are you dreaming of?