I never have quite worked out what to call these … is it a mandala, or is it a doily? Apparently, a mandala is a “square within a circle” and a doily is a “decorative mat”. Well, there’s no square within the circle, but it still seems to be the common term.
I was reading Wink’s gorgeous blog the other day, which inspired me to make something a bit more multi-coloured. Whilst this isn’t an exact pattern from Wink, I did read about the way she finishes off each row and sews in the end, before starting the new row in a different spot. Normally, I’m too lazy for such things, but honestly, I think the effect is worth it ~ much neater.
This Doilandala (yes, we’re going with that) is primarily Rowan Cotton Glace, with a small amount of Koigu.
Doilandala was gifted to a lovely lady as a small birthday something.
I rather like the colour combination.
Moo is not amused that Doilandala seems to be taking over the back garden!
That’s lovely, whatever you call it! What’s the finished diameter?
Thanks Felicity! I think it was about 30cm (or maybe a bit bigger) 🙂
Loving your doilandala! And I just LOVE the quizzical expression on Moo’s face ‘what is it Mum and WHY are you moving it round the garden?!’
Thankyou! Yes, Moo does get a little puzzled ~ especially when it’s freezing cold out in the yard… she just can’t seem to understand why we are leaving the warmth and comfort of the sofa!
perfect name!
Thankyou 🙂
In German a doily would be rather delicate, probably white, lacy and with a function (i.e. on a table or to cover an armrest). A mandala is somehow related to art. However, a doilandala is the best designation I have heard in a long time! Congratulations!
Thanks Carina! 😀 Yes, I was originally thinking mandoily but that didn’t sound quite right, haha!
Doilandala is a good name for it I think:)
I love the term doilandala; it’s hilarious 😀 Yours looks truly gorgeous by the way. I love the colours!
xo,
wink
Thankyou so much! And thankyou for such inspiration as always x
Beautiful colour combination! Love it! Your friend was definitely spoilt on her birthday.
I love your doilandala!!! Moo’s expressions are precious!! Hugz Lisa and Boo Bear
Moo is beautiful, and the Doilandala too. 😉