“The octagon coffee table in the middle of the room was covered with a round doily and a vase of fresh flowers in the center.”

“A nosegay of violets can be presented in a paper doily with a decorative bow.”

“Place an empty cup on a saucer covered with a paper doily and accompanied with a teaspoon.”

“I've just finished brewing fresh pots of hazelnut and house blend and arranging pecan-praline bars on doilies for display on the counter.”

“The doilies just don't do it for me and the flowery plates tend to fight with the food, tipping the balance from old-fashioned to dated.”

“Inside, the tiny living room is a riot of figurines and demitasse cups and doilies.”