These hooks are used for fine crochet work such as doilies and lace. He designed his first knitted lace doilies soon after. Silver leafed doilies, reminiscent of grave markers, were placed on the skulls. Doilies figure prominently in the custom of finger bowls, once common in formal, multi-course dinners. Doilies are traditionally used to bind the stems in these arrangements. However, the UK is currently experiencing a decline, prompting a "Save our Doilies" campaign. He is also one half of The Doilies, a musical comedy group, alongside Michael Showalter.