Hankie Heaven

 

 

When I began collecting vintage linens,

I merely focused on linens that were embellished

with beautiful embroidery and crocheted edging.

 

The needlework called to me.

 

 

I really didn't intend to become a collector.

I just picked up pieces here and there

as I would come across them

at thrift stores, estate sales, etc.

Each found treasure would introduce me

to a new pattern or embroidery stitch,

 and I would become intrigued.

 

It didn't take me long to realize

 I was amassing several pieces --

 Alas! I was collecting.

 

 

As I began to read about vintage fabrics and needlecraft,

I was also discovering the beautifully bold

printed tablecloths from the 40's -- 60's.

I'd also see cute little aprons and crocheted potholders.

When I came across them for next to nothing,

I just had to bring them home!

 

That's how all these beautiful hankies came home with me.

How could I pass these up when a local antique store

was selling them cheap?

  They're in excellent condition.

 

 

 

I used the Christmas hankies in my Christmas decor.

 

 The West Virginia State hankie is the only

handkerchief I have searched for online.

 

I wasn't willing to pay the $30.00-$40.00 price tag.

 

Guess which one I found in the little basket from the store!

Yeah!

 

How many hankies do you have to own to be a collector?

Oh, dear . . . . .

 

 

Amy

 

 

I'd love to hear which hankie is your favorite!