A homemade handkerchief for mother's day

Sew a Homemade Handkerchief for a Mother’s Day Gift

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A homemade handkerchief for mother's day

A Pretty Handkerchief is something very sweet you can make for Mom or Grand Mom. They will cherish it forever. This vintage handkerchief is a timeless gift and will look great anywhere. To make it even more special, sign and date it on the back.

A homemade handkerchief for mother's day

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ANYONE WILL LOVE THIS HANDKERCHIEF MOTHER’S DAY GIFT! HERE IS WHAT WE USED TO MAKE IT:

  • 10″ square of pretty vintage fabric
  • 40″ of trim

Homemade Handkerchief – Step 1

A homemade handkerchief for mother's day

Start by zigzag stitching around the outer edge of the fabric. This will hold the threads in from coming out when the hankie is washed, and it keeps the edges pretty. Then press your hankie nice and flat.

Homemade Handkerchief – Step 2

A homemade handkerchief for mother's day

Now pin the pretty trim around the outer edge of your hankie. Stitch the pretty trim in place using a straight stitch.

Homemade Handkerchief – Step 3

A homemade handkerchief for mother's day

If you want to, you can add an “M” for Mom or her initial on a corner of the hankie, as shown in the photo. Use an evaporating fabric pen, or if you do not have one, draw the letter very lightly with a pencil. Finally use a very small and tight zigzag stitch and sew around the letter.

A homemade handkerchief for mother's day

You know have a beautiful homemade hankie to give to your mom for Mother’s Day!

Happy Sewing and Decorating from Judi

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A homemade handkerchief for mother's day

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