my vintage love

My long time vintage love is the handkerchief. If you know me, I love hankies. And also if you know me, you have given me a few of your own. Such generous girls they all are too!

My own katie jean story started with a handkerchief. I always thought they were so pretty and vibrant. It was too bad they sat in peoples drawers, especially since they were once probably given as a memento or gift.


I wanted to use the hanky! I started sewing them onto baby onesies to make dresses. This I began to see was difficult to do because it was often hard to find two hankies that coordinated with each other but were also the same size. So I had to rethink my design a bit and came up with the hanky apron. It's a sort of top to be worn with pants or a skirt.

Then I kept using the hanky for so many different projects. I would make pillows, shoe bags, blankets, appliqued shirts, and even decorate my daughters bedroom.

I love seeing what fun others are having with their hanky creations too. So I looked online to see what others were doing with their collections. Such gorgeous work! Such great imaginations and wonderful resources. So, hang on to your grandma's hankies. Or send them to me :)

saturday specials

I will be showing you photos this week of some of my new items that I have made just for the Saturday Handmade Parade.

These are my hanky apron tops.  They are perfect to be worn with a little white skirt or to dress a pair of denim shorts.  These are so satisfying for me to make.  I love going through my hanky stash and matching them up with the tops.  I especially like using the black and white gingham ribbon.  I think it's a perfect foil against the floral hanky.  It cuts down on the sugary sweetness, giving the hanky a fresh look.

time to vote - for me!

Today when you visit Vintage Indie, you will see this banner for the Artist Challenge and a little item made by me. Can you guess which little thing I made? Check out #3 and vote for me!

I made a lingerie bag using a vintage handkerchief. The black border just makes the colored flowers so vibrant and beautiful. It is just perfect to put under you pillow with your nicely folded nightie. Or put it away in your undergarment drawer, a nice feminine touch! This bag has little pink pom pom fringe and simply closes with velcro, covered with a delicate pink vintage button. I think it makes a perfect gift for a new bride, or a special gift just for you!



So, please vote for me #3! If I win, my prize will be a month of free advertising on Vintage Indie. Thanks all!!

more Christmas specials

I still have some special Christmas items left. This little longsleeve onesie dress is made from two vintage handkerchiefs. And would be really sweet for babies first Christmas. This dress fits 3-6 months. It usually sells for $29.00, but I am now offering a special Christmas sale price of $23.00. That's more than 20% off. There are more front/back pictures on my website. Have fun looking!