To make a handkerchief you need :
1. fabric
2. iron
3. scale
4. threaded needle
A) Purchase the fabric. Check the fabric content to see what kind of maintenance it will require in order to stay looking good. For everyday use, you will probably want something that is washable and requires little ironing.
B) Wash and/or dry the fabric according to the manufacturer's instructions (before you make the handkerchief), and press.
C) Using a ruler, measure and mark on your fabric the size handkerchief you want to make, plus two inches (5cm).
- Typically, a man's handkerchief is 12x12 inches (about 30cm) square. A woman's is 8x8 (22cm) square, but since you are making your own, you may make it any size you prefer.
- Using a sharp pair of scissors, cut the square(s).
D) Fold the edge over 1/2 inch (about 12mm) and press.
E) Fold over another 1/2 inch (about 12mm) and press.
F) sew all the corners by using straight stitch. or you can also use sewing machine to sew corners.
G) Iron and fold.
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