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  Handkerchief - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A handkerchief or hanky is a square of fabric, usually carried in the pocket, for personal hygiene purposes such as wiping one's hands or blowing one's nose, but also used as a decorative accessory in a suit pocket.
Richard II of England is said to have invented the handkerchief.
Use of handkerchief instead of facial tissue paper is often seen as old-fashioned and, especially in North America, unhygienic.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Handkerchief   (753 words)

  
 The Hindu : History of the handkerchief
She showed it to the people in a public garden, where the delicate handkerchief excited the general curiosity of the onlookers.
From Italy, the handkerchief soon crossed the Alps and spread through France where it was found to be a great success with the Lords and Ladies in the court of Henry II.
Louis XVI published a decree ordering the length of handkerchiefs produced in the kingdom would be equal to their width.
www.hindu.com /thehindu/quest/200205/stories/2002051101360300.htm   (209 words)

  
 Mar Jennings: DESIGN DETAILS: The Handkerchief... The Tie Alternative
The traditional handkerchief was originally associated with religion and mainly used by priests.
The handkerchief, known also today as the pocket square, is accessible and available to all.
As we entered the turned of the century, silk, linen and cotton were placed in the breast pocket of a gentleman’s suit jacket and a man would not be considered completely dressed without one.
www.marjennings.com /design/handkerchief.cfm   (900 words)

  
 handkerchief. The Columbia Encyclopedia, Sixth Edition. 2001-05
During the empire a square handkerchief of cotton or silk was carried, especially by women.
The handkerchief was dropped by the praetors as a starting signal in the Roman games and was waved by spectators as a sign of approval.
The handkerchief carried in the left hand of the officiating priest in the early Christian church evolved into a folded band that by the 12th cent.
www.bartleby.com /65/ha/handkerc.html   (248 words)

  
 How to Fold a Handkerchief - eHow.com
There are a number of different handkerchief folds, each for a different effect: square-ended, puffed, triangular and multipointed fold.
Handkerchiefs are also used in magic trickes, or can be offered as birthday tokens, souvenirs of trips abroad and hostess gifts.
For a military person, a handkerchief is to be folded in quarters and worn with the name showing.
www.ehow.com /how_18037_fold-handkerchief.html   (406 words)

  
 handkerchief — FactMonster.com
Handkerchief - Handkerchief “The committee was at a loss to know whom next to throw the handkerchief to...
A handkerchief blessed by the priest and given, in the Tyrol, to a bride,...
Handkerchief and Sword - Handkerchief and Sword With handkerchief in one hand and sword in the other.
www.factmonster.com /ce6/society/A0822617.html   (282 words)

  
 eBay Guides - Handkerchief Quilts
Handkerchiefs have been used in quilts for centuries.
A late 20th c handkerchief of a country floral still life is the focus of this quilt.
The handkerchiefs are layered on a sheet and embroidered in place.
reviews.ebay.com /Handkerchief-Quilts_W0QQugidZ10000000001316118   (590 words)

  
 Silk Road Fabrics - Handkerchief linen
Handkerchief linen is a fine, lightweight linen fabric that is smooth to the touch and delicate.
Handkerchief linen is most often used for blouses, dishtowels and, not surprisingly, handkerchiefs.
Handkerchief linen is the best fabric possible for a hot weather summer bathrobe.
www.srfabrics.com /linens/handkerchief.htm   (74 words)

  
 Handkerchief hems: Nostalgia
The handkerchief hem gave you just such a look, featuring the pointed, soft fabric ends that looked as if small handkerchiefs were attached to the body of a garment.
The handkerchief dress was a dress made entirely out of handkerchiefs, large silk scarves sewn together in an angular, yet fluid style.
Handkerchief hems were popular on dresses and fluid fairy frocks, and tops were even made from the stiffer cotton bandanas for a more casual look.
www.skooldays.com /categories/fashion/fa1428.htm   (244 words)

  
 mens linen handkerchief
This handkerchief has a one inch border hem for a wonderfully tailored finish.
This linen handkerchief tailored for the man makes a thoughtful gift for father of the bride, father of the groom,grandfather, and don't forget about the groom.
This generously sized man's handkerchief is made of 100% linen and measures 15" x 15" and is white in color.
www.lil-inspirations.com /Mens_linen_border_handkerchief.htm   (269 words)

  
 handkerchief
Just before the doors of the tram had closed he quickly pulled a paper handkerchief from his pocket en threw it out the closing doors.
This also distracted the boy in such a way he threw the handkerchief too late and it bounced off the door before landing on the floor.
I found it flattering he saved his last handkerchief for me. But personally I had saved it for the fat woman in the red coat.
www.project-euh.com /handkerchief   (200 words)

  
 5 Minutes With a Rocket Handkerchief by Quentin Reynolds   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
You are treated to a live performance in front of a classroom of children where Quentin brings the kids to a frenzy using this handkerchief routine and the many gags and touches which make it a masterpiece.
The routine is a brisk and upbeat sequence of effects that begins with a stretching handkerchief, a series of knots and culminates with the animation of the Magic Mouse.
The Magic Mouse: The handkerchief is folded into a hat, an iron, an earring, a moustache, and finally into a mouse.
www.murphysmagicsupplies.com /catalog/dvd/html/DVD5MINUT.html   (406 words)

  
 Handkerchiefs : Creative Addiction
Very elegant handkerchief, the fabric is a little heavier than the normal hankercheifs that I sell.
13 x 13 cotton handkerchief with rows and rows of ladder stitching with white on white embroidery.
Lace bordered handkerchief measures 12" square with a 7" square cotton center.
www.creativeaddiction.com /index.php?category=6   (232 words)

  
 Tales of the Fish Patrol:Yellow Handkerchief
It was Yellow Handkerchief, the Chinaman whom we had arrested for illegal shrimp-fishing the year before, and who, at that time, had nearly sunk the Reindeer, as he had nearly sunk it now by violating the rules of navigation.
Yellow Handkerchief had lifted the trap-net at high-water slack, and, taking advantage of the concealment offered by the fog, had boldly been lying by, waiting to lift the net again at low-water slack.
The thought came to me of going toward Yellow Handkerchief's skiff and escaping in it, but at that very moment he returned to the beach, and, as though fearing the very thing I had in mind, he slushed out through the mud to assure himself that the skiff was safe.
london.sonoma.edu /Writings/TalesFishPatrol/yellow_handkerchief.html   (4779 words)

  
 Othello Navigator: Themes: The Handkerchief
Of course we know that Cassio has never had that handkerchief, and that Iago now has it in his pocket, and that Othello should remember that Desdemona tried to bind his head with it, but Othello is so blinded by jealousy that he accepts Iago's lie as the strongest possible evidence.
We know that the handkerchief is precious to Desdemona, but its history is news to her, and she exclaims, "Is't possible?" (3.4.68), to which Othello answers, "'Tis true: there's magic in the web [weave, fabric] of it" (3.4.69).
She has decided that she was a fool to agree to copy the handkerchief, and a fool to accept Cassio's story that he found it in his room.
www.clicknotes.com /othello/Handker.html   (2640 words)

  
 Funmaza.Com (-: Magic Handkerchief   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-13)
Pull a large handkerchief out of your pocket with the long end hanging down.
Flip the other end of the handkerchief up and catch it with the same hand.
When you flip the handkerchief upward and snap it outward, make sure to do the movements smoothly and continuously.
www.funmaza.com /funny_trick7.html   (164 words)

  
 Prayer Handkerchief
even handkerchiefs or aprons were brought from his body to the
The "Handkerchief" has been anointed and prayed over by several believers who care about you and want to help you realize your full potential in Christ Jesus Our Lord.
Some of the prayer warriors who have anointed and prayed over this "Prayer Handkerchief" are listed here.
heart2heartbeat.com /prayer_handkerchief.htm   (429 words)

  
 Handkerchief Sculptures
Drape the handkerchief over your hand so that half of the handkerchief hands on each side of your hand and about three inches of the handkerchief hangs over the front edge of your hand.
Say: Fold the front overhand of the handkerchief under the fingers of your covered hand and hold that overhang in place with your thumb.
Undo your rabbit and tie a knot in the middle of one side of the handkerchief.
www.askapastor.org /hank.html   (664 words)

  
 Handkerchief Videos
A wooden match or toothpick is wrapped in a handkerchief and broken by a volunteer.
This guy makes a handkerchief float in mid air, and then - for the skeptics - he puts it in a glass with a lid on top.
Handkerchief disappears and then reappears in an unexpected area.
www.metacafe.com /tags/handkerchief   (124 words)

  
 Vintage Handkerchief, Lady Handkerchiefs, Hankerchief, Hanky, Hankies
My moms purse always had a Vintage handkerchief and Clorets and I couldn't wait until I was old enough to add those also.
Vintage Handkerchief, Handkerchiefs, Hanky or Hankie all are one and the same thing.
Many hours were spent decorating a plain linen Vintage handkerchief or hankerchief with colorful thread with a crochet stitch or tatting.
www.mildreds-antiques.com /handkerchief.htm   (188 words)

  
 Bridal Handkerchief, Wedding Handkerchief, Bridal Wedding Handkerchief
Bridal hankies and handkerchief for the bride on her wedding day.
This beautiful embroidered bridal handkerchief includes a four page booklet with poem and instructions to convert it to a baby bonnet.
Bridal handkerchief, wedding hankies, bridal hankies, wedding handkerchief, wedding bridal handkerchief for the bride on her wedding day.
www.alfawedding.com /bridalhankies2.htm   (159 words)

  
 Catholic Culture : Liturgical Year : Handkerchief Game (Activity)
A clean handkerchief is tied up in knots so that it takes the shape of a ball and can be thrown easily through the air.
Some people blush helpfully, others look like bad conscience personified, wiggling nervously on the handkerchief they are trying to hide by sitting on it.
And of course, the one who has been discovered hiding the handkerchief has to go out next.
www.catholicculture.org /lit/activities/view.cfm?id=383   (209 words)

  
 Bride Hankie, Bride Handkerchief, Bride Hankie and Handkerchief
Made of 100% cotton, this handkerchief makes the perfect sentimental gift for the bride and her wedding attendants.
Each handkerchief is personalized with a single initial.
Bride handkerchief, wedding hankie, bridal hankie, wedding handkerchief, wedding bride handkerchief for the bride on her wedding day.
www.alfawedding.com /bridalhankies3.htm   (207 words)

  
 Bridal Hankie Wedding Handkerchief
Would also be a beautiful memento for any special occasion, a sentimental holiday gift, and a treasured addition to a fine linens collection.
This handkerchief would be perfect for a wedding hanky on the brides special day!
I did not try to clean this due to the fact that is has it's original label still on it.
patinaspromise.tripod.com /bridehankie.html   (1720 words)

  
 Funology.com -- Abracadabra --Disappearing Coin in Handkerchief
Secretly slip a rubber band over your four fingertips, and keep that hidden with the handkerchief while you’re showing it to the audience.
Underneath, slip your thumb under the rubber band too, and move your thumb away from the rest of your fingers, to stretch the rubber band.
Wave the handkerchief for the audience to see that the coin is "gone", when it is really still in the handkerchief.
www.funology.com /abracadabra/abra056.htm   (147 words)

  
 Handkerchief Bonnet Kit
The Handkerchief Bonnet Kit includes the pattern, 1 yard of 1/8 inch white Silk Satin Ribbon, 2 yards of 1/2 inch white Silk Satin Ribbon and your choice of either the white Linen Handkerchief with Tatting or the white Linen Handkerchief with the plain rolled edge shown above.
Included is a poem explaining the use of the handkerchief as a bonnet as well as a future wedding handkerchief.
The 12 inch size handkerchief is often chosen for a baby bonnet.
www.heirloomsewingforchildren.com /p-handkerchief_bonnet.htm   (351 words)

  
 Handkerchief Sachet
Position the handkerchief underneath the foot of your sewing machine to sew a seam ½" in from the folded edge.
Insert the safety pin through one opening and keep feeding it through the sleeves of the handkerchief (like you do when a drawstring off jogging pants or shorts comes out) until the ends meet again.
When you've threaded both pieces of ribbon through all four sleeves open up the handkerchief so there is a well in the middle and pour in the ½ cup of potpourri.
www.mycraftbook.com /craftidea.asp?craftID=126   (390 words)

  
 Lacis Tools & Materials
Round shape, these have a single spoke hem stitch edge and are ideal for attaching tatted, crocheted or knitted edgings.
A fine quality 10" x 10" linen, hand made, handkerchief with a true hemmed double spoke hemstitch.
Irish linen handkerchief with a four row fancy spoke.
www.lacis.com /catalog/data/n_handkerchiefslinens.html   (348 words)

  
 romancingwizard: The Handkerchief
After a few moments, she felt the handkerchief pull her hand to the other side and begin its ministrations on her other breast.
As she stood, her handkerchief fell to the floor from under her skirts.
I enjoyed this little tale of a naughty handkerchief and a love between two characters that goes its separate ways.
community.livejournal.com /romancingwizard/61639.html   (1738 words)

  
 PRESSER, HANDKERCHIEF - Job Description
Tends machine that fluffs and irons flatwork articles, such as handkerchiefs and napkins: Dumps handkerchiefs from net into door-hopper of fluffer unit to condition for ironing.
Places fluffed handkerchief on pad of machine and presses pedal to clamp edge.
Pulls lever to revolve pad under steam chest to iron handkerchief and rotate second press in position.
www.careerplanner.com /DOT-Job-Descriptions/PRESSER-HANDKERCHIEF.cfm   (141 words)

  
 Handkerchief. Lady handkerchief. battenburg handkerchief.
All the lace handkerchief are made by hand.
Each handkerchief of lace are made by hand.
Handmade lace handkerchief has more character or more classic than machine made handkerchief.
www.battenburglace.com /handkerchief.htm   (91 words)

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