What can you use handkerchiefs for?

Although handkerchiefs are great for dealing with runny noses, there are many other ways these useful accessories can come in handy. Wipe that sweaty brow on a warm day, remove makeup in a pinch, or mop up that Earl Grey spill. Are you tearing up at your cousin’s wedding? Soft cotton handkerchiefs are great for dabbing your eyes. Colorful handkerchiefs tied around the strap of your handbag can even make a unique fashion statement, and larger linen handkerchiefs can act as a jaunty scarf to shield the back of your neck from the sun’s rays if you forget your sunscreen.

Can you personalize a handkerchief?

The shops on Etsy have an array of personalized handkerchiefs that combine classic elegance with heartfelt sentiment. These beautifully embroidered handkerchiefs can add a touch of class and charm to your ensemble or make a wonderful gift for a loved one. Choose from various designs, including custom text handkerchiefs that let you share a thoughtful message and monogrammed handkerchiefs that beautifully showcase your or a loved one's initials.

Can you reuse a handkerchief?

Handkerchiefs are reusable—simply throw them in with your next laundry load. When properly cared for, you can use your trusted handkerchief for years. Best of all, when compared to single-use tissues, handkerchiefs can eliminate waste when reused. The sellers on Etsy even carry beautiful vintage handkerchiefs with charming decorative embellishments such as florals, scalloped edges, and delicate embroidery. A vintage handkerchief brings new life to a piece from the past, making it just as useful today as it once was.

How do you fold a handkerchief?

Just as there are many uses for handkerchiefs, there are myriad ways to fold them. Each type of fold depends on how you’ll be using your handkerchief. Here are some common folding styles: For a runny nose: When cold and flu season or springtime allergies strike, keeping things sanitary is the goal. To fold a used hanky, fold all four corners into the middle. Next, fold the entire handkerchief in half, then one more time in half again. If you have a particularly large handkerchief , fold it again. Keep it in your pocket or handbag until you can run it through the wash. As a classic pocket square: Place the handkerchief or pocket square flat on an even surface such as a table. Fold it in half diagonally, forming a triangle. Take one corner, and fold it along the base, just past halfway. Now do the same with the opposite corner, overlapping it with your previous fold. Your handkerchief should now look like an open envelope. Stick it in your jacket pocket with the pointy corner up. As a stylish pocket accessory: For a more striking look, place your decorative handkerchief on a table, grab it in the center, and lift it off the surface. With your other hand, pinch the hanging handkerchief in the middle. Fold the tip up a little past half, and voila! You have a nice puff to decorate your pocket.

Handkerchiefs

(43,120 Results)

12 Handkerchief women's new vintage style Floral handkerchiefs; 1 dozen different handkerchiefs- new designs!

(3,445)

$16.75

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping

Bestseller
Lovely white handkerchiefs with embroidery and lace on one corner; cotton; colors of flowers will vary; set of 5

(3,445)

$10.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping

Bestseller
Set of Muslin Handkerchiefs, Organic Cotton Hankie, Soft Double Gauze Handkerchief, Eco Friendly Tissues, Zero Waste / Reusable / Handmade

(478)

Star Seller

Sale Price $12.00
Original Price $12.90 (7% off)

From shop LillyMayDesign
Organic Handkerchief Soft White Hankies 100% Cotton Flannel EDC Hanks Mens Hankerchief Ladies Kids Eco Friendly Reusable Washable Tissues

(7,143)

Star Seller

$14.99

From shop moocowmomma

Bestseller
Plaid handkerchiefs assortment; set of 10; different colors, different plaids

(3,445)

$13.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping

Bestseller
50 pieces lovely white handkerchiefs with embroidery and lace on one corner; cotton; soft colors; assorted colors and designs

(3,445)

$70.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping

Only 3 left — order soon
5 Men's Handkerchiefs, Free Monogram, Father's Day, second anniversary, Men's Birthday, monogram handkerchief,

(2,006)

Star Seller

$35.00

From shop ThreadworksGifts

FREE shipping

Bestseller
Custom Embroidered Handkerchief with Logo or Design | Threads & Honey

(537)

Star Seller

$29.99

From shop ThreadsandHoney
Etsy’s Pick
Lovely pastel colored handkerchiefs with embroidery and lace on one corner; cotton; soft colors; set of 5

(3,445)

$10.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping

Bestseller
Organic Cotton Handkerchief, Eco-Friendly Gift for Him, Reusable, Zero-Waste, Made in USA

(772)

$28.00

From shop oteKLOTH

FREE shipping

Etsy’s Pick
Zero Waste handkerchiefs | Eco friendly Hankies | White Reusable Cotton Tissues | Optional Dispenser Box

(1,313)

Star Seller

$25.18

From shop lagirafecouture

Bestseller
Gift boxed cotton handkerchiefs with embroidered flowers and lace corner; 6 per box

(3,445)

$13.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping

Bestseller
Handkerchief lot of 50 Vintage style Floral handkerchiefs; handkerchief women's floral cotton

(3,445)

$58.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping

Only 3 left — order soon
Wedding Handkerchief, Lace Handkerchief, Lace Hankie, Custom Handkerchief, Embroidered Handkerchief, Bridal Handkerchief, Gifts for Mom

(2,732)

Star Seller

Sale Price $14.90
Original Price $37.25 (60% off)

From shop EmblifeDesign
Set of 6 new vintage style Floral handkerchiefs! Every assortment is different!

(3,445)

$10.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping

Bestseller
Custom Handkerchief, Embroidered Wedding Handkerchief, Sentimental Wedding Gift with Custom Message, Wedding Day, Custom Saying, Wording

(9,226)

$15.99

From shop OneFancyDay

Bestseller
White cotton personalised handkerchief, Embroidered handkerchief, Custom hanky, Cotton handkerchiefs, Memorable handkerchief

(2,325)

Star Seller

$6.50

From shop Pot10Crafts

Bestseller
Custom Handkerchief, Embroidered Wedding Handkerchiefs, Personalized Wedding Hanky with Custom Text, Wedding Keepsake, Wedding Mementos Gift

(1,267)

Star Seller

$9.00

From shop SEWandGLOWstudio

Bestseller
unique Gifts for MOM - set of 5 - cotton handkerchiefs - assorted handmade hankies - zero waste - washable and reusable

(936)

Star Seller

$29.95

From shop HouseofMayil

FREE shipping
Liberty Handkerchiefs <SET of 2>, Liberty Fabric Hankies

(7,230)

Star Seller

$23.00

From shop littleflowerfabric

Bestseller
Roses! Cotton handkerchiefs on roses fabrics; beautiful hankies or napkins

(3,445)

$16.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping
Something Blue Gift for Bride/Wedding Monogram/Bridal handkerchief/Personalized hanky/Wedding favors gifts/Gift For happy tears/Embroidered

(3,824)

Star Seller

$26.00

From shop EmbroideredQuality
Etsy’s Pick
100% Cotton Handkerchiefs

(120)

$30.00

From shop TheHomeFarmShop
Custom Embroidered Handkerchiefs, Personalized Linen Embroidered Handkerchief, Wild Flower Handkerchief, Hand Embroidery, Wedding Gift

(1,314)

Star Seller

Sale Price $12.75
Original Price $17.00 (25% off)

From shop LanahomeCraft
Set of 6 embroidered pastel colored handkerchiefs; 14" size

(3,445)

$13.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping
Men's cotton handkerchiefs, dozen men's light colored tan, gray, blue with stripes

(3,445)

$16.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping
Hand Written Embroidered Handkerchief Embroidered in Your Hand Writing

(1,370)

Star Seller

$25.00

From shop KeepsakeHankies
Ladies' white handkerchiefs with embroidery and lace; great variety

(3,445)

$4.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping
Ivory cotton handkerchief, Embroidered handkerchief, Personalised handkerchief, Custom hanky, Memorable handkerchief

(2,325)

Star Seller

$6.50

From shop Pot10Crafts

Bestseller
Organic handkerchief. Zero waste tissues. 4 hankies set + storage bag. Organic cotton flannel handkerchiefs. Reusable tissues.

(564)

Star Seller

$19.08

From shop FloraEtLin
Etsy’s Pick
Printed Japanese Handkerchief, 30 Designs / Patterns, 100% Cotton, Imabari, Made in Japan, Mini Towel / Napkin

(112)

Star Seller

$13.68

From shop ishesshop
Pocket size small handkerchief set cotton lino print wildlife insect bee moth butterfly ladybird print hankie eco friendly wedding square

(5)

Sale Price $19.43
Original Price $25.92 (25% off)

From shop TheLivingArtistShop
Premium PIMA COTTON Hankies Handkerchief Handkerchieves Reusable Tissues for Women, Classic White, Rolled Hems Soft Set of 4 Reusable eco

(1,355)

$15.50

From shop masterPEACEmarket

Only 3 left — order soon
Organic handkerchief. Zero waste tissues. 4 cotton hankies set. Organic cotton flannel handkerchiefs. Cute reusable fabrics. Hankerchief men

(564)

Star Seller

$19.08

From shop FloraEtLin
10 Ladies Handkerchief Polka Dot Hankies Mother's Day Gift Soft Womens Reusable Tissues Washable Tissues Pocket Tissues Eco Friendly

(7,143)

Star Seller

$18.99

From shop moocowmomma
Beautiful Floral Handkerchiefs,Linen Embroidered Handkerchief,Hand Embroidered,Wild Flower Handkerchief,Linen Handkerchief,Personalized Gift

(983)

Sale Price $11.24
Original Price $12.49 (10% off)

From shop EmbroideryGiftsVN
I'm here for you and I love you organic cotton illustrated handkerchief - : long distance relationship, wife, father, reusable hanky

(3,690)

$14.29

From shop MsSpanner
Etsy’s Pick
SCROLL II font Embroidered Monogrammed Handkerchief, Personalized Custom Handkerchief

(3,050)

Sale Price $19.80
Original Price $22.00 (10% off)

From shop DonovanDesignLinens
Vintage Hankies, Women's Handkerchiefs - Lot of 4 #2164

(965)

Star Seller

$17.00

From shop 2SistersTreasuresToo
Personalized Gift Handkerchief - Embroidered Monogrammed Handkerchief - Gift for Bridesmaids, Weddings, Birthdays, Mothers Day

(711)

Star Seller

$16.00

From shop 1FunnyLadyCreations
Black cotton personalised handkerchief, Embroidered handkerchief, Custom hanky, Cotton handkerchief, Memorable handkerchief

(2,325)

Star Seller

$6.50

From shop Pot10Crafts

Bestseller
Vintage State Souvenir Cotton Hankies c.1950's - Vintage Linens - Grandmillennial Handkerchief - Florida Kansas Missouri Louisiana Texas

(879)

Star Seller

$40.00

From shop LolaJayCollection

FREE shipping
Pastel Organic Handkerchief Gift Set Ladies 100 Cotton Flannel Soft Washable Tissues Eco Friendly Zero Waste Womens Hankerchief Mothers Day

(7,143)

Star Seller

$17.99

From shop moocowmomma
Large ladies handkerchiefs with birds, strawberries and tiny flowers; 3 colors in each set; pink, blue, green; 17" square

(3,445)

$8.00

From shop Akuarose

FREE shipping
Mens Handkerchief Set of 3, Grey Monogram Handkerchiefs, 100% Cotton, Hankies Gift for Grandpa, Gifts for Him, Personalized Handkerchief

(3,588)

Star Seller

Sale Price $30.00
Original Price $40.00 (25% off)

From shop CFMonogram
Personalized Handkerchiefs,Linen Embroidered Handkerchief,Wild Flower Handkerchief,Hand Embroidered,Linen Handkerchief,Lavender handkerchief

(1,314)

Star Seller

Sale Price $12.75
Original Price $17.00 (25% off)

From shop LanahomeCraft
Memorial Handkerchief Bereavement Gift for Loss of a Loved One, Memorial Handkerchief Sympathy Gift with Tennyson Quote, Funeral Keepsake

(18,970)

Star Seller

$15.99

From shop ThePolkaDottedBee

FREE shipping
Set of 10 Large Handkerchiefs, Organic Cotton Mix Hankies, Soft Double Gauze Muslin Tissues, Eco Friendly / Zero Waste / Reusable

(478)

Star Seller

Sale Price $17.34
Original Price $18.65 (7% off)

From shop LillyMayDesign

There's so much more for you to discover

Shop by interest

Handkerchiefs

Review spotlight

Here is a selection of four-star and five-star reviews from customers who were delighted with the products they found in this category.

Handkerchiefs

12 Handkerchief women's new vintage style Floral handkerchiefs; 1 dozen different handkerchiefs- new designs!

Lovely white handkerchiefs with embroidery and lace on one corner; cotton; colors of flowers will vary; set of 5

Set of Muslin Handkerchiefs, Organic Cotton Hankie, Soft Double Gauze Handkerchief, Eco Friendly Tissues, Zero Waste / Reusable / Handmade

Organic Handkerchief Soft White Hankies 100% Cotton Flannel EDC Hanks Mens Hankerchief Ladies Kids Eco Friendly Reusable Washable Tissues

Plaid handkerchiefs assortment; set of 10; different colors, different plaids

50 pieces lovely white handkerchiefs with embroidery and lace on one corner; cotton; soft colors; assorted colors and designs

5 Men's Handkerchiefs, Free Monogram, Father's Day, second anniversary, Men's Birthday, monogram handkerchief,

Custom Embroidered Handkerchief with Logo or Design | Threads & Honey

Lovely pastel colored handkerchiefs with embroidery and lace on one corner; cotton; soft colors; set of 5

Organic Cotton Handkerchief, Eco-Friendly Gift for Him, Reusable, Zero-Waste, Made in USA

Zero Waste handkerchiefs | Eco friendly Hankies | White Reusable Cotton Tissues | Optional Dispenser Box

Gift boxed cotton handkerchiefs with embroidered flowers and lace corner; 6 per box

Handkerchief lot of 50 Vintage style Floral handkerchiefs; handkerchief women's floral cotton

Wedding Handkerchief, Lace Handkerchief, Lace Hankie, Custom Handkerchief, Embroidered Handkerchief, Bridal Handkerchief, Gifts for Mom

Set of 6 new vintage style Floral handkerchiefs! Every assortment is different!

Custom Handkerchief, Embroidered Wedding Handkerchief, Sentimental Wedding Gift with Custom Message, Wedding Day, Custom Saying, Wording

White cotton personalised handkerchief, Embroidered handkerchief, Custom hanky, Cotton handkerchiefs, Memorable handkerchief

Custom Handkerchief, Embroidered Wedding Handkerchiefs, Personalized Wedding Hanky with Custom Text, Wedding Keepsake, Wedding Mementos Gift

unique Gifts for MOM - set of 5 - cotton handkerchiefs - assorted handmade hankies - zero waste - washable and reusable

Liberty Handkerchiefs <SET of 2>, Liberty Fabric Hankies

Roses! Cotton handkerchiefs on roses fabrics; beautiful hankies or napkins

Something Blue Gift for Bride/Wedding Monogram/Bridal handkerchief/Personalized hanky/Wedding favors gifts/Gift For happy tears/Embroidered

100% Cotton Handkerchiefs

Custom Embroidered Handkerchiefs, Personalized Linen Embroidered Handkerchief, Wild Flower Handkerchief, Hand Embroidery, Wedding Gift

Set of 6 embroidered pastel colored handkerchiefs; 14" size

Men's cotton handkerchiefs, dozen men's light colored tan, gray, blue with stripes

Hand Written Embroidered Handkerchief Embroidered in Your Hand Writing

Ladies' white handkerchiefs with embroidery and lace; great variety

Ivory cotton handkerchief, Embroidered handkerchief, Personalised handkerchief, Custom hanky, Memorable handkerchief

Organic handkerchief. Zero waste tissues. 4 hankies set + storage bag. Organic cotton flannel handkerchiefs. Reusable tissues.

Printed Japanese Handkerchief, 30 Designs / Patterns, 100% Cotton, Imabari, Made in Japan, Mini Towel / Napkin

Pocket size small handkerchief set cotton lino print wildlife insect bee moth butterfly ladybird print hankie eco friendly wedding square

Premium PIMA COTTON Hankies Handkerchief Handkerchieves Reusable Tissues for Women, Classic White, Rolled Hems Soft Set of 4 Reusable eco

Organic handkerchief. Zero waste tissues. 4 cotton hankies set. Organic cotton flannel handkerchiefs. Cute reusable fabrics. Hankerchief men

10 Ladies Handkerchief Polka Dot Hankies Mother's Day Gift Soft Womens Reusable Tissues Washable Tissues Pocket Tissues Eco Friendly

Beautiful Floral Handkerchiefs,Linen Embroidered Handkerchief,Hand Embroidered,Wild Flower Handkerchief,Linen Handkerchief,Personalized Gift

I'm here for you and I love you organic cotton illustrated handkerchief - : long distance relationship, wife, father, reusable hanky

SCROLL II font Embroidered Monogrammed Handkerchief, Personalized Custom Handkerchief

Vintage Hankies, Women's Handkerchiefs - Lot of 4 #2164

Personalized Gift Handkerchief - Embroidered Monogrammed Handkerchief - Gift for Bridesmaids, Weddings, Birthdays, Mothers Day

Black cotton personalised handkerchief, Embroidered handkerchief, Custom hanky, Cotton handkerchief, Memorable handkerchief

Vintage State Souvenir Cotton Hankies c.1950's - Vintage Linens - Grandmillennial Handkerchief - Florida Kansas Missouri Louisiana Texas

Pastel Organic Handkerchief Gift Set Ladies 100 Cotton Flannel Soft Washable Tissues Eco Friendly Zero Waste Womens Hankerchief Mothers Day

Large ladies handkerchiefs with birds, strawberries and tiny flowers; 3 colors in each set; pink, blue, green; 17" square

Mens Handkerchief Set of 3, Grey Monogram Handkerchiefs, 100% Cotton, Hankies Gift for Grandpa, Gifts for Him, Personalized Handkerchief

Personalized Handkerchiefs,Linen Embroidered Handkerchief,Wild Flower Handkerchief,Hand Embroidered,Linen Handkerchief,Lavender handkerchief

Memorial Handkerchief Bereavement Gift for Loss of a Loved One, Memorial Handkerchief Sympathy Gift with Tennyson Quote, Funeral Keepsake

Set of 10 Large Handkerchiefs, Organic Cotton Mix Hankies, Soft Double Gauze Muslin Tissues, Eco Friendly / Zero Waste / Reusable

There's so much more for you to discover

Shop by interest

Related to Handkerchiefs