The HankyBook Blog

The humble handkerchief is tied into human history, culture, and literature more than you realize. The history of the hankie spans continents, traditions, and human development. From ritual, to fashion, first century to twenty first. Read on to explore the surprising...

What is a handkerchief? Take it away, Collins English Dictionary: A handkerchief is a small square piece of fabric which you use for blowing your nose. Okay, well that wasn't particularly helpful, was it? Here's how I'd define a...

People with runny noses know how many disposable tissues (and sleeves!) they go through. It’s even worse for people like me who suffer from a chronic runny nose.  I'm a big believer in the fact that the humble handkerchief is a much more sustainable alternative...

How many facial tissues have you used this year? The answer will vary depending on whether you have allergies, the season of the year, or other factors. But the answer is probably "A LOT" and the box of disposable facial tissues in your home right now is evidence of...

Being sick blows. And we mean that quite literally.  Not only is the constant sniffling a pain, but all the wiping and blowing can lead to your already delicate nose being rubbed raw. Ugh.  At least we have the softness and absorbency of organic cotton...

If you’ve been wondering how to fold a handkerchief for an oh-so-elegant suit pocket look, you’ve come to the right place. Perhaps you’ve always wanted to try out a fancy handkerchief fold. Or maybe you tried, and the result was something that looks more like you’ve...

Have you been wondering what a good tissue paper substitute would be? The single-use sanitary product may be mainstream, but it's also not particularly great for the environment. Nor is it necessarily more hygienic than a handkerchief. Handkerchiefs are a great...

There are many ways to use the humble handkerchief – from a quick wipe of your brow to catching the, uh, “contents” of your cold. The beauty of hankies is in large part due to how versatile they are - for men and women! How you use them will depend on the current...

The tissue is as commonplace today as the handkerchief was a century ago. But as we become more aware of our impact on the planet, it may be time to wonder: is tissue paper eco-friendly? Are handkerchiefs better for the environment? Today we’re going to take a...

Not too long ago, everyone had a handy-dandy vintage handkerchief, but those old-time hankies don’t need to be antiques off a shelf, there are plenty of ways to give life to a stunning hanky without it having to feel like a fragile hand-me-down from grandma’s grandma…...

If you are here you have surely opted for a greener lifestyle, either that or you are looking for a new DIY project to keep your hands busy. As someone who is interested in sustainable solutions (which is where the idea for HankyBook came from), I am obsessed with...