Thrift Store DIY: Vintage Handkerchief Banner

Vintage printed handkerchiefs are kind of like antique photographs; beautiful to look at and fun to collect, but sort of purposeless in the modern era -- that is, until now.

Thanks to the collective conscious of Pinterest (seriously, get with it), we've scouted the perfect solution for these forgotten fabric swatches . . . hankie banners!

via 100 Layer Cake

Fold several squares in half to form triangles and then knot them together end-to-end for effortless event decor. Tie up a banner or two at your next backyard BBQ or string them along the aisle at a crafty gal's wedding. You could even use the banners for dressing up your windows, or that awkward blank space above your bed frame — instant headboard!

Custom combos can be made using this awesome rubber stamp idea from MichaelAnn Made, via papernstitch. The possibilities are virtually endless.

via MichaelAnn Made/papernstitch

Have you made a hankie banner before? Do you have an idea for a Thrift Store DIY?  We want to know! Send your project (and any pictures) to Ashley at vintagethriftnyc@gmail.com.