It’s my first time on ebay, I’m trying to buy more vintage hankies. I have enough to make about 6 or 7 scarves, all of them already sold. But I like making them, so I’m on the hunt for more material. There’s a lot to choose from on ebay, but I need hankies with lots of color and I’m looking for big batches at a good price. I’m avoiding the constant bidding, it could be dangerous for an obsessive.
I made a couple of more scarves today, one may be going to the Kentucky Derby.
I found some oddly shaped hankies that work well on the ends. Or, if a square one works in the design I put it on a diagonal because I like the way it hangs.
Jon posted a really nice photo of the first in the sun, it’s a whole other way of seeing them.
These creations are stunning Maria. What a wonderful idea. Jon is so right, your creativity is boundless and almost mystical. I am sure there is a long list already, but if you are keeping one for one of these hankie scarves, I would love to be added.
I’ll keep my eye out for vintage scarves also…I am an avid “junker” and sometimes see them in shops….
What a wonderful vision.
Barbara, if you find some hankies for me to make you a scarf that would guarantee you one. I need about 13 or 14 to make a scarf. You might find them before I do.
I have found great vintage hankies at the flea markets. Just a thought. 🙂
Fabulous, flowy and feminine!
These are absolutely gorgeous! The ONLY thing wrong with them is that they are completely sold out!! Darn it! And I wrote as soon as I saw them too! You cannot fool around or hesitate when Maria puts something up!! 🙂
I hate that Ebay last minute thing too, but I wanted a vintage purse and I kept getting it bid out from under me at the last minute. I googled around and learned about sniping, which uses a service to make your last second bid (you set your max price ahead of time). The one I use is Auction Sniper, but there are others. Good luck on your quest. I like re-inventing stuff, and that’s one (of many) reasons I enjoy reading your blog.
Thanks Ann
Love these, do you take orders and how much do you sell them for?
Lisa, the scarves are $45 + $7 shipping. I’ll be making some more soon and will post them on my blog when they are for sale. Thanks !