Yeah. Ahem.
Our wedding didn't exactly go that direction and more importantly, embroidery is really expensive. Even when I was willing to pay for it, I couldn't find someone local to do it (who would actually give me a quote, but that's another story). So I did the only thing a girl can do ... I cheated.
That's right, my "heirloom" handkerchiefs have faux embroidery. They ended up costing fractions less. My mom actually hemmed and hand-sewed the lace on to each one. I cut out the batiste and ironed on the faux embroidery letters.
I cut (1) 10" square of ivory batiste per handkerchief and you'll also need lace, thread and these cute little faux embroidery patches from Hobby Lobby. Mom turned the hem twice and hand-stitched them. She then hand-stitched the lace on each one. I picked the best corner, centered up the letter and ironed on as instructed on the package. Easy cheesy.
I do have two fully hemmed handkerchiefs left over (without lace) and a few yards of off-white batiste to sell. Email if you are interested! SOLD
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