Katie Dix
Katie Dix began her journey to becoming a Vintage Hanky Raconteur when she was taught to carry a pretty handkerchief and white gloves when shopping in downtown Nashville in the 1960s. Finishing school in Atlanta impressed upon her that a pretty hanky was a fashion essential.
While raising children in the north of England, she valued a pocket full of soft hankies for drippy little noses. One day she realized her hanky drawer had two distinct stacks—hankies in front for everyday use and tucked in back special keepsakes from the women in her family, dear friends and foreign adventures.
Her interest in the story of vintage handkerchiefs has grown along with her collection. As an active member of History Colorado and a Professional Member of the National Speakers Association, she has studied many tomes on the subject and shares her knowledge regarding the history of the handkerchief with others of similar sensibilities.
Katie Dix began her journey to becoming a Vintage Hanky Raconteur when she was taught to carry a pretty handkerchief and white gloves when shopping in downtown Nashville in the 1960s. Finishing school in Atlanta impressed upon her that a pretty hanky was a fashion essential.
While raising children in the north of England, she valued a pocket full of soft hankies for drippy little noses. One day she realized her hanky drawer had two distinct stacks—hankies in front for everyday use and tucked in back special keepsakes from the women in her family, dear friends and foreign adventures.
Her interest in the story of vintage handkerchiefs has grown along with her collection. As an active member of History Colorado and a Professional Member of the National Speakers Association, she has studied many tomes on the subject and shares her knowledge regarding the history of the handkerchief with others of similar sensibilities.
Dabbers & Blowers: A History of the Handkerchief
Dabbers & Blowers: A History of the Handkerchief gives an entertaining 2,000-year account of the handkerchief with a display of hankies from the past 175 years. Guests are inspired to value and use their family keepsakes. Everyone is invited to bring their favorite hankies to share. Each guest will receive a gift of a new or vintage hanky.
Hanky Doodle Dandy: A History of Children's Handkerchiefs
Hanky Doodle Dandy: A History of Children’s Handkerchiefs takes us back in time for an enchanting journey down memory lane. Children’s handkerchiefs have always had an ulterior motive – we never let kids just blow their noses. Learn how hankies have been used to educate and entertain children through the centuries. Guests are inspired to treasure and use their family keepsakes. Each guest receives a gift of a new or vintage hanky.
Wipe & Wave: 17 Ways to Use Your Handkerchief
Wipe & Wave: 17 Ways to Use Your Handkerchief gives an entertaining account of the history of the handkerchief and includes practicing the Batman Fold, Twins in a Cradle, and the Four-Point Fold for pocket squares. Guests are inspired to appreciate and display their family keepsakes. Everyone is invited to bring favorite hankies to share. Each guest will receive a gift of a new or vintage hanky.
Politics & Patriotism: Persuasion by Handkerchief
Politics & Patriotism: Persuasion by Handkerchief presents an entertaining account of the history of the handkerchief with descriptions and examples of hankies used to choose government officials and influence decisions about public policy. Guests are inspired to appreciate and use their family keepsakes. The program appeals to history buffs as well as hanky enthusiasts. Each guest receives a gift of a new or vintage hanky.
