Although, originating in India & Turkey as, a bright colored handkerchief of silk and cotton, ours’ are made, in America, from jacquard ribbon. In 1775 Martha Washington, commissioned, a well-known artist, to make one for her husband, General Washington. Later, Kelloggs, promoted the bandana, as a collectors piece, in their cereal boxes. Today, Mackenzie continues the tradition by offering the same design, comfort and, versatility in a traditional leash.