Silk Shrugs

I've made two of these now, and I think they've turned out just precious! I think that they could dress up any half-way fancy outfit into something spectacular. I'm hoping to make it to the fabric store to get more shades of Dupioni silk so I can make these in a range of colors. That will have to wait until I deal with my stolen debit card... but that's another story.

So, here's a few pictures and links to the Etsy listings -

Let me know what you think!

This is the Pink and Taupe listing, and This is the gold!

NxNW Entry

Hello internet world!

For your viewing pleasure today I have a few shots of my hats which I entered in the NxNW Fashion Competition, hosted by the Nordic Heritage Museum in Seattle. My hats will be displayed at the Museum in conjunction with the Nordic Fashion Biennale exhibition this fall, from September 30 to November 13, 2011. I'm thrilled to go with my family when I'm up visiting before Thanksgiving!

There will be two winners, a Judge's Choice and a People's Choice, the later of which will be an online vote open to the public. I'm already asking for your support! I have my fingers crossed that I'm the only Milliner who entered, so my entry will stand out even more.

The two hats together are one entry, as they are a Man and woman's companion hats. I call them The Fisherman and The Huldra. The point was to design a piece that was inspired by Nordic Heritage, with the past influencing the future. My 100-word design statements reads,

"The Fisherman is a dapper men's Wellington top hat made of lambswool and features fish leather and an antique fishing net. It channels traditional materials of the seafaring working man into a modern, sophisticated topper.

The Huldra, its ladies counterpart, is inspired by the Scandinavian folkloric seductress who lives in the woodlands and lures men to their demise with her dazzling beauty. Rich, forest green velvet is adorned with a bird wing, leaves and ribbons, and ends with a tassel, reminiscent of the Huldra’s revealing tail and also inspired by the iconic tassel of the Icelandic National Costume’s tail-cap."

There you have it! Any feedback?

Charlie Bones Inc. Photoshoot!!

I'm thrilled to be able to share some shots from a recent photoshoot with Sweet Carousel Corsetry, shot by the fabulous Charlie Bones Inc.

I was contacted by the model to make a little something to go with her corset for the shoot - and I think that despite never seeing the corset in person it was a great color match! And an adorable tricorn!

Click here to see more shots, and view the item on my Etsy page!

Strawberry Shortcake Pillbox!

I'm up in Washington visiting family and going to my partner's sister's wedding - Lot's of summer fun around here!

In honor of the season, the Burlesque Etsy Team of which I am a member hosted a summer challenge, and I created an adorable Strawberry Shortcake pillbox hat!

I think it turned out really cute! Proper photos to come soon!

Steven Jones Millinery Competition

Vote for me! Ok, so I may be 500 votes away from being in the top 10, but I'd love it if you could vote for my hat in the Steven Jones Vogue UK Millinery Competition - the winner would receive a 2 week internship with the man himself! Swoon!! I've got a few other friends with their hats in the ring, so take a trip over and check out the great creations!

NxNW Fashion Competition

I'm so excited to announce that I'm a finalist for the NxNW Fashion Competition, hosted by the Nordic Heritage Museum in Seattle, WA! Charged to design a garment or accessory, where Nordic past influences the future, I created two beautiful companion hats. Pictures and design concept to come, but please wish me luck as two lucky winners will receive a trip to Iceland, and a pass to an amazing fashion event! Cross your fingers!

Painting by Richard Barham

Blog Feature - Millinery Marvels

I'm honored to have been featured in the craft blog "Elephunk's Trunk", in their Millinery Marvels series. Please click here to read it!