Couture Millinery, hand made for you
Today on the blog I’m showing you the shots of this striking bridal design. As we all know brides have been wearing veils for centuries; but in recent years we have seen ladies more confident in pushing the boundaries of fashion and this is included on their wedding day too. I wanted to use …
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A few months ago the very talented artist, Hayley Abbott contacted me & asked if she could sketch some of my designs! I couldn’t believe it….I was totally flattered & immediately said yes! What an accolade to think that someone like the photos of my designs that much that she wanted to sketch them?! Anyway, …
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Some people believe that Peacock feather’s are unlucky; but then some people don’t believe in fairies! Today I’m showing you all of the photo’s that we took of this design……my gorgeous Peacock Feathered Fascinator. I had some lovely peacock feathers in the studio, I really liked the delicacy of them & how light they …
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Let’s be honest, is there anyone out there that hasn’t been effected one way or another by Breast Cancer? We all know someone that has been diagnosed with the horrendous disease; and sadly I’m sure we all know someone who has passed away from it too. October is the official Breast Cancer Awareness Month, being …
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A few months ago I was lucky enough to have the amazing Saffron Sprackling from Republica come to visit me in my studio. Saffron & I had chatted on the phone before she came in, so I had a rough idea of what she wanted. As you are all aware red & black are her …
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So it’s probably not a massive secret that whilst I have been running my website and business for some time, I have always been doing this part time and fitting it in with my full time day job. This has lead to a challenging year, as I have been putting in 40+ hours per week …
A few months ago I had an email from a lady who was organising a themed party. The theme was a ship wrecked treasure island! And so she asked me to make 6 fascinators. I was given free rein to do what ever I wanted and the brief was simple: “fun, practical, each unique and …
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Ok, so a few weeks ago I saw a headline: Thrifty bride KNITS her own dress from the Daily Mail and I thought….Oh dear me! No!!! However, a bit like when Amanda Holden has famously admitted that she felt ashamed for pre-judging Susan Boyle and has eaten her words since. I am most definitely eating …
Hello all So I have some very exciting news, for me and also for you!!! I have been asked to design and make a fascinator for Jo Pickard whilst she presents live from The Park Live stage in the heart of the Olympic Park on Saturday. . The Park Live stage is presented by British Airways …
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The most common question I get asked is: “how do I wear a fascinator?” Well I’m about to tell you. Traditionally a fascinator is worn on the right hand side of your head. This tradition came about because when a lady was out courting with her beau, he would stand on her left, protecting her from the …