Making A Hat Called Ellerslie

I'm sure a few readers might know that my family have lived in New Zealand since 1920 so it's a place I'm very familiar with.
I lived in Auckland for quite a few years and have been to the races a few times.
Ellerslie racecourse in Auckland has an elegant driveway planted with palm trees as you walk up to the entrance. I did find a lovely old image of this aspect on the internet so have a look if you're interested.
As this year I am calling my occasion hats after racecourses Ellerslie was definitely on my list of names.
Teal and grey are two of my favourite colours so this combination suits me well.
The crown is blocked from fine straw and the brim from two tone sinamay.
It's quite an elegant hat so I think it would go very well with a dress or suit.
It's now for sale in the shop and as I no longer have a website you can buy directly from you just need to get in touch if you have any questions or would like to purchase 'Ellerslie'

Chrissie

A June Wedding

Well after the earlier non appearance of any sign of spring these last few weeks have sent the flowers, trees and shrubs into overdrive and it's absolutely glorious everywhere.

wonderful news for all the brides and wedding parties over the last few weekends.

However we have had hay fever hell in our house but eventually the times passes and everybody can breath again.

I am now well into my wedding hat making and race day events plus other fabulous parties that happen in the summer months.

There have been some amazing dresses that I have designed a hat for and these are just a few. 

I am blocking and sewing in every colour you can think of at the moment.

The two classic navy hats were a joy to make and I love trilbies it's one of my favourite hats.

Often I also make a bag to match the hat in many shapes and sizes the paisley silky clutch shape is very popular as it has a wrist strap making it really easy keep hold of it while you have a drink.

So if you are still looking for a hat or a bag get in touch and I will do my best to help.

Chrissie x