Back To Start A New Season

Hello 

I'm back from a weeks holiday in Wales where we had a week of lovely weather ! 

As this August has been most unpredictable it was a really lovely surprise I can tell you.

Just before I went away I made my friend Karen a blocked beret in royal blue sinamy with a tutti frutti band of raffia wrapped around the hat, wired navy petersham ribbon and a selection of vibrant beads as a trim complemented her shoes and finished off her vibrant splash of colour. It went really well with her royal blue dress. 

Even Dad approved which I believe was a real compliment so I think I got it right !

I've also used up the final pieces of my beautiful caramel french ticking. This time I've made a shoulder bag wallet and little hand pouch.

Also attention all fabric fans. I will be demonstrating some fabric manipulation at 1.00pm at The Salvedge Fair in Barrowford on Sat 23rd Sept. 

https://www.selvedge.org/products/23-september-pendle

It will be a very inspiring event with embroidery and many other traditional crafts to view and purchase. Plus a pop up shop of various art and crafts and the cafe and garden at the centre are a lovely place to sit and relax.

I think I will be upstairs so come and say hello.

Right I'm off to continue with more autumnal pieces in felt and tweed ready for the cooler months.

Chrissie x

Happy Birthday Hat Therapy

So there we go, I've officially been open 10 years and to prove it I thew an open house celebration on Saturday.

Lots of lovely things were made to fill the shop with a variety of hats and accessories, I even made my very own cardboard chandeliers twined with ivy and lights for both windows.

Lots of clients and friends popped in throughout the day and we celebrated with drinks and lovely food. It was great to see so many people all in a Christmas mood and ready to celebrate.

Presents were purchased and lots of hats found new homes.

So Monday morning I needed a quick trip to buy some new fabrics to keep me going till Christmas, however I was really tired, and hopped on the wrong train on the way back home.

All was not lost as I got the little rural bus back home with scenic views all the way. Silver lining !

The lovely mug was a birthday present from a friend and sums up my week perfectly.