I have been witnessing the trend in men’s hat wearing grow over the last few years and as a hat maker I am delighted to see people on the streets of Sydney wearing hats again. It is a global trend and as more men rediscover the benefits  of the weather protection and dress styling that hats [...]

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Over the past few weeks I have been collaborating with a jeweller and an electroplater in the making of a king’s crown. I talk paper patterns and ermine, jewels and velvet. Alice talks sulphides, beating brass and gold baths and we both hope the size will be right. I now know why crowns have fur [...]

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One day a week I skillshare with my students of headwear. They are a vibrant and productive group of 12 who enjoy experimenting with hat forms and the collective learning environment. After 30 years as a Headwear specialist, it is a joy to teach some of my skills to others who share my passion. Every [...]

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