So here is my studio and some production photo's - this is actually quite tidy as I just had a big clean up. I like to have my ribbons within reach and love how they look all together. I have my velvet ribbons in drawers all colour coded (until I mess it all up!) Tissue paper is on the windows to stop the sun getting in my eyes in summer but as it is winter you will note that although it is only 5.30pm in the afternoon already we have lost the light. I have had daylight fluro lights installed and after they came and did the installation I could not stop looking at the palm of my hand as I could not believe the difference it made everything is so much clearer. I have taken a photo from the shop looking into my studio and as you can see I have the perfect position to see and hear customers coming in and am always working at my desk with one eye out for customers. The baby gate is for....my two dogs Ruby (on the left) and Teddy - they often come to work with me. They spend the whole day pretending to be in jail and trying to get someone to release them. I love the size (my blocks are in the back room and a large storage area as well) of my studio and the natural light from two four big windows is unbeatable - no excuse but to create.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Some scenes from my studio...bit messy!
So here is my studio and some production photo's - this is actually quite tidy as I just had a big clean up. I like to have my ribbons within reach and love how they look all together. I have my velvet ribbons in drawers all colour coded (until I mess it all up!) Tissue paper is on the windows to stop the sun getting in my eyes in summer but as it is winter you will note that although it is only 5.30pm in the afternoon already we have lost the light. I have had daylight fluro lights installed and after they came and did the installation I could not stop looking at the palm of my hand as I could not believe the difference it made everything is so much clearer. I have taken a photo from the shop looking into my studio and as you can see I have the perfect position to see and hear customers coming in and am always working at my desk with one eye out for customers. The baby gate is for....my two dogs Ruby (on the left) and Teddy - they often come to work with me. They spend the whole day pretending to be in jail and trying to get someone to release them. I love the size (my blocks are in the back room and a large storage area as well) of my studio and the natural light from two four big windows is unbeatable - no excuse but to create.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Felt Colours for Winter 2
Friday, May 21, 2010
Vintage Felt
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Felt Colours for Winter
Just trying to decide on some colours for my handmade winter hats and love the beautiful quality and colour selections at Kopka - far too many wonderful colours to choose from.
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Count Down to Classes starting on 22nd
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Feather Hairclips and Headbands
Some more new styles ready to go...I love my 'birdwing hairclip' if I must say so myself (!) - I also made one for a customer this week and I think the natural colours are so inspirational.
Winter Headbands using Vintage Veiling
Some new designs from a series that I have been working on using vintage veiling. I am trying to use up some of my massive collection of vintage veiling, available now in my store.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Millinery Classes start soon
M I L L I N E R Y C L A S S E S : M O D E L M I L L I N E R Y
Come and join our friendly team in Julie's large light filled studio in Hawksburn. Learn how to make hats with like minded people !
We guarantee you will enjoy the hand making process and you will be able to expand your knowledge of hand making hats and special trims. Discover the 'how to' if you are a beginner. You will expect to make at least one hat (summer or winter) or perhaps you are a student looking to create a special piece for your folio?
Some of the smaller items and tools that you need will be supplied or available at a small charge. Materials could add $100 to the class cost depending on the requirements for your design. Use any material you like to make a hat Julie will know the best way to put it together.
Commencing Saturday 22nd May
$485.00 for 5 weeks
Please note that places are very limited as one on one attention is provided by Julie and her assistant, please phone to book or email using our contact page. Some spaces available.
Saturdays 11.30am - 3.30pm
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT classes starting on 16th June
5.30pm - 9.30pm
please book early to avoid disappointment 03 9525 2456
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