Keeping in control (and appearances)!

I haven't seen this movie, "Shadow on the Wall", but I love the way the women look in the picture! They're chic and groomed and look in control, and they'd better be, as it seems that they have a problem!
I always fell scruffy when I'm tired, and I'm cold too today. I've got a busy day at the day job, a pile of purses to sew, and the Knitting and Stitching show is fast approaching... Luckily, I think I've nearly worked out my display... I'm going for bright and bold colours so I've invested quite substancially in bright felt!

Autumn hats...

Vintage red hat from PranceAndSwagger on etsy

and another perfect party hat from the same shop...

I love the autumn, it is probably my favourite season. The best thing about living in north west London, is that Hampstead Heath is just over 10 minutes by train. Luckily, the trains are working again on saturdays, so I've been able to go for some really nice long strolls, as well as tea and cake at Kenwood House... A perfect breath of fresh air when I need a break from sewing and gluing purses...
Somehow, this always makes feel like wearing a nice hat, and could not resit one from PranceAndSwagger. I could not have taken a nice picture myself, so this picture come from the listing. I was also very tempted by this 1950s sailor hat, perfect with a back dress for a fun party...

Hello again!

The last few months have been really hectic..  In a good way, as my patent designs seem to fly off my shops, but I feel it's been a bit of a bumpy road... I am sorry that I haven't kept up with the blog. I went away for a quick holiday and I'm now back and catching up on orders and preparing for the Knitting and Stitching show this October at Alexandra Palace. I'm also working on new designs, with some fun leather appliques! Hopefully these will turn out nicely!