Sneak peak of my Autum/Winter Collection

I've been busy putting together an autumn/winter collection for 2010. I've had so much fun designing stuff, finding fantastic fabric and trying out lots of new techniques.

I've been working on two fabric patterns - a baker boy cap and a beret. I think these are the most wearable and classic fabric hat styles and suit most people.

So here's a sneak peak - this is the 'Daisy' baker boy cap. I LOVE this fabric and it's toasty warm ready for the depths of winter. I also love the way the hat flops to the side so stylishly. Check back for the whole range in the next few weeks.



(Apologies for the poor quality photo - it's taken on my phone. I'll get some decent ones soon.)

Pinstripe Baker Boy Hat

Someone at work provided me with some beautiful and incredibly luxurious woolen pinstripe in dark grey and lime green. She asked if I could make her a hat out of it, provided me with a sketch of what she was thinking and handed it over.

I made up a simple baker boy that I've made for myself a couple of times. I worked hard to get the pinstripes lining up and I love the effect that made. The head fitting band was a pain as I did it on the bias, causing it to stretch slightly. This caused the front to ruck up when I put it together, but I steam ironed it until it came back into shape.

Well, here's some pictures: