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Growing pains
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My business has outgrown my work space, but not quite ready to build a separate studio. I have now expanded from a small bedroom into the front room and family room. I will admit I am one of those…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bridget Early Feb 19, 2014.

ratio of large hats to small hats
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I am new to selling at events and just spent two days selling at a professional women's event.  I learned that I would have a table at this event just 4 days prior, so I didn't have time to really…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bridget Early Oct 20, 2012.

Do you get overly attached to some of your hats?
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There are times when I think I have an unhealthy attachment to my hats.  I want each and every hat to go to a good home where they will be appreciated.  I didn't realize how important this was to me…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bridget Early Oct 30, 2012.

Never used a block like this before.
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OK, mentors, I recently purchased this hat block and haven't used one of these more rounded blocks before.  Am I going to  have trouble getting the hat off of this block, if so, what tips can you…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Bridget Early Nov 11, 2012.

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Autumn Red Beret

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Nov 22, 2019
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Do you get overly attached to some of your hats?

There are times when I think I have an unhealthy attachment to my hats.  I want each and every hat to go to a good home where they will be appreciated.  I didn't realize how important this was to me until I recently sold one of my free form hats that I had lovingly formed, stiffened and added touches of what I considered beautiful lace.  I sold the hat at an event where several women had commented about how beautiful and unique it was.  Several tried the hat on and found it beautiful, but out…See More
Jan 10, 2019
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"Coachman"

"Great!"
May 28, 2016
Bridget Early's album was featured
May 27, 2016
Bridget Early replied to Elaine Mergard's discussion Millinery Meet-Up 2016
"I am going--very much looking forward to the meet-up!  "
Apr 16, 2016
Bridget Early replied to carena28's discussion Hat first or outfit first?
"I think it depends on what article is to be your feature.  If you want your hat to be the centerpiece.  Who wouldn't? Design the hat first, and then choose or design a dress that will act as the perfect foil for the dress.  For…"
Apr 16, 2016
Bridget Early replied to Jayne Alison Millinery's discussion Blocking Real Mink
"Thank you for the information. Older pieces require a lot of patience and care, but I love the opportunity to examine vintage pieces."
Mar 31, 2016
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Anakin

"Beautiful!"
Mar 25, 2016
Bridget Early replied to Cynthia G Peacock's discussion Hat Wire Question -- washable?
"I am late in responding, but I use plastic millinery wire for all of the washable hats that I make.  Works great, but caution hand washing, rather than throwing in with a washer of jeans. LOL"
Mar 25, 2016
Bridget Early replied to Annette's discussion Confused and frustrated lol
"I am late in responding, but I would encourage you to create a hat that is unique to your style and abilities, rather than trying to copy "what is in vogue."  What is in vogue has already been done. Be you."
Mar 25, 2016
Bridget Early replied to Jayne Alison Millinery's discussion Blocking Real Mink
"Would love to know how this worked out for you."
Mar 25, 2016
Bridget Early replied to ciara sweeney's discussion Buckram for a Cocktail Hat
"Millinery buckram is an open weave cotton fabric that is coated with stiffener. It is generally purchased by the yard, off of a roll.  When it is moist, it can then be stretched and formed on a block.  It is then left to dry, so that it…"
Mar 25, 2016
Bridget Early's photo was featured
Aug 18, 2015

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I Love Hats Because?
They can be the ultimate expression of an individuals personality.
About Me
I am a self taught milliner. When I decided to learn the craft of millinery, I studied vintage designs and shop training manuals from the 1920s. I had been designing clothing for over 30 years, so making hat patterns and designing hats came naturally. It seemed a logical extension of clothing design to complete a look.
I am one of those individuals who has a burning need to create and design. I find that there is nothing more satisfying than bringing my own visions to life. Today, I design and create whatever is driving me at that moment in time. I like to work with a variety of media and each project becomes an adventure to me.
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www.mixedmediabybridget.com
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How Important are your hands and Wrists?

As a milliner, how often do you think of the importance of your hands and wrists?   Of course, we all know that we need strong hands to block, but during your typical daily activities how often do you think, "I better not do that, I could hurt my hands or wrists?"  If you are anything like me, you cut, chop, pull, push, and generally use and abuse your hands, wrists, arms, and yes, even your ribs. all day, every day.  That is until that fateful day.

Who knew a regular daily activity…

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Posted on July 2, 2013 at 2:56am — 4 Comments

Karma Dickerson, WHAS 11 Louisville, wearing one of my derby hats

Karma Dickerson, WHAS 11, interviewing one of the more colorful characters at the Kentucky Derby infield.  Karma needed a hat that was unique, fit her personality, and met all the requirements set forth by the news station. One of those requirements was that her face be visible.  I achieved that by creating a hat that could be worn turned to the side and back. The sheer brim also allowed her face to be seen…

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Posted on May 10, 2013 at 3:30am

Today's Woman hat feature

Check out the April 2013 edition of Today's Woman Kentucky Derby issue for some beautiful hats, including one of mine on page 44. Anyone else in this edition? Speak up, so we know which are yours!

http://www.todayswomannow.com/p/the-magazine.html

Posted on April 4, 2013 at 6:36am — 1 Comment

Poor Milliner's Steamer

As a new milliner, my craft/obsession needs to support itself.  That means that my equipment/supply fund can be a little lean.  I can be found daily digging through drawers, my husband's tool box, kitchen cabinets, flatware drawers, my potting shed, even my grandaughter's toy box looking for something, anything really that can be used to replace actual millinery tools.

Recently, while canning this year's harvest, and pondering the need for a steamer, the jiggling of the pressure…

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Posted on September 27, 2012 at 6:00am — 6 Comments

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Elaine Mergard said…

Welcome to Hat Academy Bridget !

I am glad you are enjoying Millinery so much. Great to see you add the hats to RSS feed. You have an eye for detail.Looking forward to sharing some exciting ways to create flowers from silk and leather all dyed with tonal colours in new lessons.

Feel free to share your hat or headpiece creations, join in or start a hatters discussion. Remember online help is a click away. To begin with Lessons check out our Get Started page. I am looking forward to sharing Millinery techniques, ideas and fashion news with you.

Enjoy ,Elaine

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