Sunday, November 28, 2010

50s Revisited

50s Revisited
Congratulations to the photography group Lightshed on their fabulous exhibition on show at Vampt Vintage Design amidst all their fabulous furniture .
486 Elizabeth St Surry Hills .
The exhibiton is on until December 5th
All hats photographed were made by Embellish atelier .

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Spring 2010

A few new pictures and a couple of links to keep up to date with Embellish atelier comings and goings in this exciting timeslot for hatlovers , hatmakers . Fashion Parades at the Ruby Lotel were lots of fun and the Champagne flowed as the girls modelled.
Thanky you to beautiful Charlotte, Zoe, and Sarah Jehan who were fabulous models showing off the spring range to perfection .






http://balmain-village-voice.whereilive.com.au/news/story/hats-all-folks/

http://www.dailygloss.com/Home/tabid/40/EntryId/98/Top-it-off-with-a-Hat.aspx













Embellish atelier Students of Millinery and Soft Furnishings have been very busy creating masterpieces to wear to the races and continue to surprise themselves and inspire one another. Thankyou Paula for these great photos .
Embellish had a fun outing and assisted The Redkite www.redkite.com
team to create headpieces for their Melbourne Cup day function .

Lia Edwards lia edwards photography and Lizanne have been busily
creating amazing photographic images so keep your ears and eyes posted for details of their upcoming photography exhibition using lots of Embellish headwear for the shoots. .

and lots of beautiful headpiece being created for the spring carnival .

For Melbourne Cup Day this year I will be supporting one of my favourite Charities .
Professor Chris O'Brien Melbourne Cup Race Day on board the Blue Room http://www.shnci.com/
and a trip to Melbourne for Emirates Day day to help Tess celebrate her end of HSC exams.......... yippeee.
The beautiful Fairwater Garden Party is coming up on Sunday 14th November for the Friends of the Australian Ballet . book online www.australianballet.com.au/fairwater
and the Balmain Art and Craft Show is a must for all your christmas shopping under one location .












Sunday, October 3, 2010

Whispering Brook

If you visiting the Hunter Valley , then dont miss the boutique Vineyard and Olive Grove of Susan and Adam Bell at Whispering Brook. www.whispering-brook.com.
Their new release semillon is not to be missed and lunch on the wide sweeping verandah is a memorable experience.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

September - Spring Hat parades at Ruby Lotel .




Not too late to see you at the Ruby Lotel Victoria Rd , Rozelle tomorrow or next Friday. Parade starts at 1pm . See article in the Western Suburbs Courier featuring the gorgeous Maddie, Zoe, and Charlotte .





Charlotte modelling gorgeous parasisal straw curled quills with vintge flowers and dragonfly trim .





The thorn between the roses.

Not too late to sponsor us for the Blackmores running festival . The kelly family is aiming to raise money for Red kite by participating in the Blackmore’s running festival a cause that is close to our hearts and we would welcome any contribution, great or small, that you could make! Please visit my Fundraising Page: http://www.gofundraise.com.au/KellyC All donations to this site are electronically wired to Redkite and an automatic receipt is emailed to you immediately. Help me make a difference by making a small donation - Every little helps to reach my target of $1000
Thanks Lia, from Lia Edwards photography for this amazing shot which she displayed in her recent photographic exhibition - Embellish wire and lace headpiece with handmade silk flower .



Similar available from Embellish atelier or at David Jones- Elizabeth St or Bourke St, Melbourne






Sydney Community College Classes finished for the term. Did you see Sharon
s' creation on her daughter Chantelle featured in the Sun Herald at Mad about the Hat Day ?She looked gorgeous .
Sharon just completed the Millinery Essentials class and made the hat during the workshop . Several millinery classes coming up in the studio - email for September/October class timetable info@embellish-hats.com.
Testimonials from Term 3 Millinery Essentials 2010 - "Loved this Course. Catherine was fantastic. Will definitely be attending further courses with Catherine "." Didnt miss a class . Our tutor was lovely and attentive and I learned a great deal. I can see why its so popular. " Term 3 "Intro to Making Soft Furnishings " - "I would recommend this course highly . Catherine is very enthusiastic about her craft and passionate. "









Sunday, August 22, 2010




In this edition of Embellish Spring News:

· Ruby Spring Hat Parade

· David Jones Launch

· Red kite and fundraising

· Hat making Workshops

Inspired by a recent trip to France Embellish atelier will launch the latest collection during featured parades at Ruby Hotel, Victoria Rd , Rozelle every Friday in September. Free glass of champagne - $ 10 dollar lunch menu
For bookings - http://www.rubylotel.com.au/, 95551900
68 Victoria Rd Rozelle NSW 2041



A collection of Embellish atelier designs will be available at select David Jones stores in mid- September.

DON’T MISS OUT
September/October Millinery workshops
make a race day hat, and fascinator, and flower making classes

Details on website . www.embellish-hats.com
or Email info@embellish-hats.com for registration and further details
The kelly family is aiming to raise money for Red kite
by participating in the Blackmore’s running festival
we would welcome any contribution, great or small, that you could make!
Please visit my Fundraising Page:
All donations to this site are electronically wired to Redkite and an automatic receipt is emailed to you immediately. Help me make a difference by making a small donation - Every little helps to reach my target of $400.00.Thank you for your support!
Embellish atelier will continue supporting Redkite http://www.redkite.org.au/
The Friends of the Australian Ballet http://www.fab.org.au/
And the Sydney Head and Neck Cancer Research Institute http://www.shnci.org/
At various events throughout the year.



Sunday, August 1, 2010

European Holiday

So much news - life has been hectic , amazing , and great fun .






Paris - a flea market on the left bank where we sat on old iron chairs for sale drinking champagne enjoying the fading light over this amazing view of the Notre Dame.

So much inspiration , every door handle, museum,
shop facade, window display a constant source of inspiration . A milliners dream come true.
-more photos and news to come
about the millinery course with Dillon and Adrian at Chateau Dumas.


Red Kite Girls - at the New South Wales Race horse owners Night of Champions . A very glamorous evening at Rosehill .Sharon Hunt does an amazing job organising this beautiful evening .
Jenni Seton won Best Dressed at the event wearing Moss and Spy with a handmade Embellish atelier patent flower brooch pinned to her lapel. Me- pictured wearing my lace and beaded mini wire tophat. Watch out for details to sponsor us in the walk/run on 19th September . . and raise funds for Redkite http://www.redkite.com.au/


Sarah looking fabulous in her hat made in Millinery Essentials at Sydney Community College Class .Term 2 2010 . Term 3 is already underway -a full class busily making a hat and fascinator . Did you miss out ? Places available at the studio in September ( 9,16,23, September .or 7,8th,9th October for the 3 day intensive Millinery course.

email info@embellish-hats for a registration form and further details.


Elesha made her masterpiece in the 1 day fascinator workshop at the Embellish atelier .

Lindy admiring her headpiece she just completed using sinamay and embellished with a gorgeous pheasant feather to compliment the fabulous murano glass hatpin her friend Michelle presented her from Venice .
0416182486 to make an appointment at the studio

Sunday, May 30, 2010

Embellish atelier Studio Workshops


Work in Progress and some gorgeous finished hats and fascinators from recent
Make Your Own Fascinator Workshop
Make a Raceday Hat Workshop
and Sydney Community College Millinery Essentials Class.
Fantastic Work Ladies.
Book upcoming workshops on info@embellish-hats.com

Collection of Blocked Hats



Sinamay Bases drying in the Embellish courtyard

Fascinating Fascinators






Louise in one of her many accomplishments - a jaunty purlple fedora - awaiting a trim

Snappy Red Hat . Ready for Raceday .