Introducing Elsie
Sometimes the new hat design muse dances into my studio, completely uninterested in how busy I am. I try, very diplomatically, I think, to shoo her out the door, explaining that the Christmas season is really not the best time to explore new hat possibilities. Might she come back in February when I am caught up on orders? Between you and me, she was really pushy and there was nothing to be done, but let her in.
I naively thought that after designing my new boiled wool Charlotte hat, she might take her leave, but no, she over stayed her welcome and insisted that Elsie come to life.
I suppose I should be grateful because, truly, I adore this new 1920s style toque hat. It folds up, completely hugging the ears, but the right side of the hat flares out a bit. The hat is lined with organic cotton and hemp jersey.
This was the first Elsie hat I made. The morning after her arrival, here on earth, it was -11 c with a strong wind making it feel like -22c. I decided to take her for a test drive. I was so impressed with how warm she is and also with how cute she looks with a sporty parka/ski jacket that I kept her for myself. That happens sometimes, but fortunately, I can always make more. I put a few of the Elsie hats up here on my website. I have one of each of these three colours in stock and ready to ship. They fit a medium sized head. I can also take custom orders, but new orders will ship in early January. You can find the 3 ready to ship Elsie hats by clicking HERE. If you would like me to custom make you one, just send me a note.
P.S. The prince (on his tattered thrown) says, Hello.
Anna, your first Elsie, along with your sweater: what a combo! You look mahvelous, and Elsie is divinely inspired.
All best,
Helen
Thank you, Helen!
Oh my goodness! Your hats are truly a work of art! They are beautiful!
Thank you, Paula!
Love Elsie!! Great colorways!!
Happy Holidays and New Year Anna!
Love,
Joy 🤩
Thanks, Joy! Happy Holidays to you, too!
I love the understated elegance of both Charlotte and Elsie! Very beautiful but not fussy ❤️
Thank you, Clare!
Ohh these are lovely!!
XO
Thanks, Amy!
I love Elsie! That was my husband’s grandmother’s name. She was born in 1919!!
I knew I was naming her after someone. Now I know who.