Bonnets, Hats, and General Millinery
These simple and sweet girls’ bonnets are ideal for the years 1800-1850s. Worn by girls of all ages, these little darlings are headed to Historic Exchange Place in Jonesboro, Tennessee to be worn by their Junior Apprentices. The girls who…
Occasionally, I peruse Ebay looking for interesting and inspiring original garments. My most recent search brought up this curious mid 19th century ribbon bonnet. It seems like the internal buckram frame is covered soley with ribbons! Very unique!
Finishing off a large commission from a museum in Pennsylvania are these gorgeous silk drawn bonnets. Ideal in shape and size for the 1840s, these ultra feminine bonnets are lightweight, fuss- free and a breeze to wear. Drawn bonnet in linen…
A rare piece of history! An original Salvation Army bonnet (images from Ebay). c. 1880s. The Salvation Army began in London in 1865 as a mission organization. According to the History Channel, “The Christian Mission, in which women were given…
I recently found this net bonnet on Ebay. It is listed as an 1860s era summer net bonnet. It is quite unusual in design and construction. A curious little thing!
Wow! We’ve had an amazing year! I feel like I say that at the end of every year, but 2015 really turned out to be one of our busiest of all time! I estimate over the course of the past…
Finishing off a commission for Jean LaFitte National Park in New Orleans is this fabulous red velveteen regency bonnet. This bonnet features vintage trim and was made to correspond with a spencer jacket and redingdote made previously for their 200th…
All headed to Jean Lafitte National Historic Park in New Orleans! These four straw bonnets were created in celebration of their 200th anniversary events! Each features a variety of trims with silk sashes. Nothing spells happiness more than a delicious straw bonnet! Enjoy!…