Looking to host a Downton Abbey themed tea? While seeming overwhelming, it need not be difficult. Here are a few tips for hosting a Downton themed tea or really any tea for that matter. As the Hostess, you will need to: *Select a date that works best for your guests. I prefer weekend afternoons as…
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What is the history of the Easter bonnet? Why do we think of Easter bonnets at Easter? What is an Easter bonnet? An Easter bonnet is a hat that is worn on Easter. The hat usually features flowers and is in the colors of spring. Pinks, lilacs and other light colors are usually the colors…
The Easter Parade, while also a famous song, book and movie, is an actual parade that takes place in Manhattan every year. This New York tradition goes back to the middle 1800”s. The social elite from the city would attend church services along 5th Avenue and then afterwards, parade down the street jubilantly in their…
Why do we care about hat etiquette? Are the rules different for men and women? The main reason for hat etiquette is being considerate of those around you. A few things to consider are: Is your hat in the way of their field of vision? For example, a huge hat worn to the theatre or…
Tea Time Magazine recently chose our Cherry Rose Green, Rose’s Cherry Cloche, as the perfect tea for their Spring Tea Scone selection. This hand blended tea features a green sencha base with cherry flavors and delicate rose petals. Tea Time is the #1 Tea Magazine in America.…
What is a milliner? A milliner is someone who makes hats from hand, using the finest materials available. The word “milliner” comes from the word/phrase “Milaner” since hat straws came from Milan, Italy as well as many other luxury goods. What is the life of a milliner like? Many people I talk to think that…
When I was a little girl, my Mother read to me often. One of my favorite books was “Toodles and Her Friends”. It was about a cat, Toodles, who went through many obstacles but never gave up. The cat would always say “Perseverance Pays”. That little phrase has always stuck with me and encouraged me…
Ep. 2: Does Your Intuition Fancy Tea? – with Polly Singer Today, I am talking to Polly Singer about finding ease and flow in running your business. Polly has been a milliner for thirty years and now expanded into a tea line and tea-related events. Polly shares how the pandemic was a blessing in disguise…
I love Kentucky Derby parties. Even though I design hats often worn at the Kentucky Derby, I have only attended the Derby once, back in 2009. It was an amazing experience, don’t get me wrong. However I enjoy Derby parties more for many reasons. As a milliner, I am often exhausted on Derby Day from…
