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A note
From me to you
I have to laugh when I tell people I failed textiles in high school. It seems ridiculous to think that it’s now my purpose and career. Perhaps I’m just a late bloomer, although I think it goes to show that artistry takes all forms – and it’s never too late to nurture a creative spark.
I moved to Melbourne from Scone as a little girl with Mum and my brother. We loved our city life. But there was something easeful, an exhale and inhale of fresh country air, coming back to Scone in the school holidays to be with Dad. I remember vividly the expanse of the countryside, horses roaming in front of far distant hills. Billy tea and tomato sandwiches down by the river, no matter the season.
Working for fashion label Mimco after school is where I found my passion for accessories, and learned the right design can truly elevate an outfit and say so much about the wearer.
While working in corporate Sydney, I realised I desperately needed something to pour my creative energies into. Something that was authentic, that felt like me. I started making head pieces at night as a way to decompress after a long day in the office – and soon, friends were making orders for special events.
Travelling back home to Scone for Christmas in 2019, a spark was lit. My dad had been battling cancer for nearly a decade, and time was precious with him. We were watching John Wayne movies, analysing the actors’ hats, marvelling at the stories they tell, when I turned to him and said, ‘that’s what I want to do’.
Entirely self-taught, I poured everything into experimenting and creating, crafting hats that personified the wearer. Setting up my stall in the hallowed aisles of Bondi Markets where so many great Australian creatives have started before, my love, sweat and tears culminated into the prototypes of the collections you see today. I nearly fell over when Delta Goodrem one day moseyed over and bought a hat – it cemented my vision that I could craft this beautiful product that resonated with storytellers.
I just wanted to say thank you for the most fabulous day yesterday. I absolutely adore my new bespoke hat and will wear it with such magical memories. Also, it's so lovely and inspiring to meet such a clever, creative warm hearted soul. Katie xx
Just wanted to let you know I received my beautiful hat and to say I was blown away would be an understatement! The quality and craftsmanship is just divine. You are so talented and I just can't wait to wear my specially crafted hat . Thank you also for the special detail of adding my name in, that is so lovely of you! Xx
My divine Guardian hat arrived and it's beyond beautiful... Thank you for the personal touch and for all the care and love you put into your stunning creations. It will be a joy to wear it.
I don't normally buy things off insta/the web as I find all the editing of photos these days things never look as good when you get them... this hat is the opposite it couldn't look any better . It will be a treasured keepsake and the beginning of a collection. Thank you Laura for the most beautiful hat xx
Laura, we can't thank you enough for today! We are just so thrilled with our fabulous hats and had such a wonderful time hanging out with you in your lovely shop. Can't wait to take our creations their first outings xx