Anna Karenina Millinery

The costumes in Tolstoy's, Anna Karenina were truly stunning, created by award winning designer, Jacqueline Durran.  The theatrics of the movie was fabulous, the story line not so much - so I focused on the beautiful pieces of art worn throughout.  

 

Apparently the millinery was done by elusive milliner, Sean Barrett. 

Via Vogue

When I did my millinery workshop with Julie Fleming in Melbourne, I got to see some gorgeous vintage veiling up close and it is so much softer and finer than the veiling available these days.  There was a heavy use of veiling throughout the movie and I was drooling over nearly every piece.  

There is a more in depth post on this blog covering more of the fashion from the movie.  Which was your favourite outfit or hat?

Watercolour Workshop at Canberra Creatives

A few weeks ago I treated myself to a workshop at Canberra Creative's fabulous Makers Hub.  It was my reward for getting through a few weeks of solo parenting after having my hubby overseas!  I took a watercolour workshop which was a nice, relaxing way to spend two hours. 

We learnt lots of different techniques then attempted to use them by painting something in the room.  You'll never guess what I painted... yes, flowers!!! 

I enjoy learning new things and would recommend you check out all the wonderful courses Mikaela has on offer, there is something for everyone.  In fact, Mikaela is running a few workshops at the Handmade Market next weekend, so go along and check both of them out - it will be worth your while.