'Widow Strauss'.......a magnificent creation of black silk with clouds of organza and lace. The underside of the wide brim is faced with intricate trim and a lace trimmed veil of silk chiffon falls to the shoulders. A tiny hint of violet can be spied in the floral arrangement. Lined with dove grey silk.
Can be worn by a 12th scale doll
Price 62.00 USD
'Tabitha'.....Not exactly mourning I know but I couldn't resist creating this goth style bridal veil. The silk lined headpiece is of jet brocade trimmed with tiny loops and a double fan of intricate black lace. A long veil of silk chiffon is bordered with black lace and ruffles.
Please advise if this is to be worn by a 12th scale doll and I will adjust the headpiece accordingly
Price 52.00 USD
'Elisa'.....Layers of jet silk chiffon fall into folds over black silk to create this elegant mourning hat. The brim is faced with tiny ruffles of black silk trimmed with black lace. A bow of ivory and black tulle is clasped by a brooch of jet pearls. Lined with ivory silk.
Price 58.00 USD
'Liberty'......A stylish hat for half-mourning, folds of jet crepe de chine over a rounded crown and narrow upturned brim. Wings of black lace to each side and a selection of violet and black flowers at the front brim. A lace trimmed double veil falls to the back. Based on an original from 1912 this unique piece of miniature millinery is lined with grey silk and bears the Miss Amelia label.
Can be worn by a 12th scale doll
Price 65.00 USD
'Octavia'...when a lady entered her period of half-mourning she could begin to add mauves, whites and lilacs to her millinery and this 12th lovely hat displays a stunning combination of these colours. The narrow brim has a layer of fine jet pleats above and below the brim and an ornate band around the crown which adds height. Over the crown are draped lilac and white flowers and pearls with a hint of foliage and a silk chiffon veil with delicate lace trim cascades from a jet jewel at the back.
Price 58.00 USD
'Elvira'...A simple but glamorous hat of jet silk velvet with a sweeping brim faced with layer upon layer of black ruffles. The crown is lined with violet silk charmeuse and covered in black sequins. A puff of tulle twisted around the brim is studded with amethyst beads. A wonderful piece of 12th scale millinery that can be worn by a doll or displayed.
Price 56.00 USD
'Maybelle'....this really is a miniature beauty! Jet black brocade swathed in the silkiest aubergine velvet and wrapped in delicate tulle. The shapely brim has been faced in knotted satin and a selection of velvet, organza and lace roses nestle into the crown.
Can be worn by a 12th scale doll or simply displayed as part of your scene.
Price 56.00 USD
Philomena....sheer elegance in the form of this half mourning toque of blackberry silk velvet. A fan of delicate lace gives height at the back of the hat where the brim is nicely shaped to fit around a chignon. Black lace and scrolls of trim adorn the top. A unique addition to your miniature collection and can be worn by a 12th scale doll
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Black Silk Parasol...the perfect accessory for your mourning ensemble and this gorgeous parasol opens and closes! The jet silk is fastened onto metal spokes and decorated with riched trim and delicate jet organza strips. The brass shaft leads to a shapely brass handle. The parasol can be closed by looping the silk strap onto one of two aquamarine buttons.
A beautiful and rare 12th scale item to add to your collection
Price...90.00 USD
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'Widow Bailey'...In the early part of the Edwardian era mourning hats became more extravagant and this exquisite half mourning hat is no exception. Black taffeta trimmed with ruched frill and overlaid with black lace, mauve ribbon and tulle. The front of the wide brim is turned back to display tiny mauve and black roses. A wicked looking hat pin of jet and amethyst will hold this hat into place.
Stunning as part of your miniature display or worn by a 12th scale doll
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'Maude'........A wide brimmed hat in the style of the early 20th century. The beautifully shaped brim is faced with an ornate jet trim and laden with organza and lace. A sweep of mottled and jet feathers are fixed with an intricate 'brooch'.
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Odessa....In the style of the early years of the 20th century this simple yet majestic mourning hat is of taffeta with embroidered tulle overlaid in folds around the brim. Black ribbon threads through ornate loops and a feathery mass of marabou sweeps across the crown.
Can be worn by a 12th scale doll
Price 42.00 USD
Mourning Fan...black laquer fan with ruffle trim, tiny amethyst and gold gems and long black feathers - stunning!
Price 25.00 USD
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'Antoinette'.....in 1900 the toque became fashionable headwear for mourning and this lovely miniature example has been created from folds of softest jet silk velvet. The shaped crown is raised at one side to display guipure leaves with gems inset and a large black taffeta bow is draped across the top.
Can be worn by a 12th scale doll with a suitable hairstyle.
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'Estella'........Created from jet black silk velvet this elegant miniature mourning hat has a narrow brim faced with lace and upturned at the front. A charming tulle veil falls to the back held in place by a rosette of fine silk ribbons. Can be worn by a 12th scale doll
Price....48.00 USD
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'Luella'......A sombre but stylish mourning hat of jet brocade overlaid with twists of silk velvet. The full 'crepe' veil can be arranged above the brim if desired. Can be worn by a 12th scale doll.
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'Winona'....simple folds of black silk combine with jet black lace and velvet trim to create a wonderful narrow brimmed mourning hat from the very early 20th century. Lined in gold silk and faced with black lace and ornate black trim this is an unusual piece of 12th scale millinery to add to your collection.
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'Ursula'........One of my favourites of this year this is hat has been created from the softest silk burnout velvet and chiffon. The soft brim falls into folds around the face and is studded with jet beads. Ruffles of jet silk surround the crown and a guipure detail adorns one side. A fluffy black feather add the finishing touch to this original and unique piece of 12th scale millinery.
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'Matilde'........An exquisite piece of 12th scale millinery of black silk overlaid with layers of jet lace and a deep lace trim shading the eyes. The shapely brim is encrusted with sequins and beads with a puff of tulle at the back. Two black fluffy feathers curl around the shallow crown. Suitable for a 12th scale doll or to be displayed as part of your collection.
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'Harriet'.....Softest silk brocade gives a subtle texture to this delightful Edwardian half mourning hat. The narrow brim is overlaid with silk chiffon and laden with lilac flower and silk ribbon details. At the back of the crown is a puff of chiffon. Can be worn by a 12th scale doll.
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'Locita'.........Suitable for full mourning this stylish hat has been created from jet black silk and lined with lace. The heavy 'crepe' effect veil is still sheer enough to see the face of your doll and drapes beautifully to just below shoulder length. The soft crown has a band of lace embelished with tiny black seeds. A unique piece of 12th scale millinery to add to your mourning scene or boutique.
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A dramatic confection of jet black silk this 12th scale half mourning hat is a unique piece of miniature millinery. The wide crown falls into soft folds of silk onto which individual rosettes of jet organza have been stitched, each one finished off with a tiny black seed pearl. The elegantly shaped brim has been faced with black lace and the hat is lined with a lavender silk charmeuse. Delicate sprigs of berries are set into ruffles of silk and a swathe of hand dyed tulle completes this lovely item.
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New release Feb 2009!!
'Lourdes'.......A dramatic confection of jet damask, the soft crown of this 12th scale mourning hat is swathed in black tulle. Deep violet silk flowers with jewelled centres nestle into the brim and a discreet black velvet bow combines with a sweep of ostrich feather.
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New release Feb 2009!!
'Silvina'.....an elaborate piece of mourning millinery this majestic hat has a wide brim faced in layers of black lace and swept up at the side with a cluster of black silk roses and ribbons. The crown is a mass of fine tulle studded with black seed pearls and a sweep of marabou and lace completes this unique addition to your miniature collection.
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'Anastasia' ....Layer upon layer of jet black lace over black silk make up this magnificent 19th century miniature mourning hat. The wide brim is elegantly shaped and the crown decorated with a band of jet pearl details. A grand sweep of marabou completes this lovely piece of 12th scale millinery.
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'Flora'...Suitable for the later stages of mourning this neat little toque hat is a delighful piece of 12th scale millinery. Created from black velvet the sides of the crown are trimmed with scalloped black lace and a mass of silk ruffles adorn the top. Two long ribbons trail from a raised spray of black lace held by a single amethsyt jewel. A cluster of lilac and lavender roses complete this lovely item.
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'Mrs Delaney'...A majestic mourning hat in fashionable 19th century style with full veil. Rich black velvet trimmed in jet braids and loops with a shallow lace lined crown. Puffs of sheer organza and swirls of black feather complete this striking piece of 12th scale millinery.
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'Noelia'...An extravagant wide brimmed hat created from jet black velvet overlaid with ornate guipure lace. Tiny jet seed pearls are set into the brim and a spray of black tulle adds height at the back. A magnificent sweep of feathers in tones of grey, black and a hint of peacock complete this extraordinary piece of miniature millinery.
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'Amparo'...a regal mantilla style piece of mourning millinery created from ornate black lace draped over a wired frame. The brim has been faced with pleated black silk and lace trimmed. A unique and lovely item!
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'Lorena'...This elegant riding hat has been created in mourning style from jet black silk with a eye veil of black tulle with scalloped trim. Set into the narrow brim are tiny teardrops of jet and an ornate lace detail envelopes the crown. A full train of black lace falls to the back.
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'Fidelia'... Jet black opulence in this sweeeping wide brimmed mourning hat. Created from ornate brocade the brim has been trimmed in jet sequins and large puffs of ornate black lace extend to the back. Beautifully shaped with silk roses and marabou to add the finishing touch.
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'Prudence' This Victorian style mourning bonnet is of jet black silk faced with layer upon layer of delicate black lace. The outer brim has been decorated with tiny black rosettes of black organza and a sweep of jet black feather.
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'The Duchess' A magnificent Edwardian mourning hat with full sheer tulle veil. Black silk with ornate trim, black lace and clouds of sheer organza. Matching 'jet' mourning necklace included. SOLD
'Esther' - Victorian Half Mourning Hat created from a deep amethyst velvet and trimmed with layers of organza, satin and lace....SOLD
'The Dowager' Magnificent Edwardian style mourning hat in black velvet with ornate black trim above and below brim. Crown trimmed with sheer black organza, feathers and black roses. Also included mourning necklace of 'jet' and 'amethyst'.....SOLD
