Thursday, April 16, 2015

Something Ate My Photos

Sorry. All the photos that were in my blog are gone.. Kapoot.. I'm trying to restore them but it looks like it's doubtful from what I've been reading.. I still have  www.chapeaudujour.blogspot.com and the photos are still there, for the time being.. More Later... S. Montez Murphy... Peace Out

Monday, July 15, 2013

"Vintage Silhouettes" Art Fawcett Master Hatter..




Art Fawcett
"Vintage Silhouettes"
The Millinery Guild will be Hosting 
Art Fawcett Master Hatter
Saturday July 20th
11a-6p
7767 Beverly Blvd LA CA 90036
213 985 4784

Art Fawcett Master Hatter
Art will be bringing many hats ready to be taken home and coveted or you can order a custom hat of your liking... His work is supreme you will not be disappointed. His signature is fantastic ribbon work done with the best vintage ribbons he's collected over the years.  Read the article about Art from Kiekari.com HERE


Beautiful Ribbon Work


Custom Hat

Custom Hat









Tuesday, May 28, 2013

Millinery Classes with Kay Durden




Hello Everyone, Montez here!  I've had many requests for Millinery Classes but I haven't been able to work any classes into my schedule.  Lucky Us! Kay Durden is coming back to town with some really excellent classes. You'll walk away with a lot of knowledge and finished hats. Now is your chance this year to work with an accomplished and Experienced Milliner. Score!.I suggest taking all of the classes, then spread your wings and fly. Here is the letter of introduction from Kay to all of you.

      Hello California my name is Kay Durden; 

      I have been making, selling, and teaching hat making more than twenty years.  You are invited to join me at  
      one or both hatmaking workshops.  The first is 3-days and will be held in Colton.  The second is six days  
      and will be held in the Los Angeles area.  The three day covering and frame-making workshop will be held 



   June 21-23, 2013 in Colton at Comfort Inn and Suites. 
   450 North Sperry Drive, Colton California 92324; 

    909 825-9100 




The six-day workshop is being held 

  June 24-30 2013
  Best Western Royal Palace Inn & Suites, 
  2528 S. Sepulveda Blvd, Los Angeles California 90064.  


The workshops fees range from $75.00 to $400.00 and include three new workshops 
where you may attend 4, 8, or 24 hours of hat making.  For descriptions and fees go  to the following link: 

http://www.kaysartofmillinerycalifstyle.com/class-registration.html



I look forward to seeing you at one of the workshops.

 Thank You, 
  Kay Durden
     

If there is enough interest and time permitting for Ms Durden we can schedule Two, One Day Fascinator Class at The Millinery Guild Shop Saturday and Sunday. This will be open to 6 students per class.   Please email if you are interested and we will set it up. 

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Cristina de Prada "Hat Me Up"





Cristina de Pradas Hat me up line along with her couture line is now in the shop for the holidays..

Top Hat

The Mirrored HAT! Cache Cignon

Along with these new beauties I have the very popular tube hat worn here by Mondo winner of Project Runway Allstars
Carnitas.     

Head Band Made From Vintage Japanese Kimono Fabric

"Vera" Tulle Head Band Visor

 

Thursday, November 8, 2012

House of Nines Trunk Show 11/10 & 11/11





House of Nines Trunk Show... Stop In and Meet Tricia Roush from San Francisco.. Her Hats Magnifique!! Mens and Ladies Hats...
                                                   http://www.houseofninesdesign.com/

                                           
                                           When...  November 10th and 11th  11 am- 6pm
                                            Where..  7767 Beverly Blvd LA CA 90036
                                                           1 213 985 4784


Beautiful Details
Perfection

  



 Refreshments will be served...