Georgia
Skelton

For me, millinery is an artform and a way to express myself. I am most comfortable with a needle and thread in my hand and a challenging project on the table. I have been a stitcher all my life, a member/volunteer of Millinery Australia for 13 years, and I was instrumental in setting up and now coordinating the Millinery Australia Student award. My pieces are known for including diverse techniques and a wide range of skills. My inspiration for this piece was primarily Marie Antoinette and the hairstyles of the 18th Century. To develop this piece, I sourced fabric across several months from the recycle drawer at The Embroiderers Guild Victoria, with whom I am an active volunteer. As an accessory to the piece, I made hand-held sunglasses using recycled glasses and a broken decorative chop stick and crochet. I thoroughly enjoyed making this sustainable piece, and I hope I am given the opportunity to present my vision to you on Melbourne Cup Day Thank you Georgia Skelton