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I came across some ageing hydrangeas on a walk recently, and they reminded me of these hairbands that I made a few years ago. Strangely enough, I got a custom order request for a pair of them the same day, so I knew a felt-petal-cutting-session was meant to be. Each headband is made from tiny wool felt petals cut by hand, and then sewn to black velvet ribbon. A bit of Liberty lawn stitched to the back keeps everything neat and tidy. There's also a piece of elastic to ensure a snug fit on any size head.

I made one for my own hair which is often unruly- and I have a new grey dress that needed a matching something-or-rather. Plus a couple were made for the etsy shop as well.

In other news. my upcoming book received its first review- here at Booksellers NZ. Exciting.

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12 responses to “hydrangea days”

  1. louana Avatar

    Super exciting Melissa! Great review! Can’t wait to get my hands on a copy of your no doubt beautiful book! I can get you to autograph it right? xxx

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  2. sarah Avatar
    sarah

    I love your headbands Melissa, I’m going to look on your Etsy site now! Congratulations on your book too. Hope you’ve celebrated!

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  3. Lou Avatar
    Lou

    Congratulations Melissa – a great review! It sounds like your book will make a lovely gift for a crafty young mum I know!
    I’m also envisaging a second book with projects aimed at adults… what do you think? 🙂

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  4. KarenLR Avatar

    Gorgeous hairband!
    Best wishes on the success of your lovely book.

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  5. Z Avatar

    Wait, i think i want one for my baby Alice!

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  6. Eva Avatar
    Eva

    Famous internationally! I feel that must seem very strange for you to see in writing, as you always seem so unattention-grabbing and happy with a simple life. Great review though and well deserved.
    Hope that sounded how I meant it!

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  7. Littleminx.wordpress.com Avatar

    lovely Melissa – I always loved these headbands. What a great idea sewing some fabric onto the back to tidy it up. Congratulations also with the book – can’t wait to get my hands on a copy x

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  8. Emily Avatar

    Well done, Melissa 🙂

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  9. Hadley Avatar

    Congrats on your first book review! Also, I love the new header!

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  10. Kat Avatar
    Kat

    Yay! Lovely review, think I may need to get my own copy soon. My bday is coming up so I think I will buy myself a copy then x

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  11. Nicole Avatar

    Hydrangeas are some of my favourite flowers. Your headband is oh so pretty.
    Can’t wait to see your new book!!!

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  12. Tammy Bruce Avatar
    Tammy Bruce

    Hey congratulations on the review and book! xxx

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