Things that add the spice or flavor to life

This blog was inspired by my children, my pets and friends. Through years of trying to entertain children I found other families, friends and community groups to collaborate with for ideas and resources. Those who know me, know how much children, pets, nature and creativity mean to me. The little the things that add some fun and flavor to your life, like art, creative cooking, nature activities, and fun facts. I was blessed with, and extremely thankful for, many of these things in my life. My mission here is to offer ideas, and inspiration among friends and put together a network of resources, including a list of organizations that do good in our community and a way to support them.

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

Hat Inspirations from Carmen Miranda

Yesterday it felt like Spring, a little rain and a few peaks of sun and a mild temperature. This morning I woke to 3 or 4 inches of wet snow. The rest of the house is still asleep and I needed some colorful craft inspiration so I turn to my favorite source of inspiration, Turner Classic Movies! And who should I see singing and dancing across the screen, but Carmen Miranda in one of her fabulous costumes; now that was inspiration, especially at 6:00 am.

Ever since I can remember I have always loved watching Carmen in movies, I have always loved hats and hers were quite something! I think my favorite time of year for  hats was Easter, I would always have a cute hat to match my Easter outfit. I still love watching classic movies and one thing I always pay attention to are the clothes, especially the hats. It was almost unheard of back in the 19430's and 1940's to be seen without a hat, especially in film. So when did the hat go "out of style" ? 

I will admit that I am not a big hat wearer these days unless my head is cold or it's raining. I admire those who wear a hat just for fun. I am knitting and crocheting almost everyday lately and I made a few hats as gifts this year so now it's my turn. I am on a mission to create some hats for myself that I will wear all year, just for fun. Hopefully they wont mess up my hair too much.........or else I guess I will leave it on!

Check out this website for some great pictures of Carmen Miranda hats:

www.imdb.com/name/nm0000544/
Carmen Miranda was a young hatmaker before she was invited to display her singing... It was during this time that she developed the costume with the distinctive fruit hat
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