Thursday, December 17, 2009

Hello!


Couture millinery is my favorite hobby and I've been creating hats for about 25 years. I've taken millinery classes for most of those years because I believe that learning never ceases. For the past three years I've participated in the Los Angeles County Fair's millinery contests.  In 2007 I entered two hats, for which I received two First Awards and the Craftsmanship Award; in 2008 I won Best in Show, Most Innovative, and two First Awards.  I tried a little harder in 2009 entering four hats, and again winning the Craftsmanship Award, Best in Show, three First Awards, and a Second Award.


Finally after years of putting off creating a blog site I've convinced myself to "Just Do It."   I'm giving up years, days, and hours of trying to talk myself out of doing something I've very much wanted to do for what feels like an eternity.  I've always had a desire to sincerely promote couture millinery, and this will be my goal through this blog.


I need your help in order to keep this site fresh and fun.  You will help me by leaving lots of comments and even suggestions.  I need to know how you feel about what I have published, plus I need to know what your interests are. In turn I will try to be as responsive as possible.
Posted by Lee Duncan is HatStruck at 12:41 AM
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9 comments:

  1. Cristina de Prada - millinerDecember 17, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    Hi Lee,
    I'm happy you've finally taken the blog plunge and look forward to reading your blog and seeing your work.
    I will add a link in my blog to encourage people to visit you!
    Cristina

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  2. Ms. Ebony #310-940-6299December 17, 2009 at 9:06 AM

    HI MOM, CONGRATS ON THE NEW BLOG. YOUR SO TALENTED XOXOXO

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  3. Lee Duncan is HatStruckDecember 20, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    Thanks Cristina and thanks also to my Mommysbiggirl.

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  4. AdellaJanuary 12, 2010 at 5:51 AM

    The first time I saw one of your hats, I was mesmerized. Your style and workmanship is incredible. I'm so glad that you started your blog because it is informative and your work is truly beautiful. I have decided that I will continue to update my millinery techniques. You have inspired me. Thank you!

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  5. Lee Duncan is HatStruckJanuary 12, 2010 at 8:07 PM

    Thanks Millinery,

    I was lucky enough to take classes from seasoned couture milliners. My dream is to pass those skills on. I was also impressed with your work. I noticed the brim on one of your hats--no stitches showing! Wonderful! Your comments inspire me to continue sharing.

    Thank you, thank you;

    Lee

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 6, 2010 at 11:26 PM

    i JUST DISCOVERED YOUR BLOG TODAY AND IT IS VERY INFORMATIVE. DO YOU KNOW HOW TO MAKE THE RIBBON SATIN HATS? I OWN 2 VINTAGE STRAW MACHINES, W&G AND A SINGER THAT ARE OVER 100 YEARS OLD. FROM WHAT I'VE SEEN OF THE SATIN RIBBON HATS, THEY APPEAR TO BE MADE ON A STRAW BRAID MACHINE. IF YOU NEED SOME EXAMPLES, I CAN SEND PICS. THANKS.

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  7. Lee Duncan is HatStruckSeptember 7, 2010 at 10:58 AM

    You can send pictures to hatstruck@hatstruck.com

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  8. ARSFebruary 25, 2012 at 5:31 PM

    Hello Lee. I already find your blog. Im from Caracas - Venezuela so my first language is spanish im trying my best to write my comments. All of my live ive been workingg on theater and movie production. Recently i start putting together on my mind all those handmade things that my grandmothers tought me. I start desining accesories and now i want to learn the millinery art. I hope your blog will help me.

    Thank you so much for share with people like me your amazing work.

    Andreína

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  9. Lee Duncan is HatStruckMarch 16, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    Andreina,

    I am sorry it took me so long to reply. Thank you, and if you have any questions, just leave them in the "Comments."

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