MISS AVA'S MILLINERY
Handcrafted in the UK by Sarah Blacker-Barrowman

I have a real soft spot for creating bespoke headwear for mums who are off to the wedding of their child, but are at a loss for what sort...

Medway Open Studios is back for 2023, and it's a great chance to take a peek inside my millinery studio.

There's always a certain thrill to get an email asking me to be a part of a photoshoot, and yet another when I get a follow up email from...

Once the first flush of excitement of hearing the news that your child is engaged and getting married has happened, thoughts will...

Creating a bespoke statement hat for a mother of the bride off to a summer wedding.

Last year a lovely email from a journalist popped into my inbox about an interview for a local magazine, something which always makes me...

If you pick up a copy of the December - January edition of What's On for Medway, Gravesend and Maidstone you'll spot a little feature...

Earlier this year I was introduced to Vickie of Nia Rose Photography, and she asked if I'd be interested in being interviewed for her...

I loved taking part in a Sugar & Spice themed styled wedding shoot earlier this year - you can't beat a fun theme to play with - so I was...

It was a lovely surprise to receive a mention on the Royal Hat blog, whose eye was caught by the whimsical nature my 'Run Wild' statement...

I love a creative brief, so was over the moon when the wonderful Lily of Lily Jones Events got in touch to ask if I'd like to be a part...

Weddings have long been a classic opportunity to wear a fabulous hat, and this is certainly the case for the mothers of those getting...

Creating my own wedding headpiece.

As some of you may know I spent many years as a professional burlesque performer*. During that time I had the joy of performing in venues...