Greater Chicago Region
Turban Workshop
June 19, 2010
Laura Whitlock, a Greater Chicago member, is also President of the Millinery Arts Alliance. The purpose of that organization is “to encourage the wearing of hats,” and on June 19, Laura instructed attendees in the making of Regency Era turbans. Laura provided the materials, including bases, a pre-made lining, appropriate beautiful and colorful fabric, as well as trimming items, such as silk flowers, lacquered fruit sprays, ribbons and ostrich plumes. She also equipped the turban makers with the necessary tools of the trade: tape measures, head blocks, millinery hand sewing needles and thread. The beautiful turbans and hats emerging from the workshop are sure to be treasured by the creators.
Laura was assisted by our member, actor and Jane Austen impersonator Debra Ann Miller. The location was member Jeanne Steen’s store Figaro at Vintage Pine Antiques and Interiors in Chicago.
—Elsie Holzwarth
Laura Whitlock