Marion Beam
"Protective Hat Angel"
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| (Photos by Patrick Fraser) |
I began with a straw cowboy hat with a cowgirl angel perched on top. It morphed into my mother’s Christian Dior chapeau. The angel became a wise grandmotherly guardian
An antique collar became the angel’s dress. Dangling decorations were chosen because I liked the pieces and their color. My great-grandmother’s circular gold earrings and the thimble are family keepsakes. Angel shoulder pins gave me the idea for a protective hat angel.
I consulted two books on angels for guidance. At 92, I do believe we need more guidance in today’s world. As I made my hat I could virtually feel the designer, Christian Dior, with me.
I dedicate the hat to my mother’s elegant memory.