Weddings are such wonderful occasions.  If you've been invited, you will be part of that special day where two people pledge their love for each other.

Wondering what to wear is tricky but you can always be sure you'll need a hat or fascinator.

This can be in the form of a fabulous expensive hat or you can opt for a simple fascinator clip that will sit nicely in your hair.

If you're lucky enough to be invited to several weddings, you're either really lovely or very rich. Either way, these do's can be costly. Have you thought about upcycling an old hat or fascinator?

A wedding hat or fascinator completes any wedding guests outfit.

Use feathers to turn a simple, cheap hat into something fabulous.

Using millinery feathers for hats and fascinators adds style and class to any outfit. The floaty style of the feather oozes elegance.

Adding feathers is a winner as far as upcycling is concerned. Here's some ideas on how to trim some feathers to add to your hat or fascinator.

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Its that wonderful time of year when Spring is in the air so you give your home a lovely spring clean. I'm sure lots of you have done this boring task already but you're really pleased with the result.  However, if you're like me and you've decluttered a bit too much and your home is looking that little bit dull and empty, why not add a splash colour with some feathers.  Feathers are fantastic as they are elegant but fun.

Feathers are the must have accessory this Spring 2017

Add a dash of sophistication to your bedroom with feathers

Leftover feathers are fantastic for making simple but really pretty wall art.  Any white feather will do but goose, turkey or marabou feathers would be better to recreate the same effect

Add a dream catcher to add a wow factor and it will help to create peace and tranquility in your bedroom. 

Black and White feathers can add a touch of class to your lounge

Fancy going for something different that will create a talking point amongst all your friends and visitors?  Use feathers around your lounge instead of conventional ornaments.  You could just add a couple of classy feathers to an old vase or bottle and transform your room.  

See how fantastic these black and white turkey quill feathers look - simple but efective.

Feather ideas for your dining room

There are many types of feathers you can use to adorn your dining room as this is the one room in the house where your imagination can run wild.

I particularly love pheasant feathers as they are an attractive grown up type of feather that oozes class.

Jazz up a plain lamp with some pheasant feathers.

I love this idea that I found at a 5 star spa resort recently...so classy!  It would add a touch of sophistication to any room in the home.

Feathers can be added to just about anything.

Feathers can be so much fun.  On a recent gloomy morning, I was feeling a little playful and threw a couple of black and white peacock feathers into some mugs and presented them at the breakfast table.  Everyone was bemused but it didn't half cheer us up.....I didn't pour the coffee into those mugs though.

 

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Have you ever seen a peacock feather close up?  You won’t believe how decorative their peacock feathers are. 

Did you know that a peacocks mating success rate depends on the colours of his ‘eyespots’ on his train and the angel at which they are displayed.

It’s no wonder that they are a popular choice for weddings.  When a peacock feather is placed under a microscope, the plume looks similar to jewellery as they are known to shimmer iridescently.

Peacock feathers complement many wedding colour schemes

Of course, peacock birds themselves are believed to be a bird that symbolises protection and safeguarding.  It's no wonder a bride would opt for peacock feathers to ensure her special day goes without a hitch.

Old folklore has said that having a peacock feather close to you help to safeguard you from bad energy.  This is perhaps why some opt for wearing peacock feathers instead.

Peacock feathers are a top wedding trend as it's widely believed that peacocks bring good luck to the bride and groom.  

The peacock represents guidance, protection, integrity and watchfullness...that figures with all those eyes on the train.

We have a wonderful selection of peacock feathers to choose from in several shades that would match your colour scheme.

We also stock feather products and have a wonderful selection of gift ideas to bring the bride and groom luck on their special wedding day.

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