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Carrie Cahill Mulligan
“Heirloom Handknit Hats”
693 Canaan Street
Canaan, New Hampshire, 03741
(603) 523-7506
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My Mission
I create highly functional, exquisitely handcrafted art-to-wear Heirloom Handknit Hats.
Winter is wonderful... but not if you're cold. That's where a lovely, warm hat fits in!
If wearing one of my hats helps you get outside and enjoy yourself, then I will have played my small part in making the world a little warmer and brighter.
Your head is sacred. It's my mission to create original art-to-wear hats that are worthy of your head.
Art-to-Wear for Every Head
Each of my Heirloom Handknit Hats begins as a giant, over-sized stocking cap, knit by hand of llama and wool.
Next, it is shrunk into a thick, durable felt in the washing machine, which is then shaped by hand and air-dried.
Finally, each hat is lined with a silky ribbon to keep it's shape and provide lasting comfort. Many are finished with freehand embroidery, as unique as the wearer.
All are signed, dated and numbered by hand.
With less than 200 made each year, these hats are truly limited-editon, art-to-wear pieces that will provide years of warmth and comfort for the lucky owner.
Want to know more...
-about the hats (& pricing)
-about me, or
-about this site?
Read on... and then let me know what you think!About Me
I love all things handmade, especially food, music and finely crafted objects for everyday use.
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Hi Carrie,
It was great to meet and speak with you this week at the craft show in New Hampshire. Do you sell the pattern for your hat?
Thanks and I hope to hear from you,
Dianne
Comment by Dianne Fonseca — 9 August 2007 #
Hi Carrie,
I found your site through Luann Udell’s blog. I love the hats, and the way you’re showcasing them on your site. And the Virtual Reception idea is great; may have to try that myself sometime! I’m a papier mache artist, and I’ve recently done some helmets, because people wanted to “wear” my bowls! So I may be branching out into more “headgear” soon… Great links too! Thanks.
Comment by melissa lanitis gregory — 22 October 2007 #
Hi Carrie,
Love your new website! Love your hats! Love your class and your chocolate chip cookies! The hats are beautiful, warm, comfortable, unique and all in all “special”. Thanks for sharing your expertise!
Harriet
Comment by Harriet Fingeroth — 10 November 2007 #
Hi Carrie! John the Banjo Man here from The Longford Festival
Just had a look at your new Site and it looks great! I’m glad things are going well for you. Keep up the good work!
All the best from Eire.. Slánte John.
Comment by John Hogan — 11 November 2007 #
Greetings Carrie. Met you at the Westport Creative Arts Festival today and purchased your beautiful burgundy/mossy-top hat. Can’t wait to receive it after you sew in the ribbon and put your name on the hat. I will certainly wear it while skating and (hopefully) snow-shoeing with my friend Nancy (who was with me today helping to “sell your hats”) You are absolutely terrific and your hats reflect your skills. I loved reading your testimonial to your mother…I, too learned to knit from my mother. It is a wonderful gift that has been passed along. Best wishes for the holiday season.
Comment by Susan Linse — 18 November 2007 #
Your hats are beautiful. What is the average price of a hat if I were interested in purchasing one?
Comment by Kim Freels — 12 December 2007 #
My beautiful hat arrived yesterday with the satin ribbon and your name inside. Again I am SO impressed with your work-womanship and quality. In fact, my daughter, Kathryn, nearly confiscated my hat…declaring it extraordinary!!!! I did put a stop to that. Many thanks again for your beautiful, extraordinary work. Merry Christmas!
Susan
Comment by Susan Linse — 21 December 2007 #
Diane: I do sell my pattern, as a kit for $45, which includes shipping.
Melissa: Isn’t Luann’s blog great?
Harriet: It was great having you in my first-ever class! Thanks for the positive feedback.
John: Aaaah, Ireland! How we long to return… Thanks for the visit, and keep on with that banjo!
Kim: Thank you! For pricing and more on what goes into each hat, please see the About section.
Susan: It was lovely to meet you in Westport. Thanks so much for the kind words, and for letting me know your hat arrived safely.
Please do let your daughter, Kathryn, know that January-June is the best time to place a custom order, as things are less crazy for me during the first half of the year.
Bless the mom’s out there everywhere who take the time to pass on handwork skills, even to their tomboy daughters!
Comment by Carrie Cahill Mulligan — 30 December 2007 #
Carrie, I love your hats and have just restarted knitting after a very long break. I too was taught to knit by my mother and I have taught my daughter. The hats are awesome!! How do I order a kit?? Do you ship to Canada?? Do you ever do any workshops north of the 49th parallel?? I look forward to hearing from you.
a fellow knitter – elizabeth
Comment by elizabeth — 17 February 2008 #
Elizabeth,
Thanks so much! Yes, I can ship to Canada (will need to add just a bit more for shipping). I have not yet taught any classes in the far north, but would definitely consider it…
Best way to order a kit is to contact me directly with your color choices… I don’t trust the variations in monitors to post colors on this site!
Comment by ccmhats — 18 February 2008 #
Carrie,
Hello, I have met ou a few times when I worked at the Currier on Hanover street., I wanted to get your permission to link to yur website.
I can’t wait to see your new hats at Sunapee.
You are going??
Michelle Johnson
Comment by Michelle Johnson — 9 April 2008 #
Hi Michelle,
So nice of you to ask… YES! I am definitely going to Sunapee again this year. It will be the 75th Fair for the League of NH Craftsmen, and I wouldn’t want to miss it.
And, YES! You certainly have permission to link to this site… I surely appreciate it!
Comment by ccmhats — 15 April 2008 #
Hey Carrie!
I was just looking to store my hats properly for the non-winter seasons. Any suggestions? Should they be stored so they can retain their shape? With cedar blocks to keep out moths? Those kinds of things.
ellen
Comment by Ellen Kanner — 16 May 2008 #
Hey Ellen!
Well, I generally keep my hats out all the time, hanging on the pegboard. You’d probably not want them squashed in a box for long periods, so yes, do try to keep their shape, wherever you store them. Cedar couldn’t hurt, if you have it.
Comment by ccmhats — 16 May 2008 #
HiCarrie
I met you at the fair yesterday and was so inspired by your hats!!!! I just started knitting and have been felting purses for gifts. I see you offer classes which I would love to take but I live in NJ. Could I buy the pattern?
Nancy
Comment by Nancy Desimone — 5 August 2008 #
Hi Nancy!
Great to meet you… thanks for finding my site online, too!
Certainly you can purchase the pattern, which I sell with enough yarn for one hat — $45 total, which includes shipping in the US.
Feel free to email me at ccmhats AT gmail DOT com with your color choices and we can go from there…
Cheers!
Comment by ccmhats — 5 August 2008 #
Hi Carrie! I was wondering if you offered classes and if you do, then when are they. I would love to learn from you as your hats are beautiful and amazing. Thank you!
Katie
Comment by Katie — 17 October 2009 #
Thanks Katie! So nice to hear from you…
Although I’ve led a class each fall and winter for the past couple years, I’m taking a break from teaching classes this year.
However, I do still sell hat kits, which you could complete in the comfort of your own home. The cost is US$45 (includes shipping), or $65 for two hats worth of yarn, plus pattern and felting instructions.
Thanks again for the positive feedback, Katie, and let me know if I can hook you up with a kit sometime…
Comment by ccmhats — 19 October 2009 #
Hello Carrie,
i would like to buy a kit from you. Please tell me how to proceed.
Thank you,
Dawn
Comment by Dawn — 8 October 2008 #
Hello Dawn,
Thanks so much for finding my website and leaving a comment!
You can get a kit from me which includes knitting & felting instructions, enough yarn for one hat, and a length of satin ribbon to finish the hat inside.
Embroidery instructions are not included.
Kits cost $45, shipping included. You could buy yarn for a 2nd hat for $20 extra.
To choose colors, folks usually browse my “Styles” pages to get some ideas and then email their top choices to me…
I’d love to get a kit to you! Winter’s coming…
Comment by ccmhats — 8 October 2008 #
Hi Carrie, After looking at and trying on your hats for many years (League of NH Craftsman’s Fair) I treated myself as a 50th b’day gift to myself. I LOVE my hat! It is the warmest most comfortable hat I’ve ever owned. As a sinus sufferer who can’t stand to have a cold head my hat has become my best winter friend! Happy New Year! Nancy
Comment by Nancy Bishop — 24 January 2009 #
Hi Nancy,
Thanks so much for letting me know how much you love your hat! It tickles me to imagine your hat as your “best winter friend”! I couldn’t hope for higher praise, or a nicer compliment.
Thank you!
Comment by ccmhats — 4 February 2009 #
Hi Carrie,
I would love to order a kit – do you prefer email or phone requests? You’ve led an amazing life? Are you a fire sign? Your hats are AMAZING! You’re so intrepid a person I imagine you’re fairly self-taught. Was sorry to read about your mother’s passing and how difficult that is for you. My mother passed 8 years ago and I’m still struggling with some unfinished issues – I hang onto the great memories. May 2009 be all that you wish for!
Comment by Veronica — 29 January 2009 #
Hi Carrie!
We just watched your interview. You were great, what a treat to “see” you again. As always, we all are inspired by your work and you being you in the world. Love, Jenn, Sam, & Tess
Comment by Jenn Kara & kids — 18 April 2009 #
Hi Jenny! Thanks for the positive feedback… I only wish I could “see” you back…
Comment by ccmhats — 28 April 2009 #
Hi Carrie,
I enjoy looking at your hats. The mandala is a beautiful way to use color and texture. I used to be a handweaver before I became a fine artist/painter. I did the craft circuit for 20 years selling handwoven clothing. I am also a spinner and grew my own dyestuffs for a while. People often ask me how I could give up weaving to draw/paint bugs……. it is simple. I am attracted to color, texture and pattern…… Try looking at butterfly wings and other insects for color combinations and textures. The possibilities are endless!
Comment by Mindy Lighthipe — 4 September 2009 #
Oooh, Mindy! I’d love to see some of your fiber art sometime… maybe a blog post/series about “past lives”? I’d love to pick your brain about your experiences on the craft circuit… any favorites?
I do spend a lot of time looking close at plants and bugs and snow and sand and such… I bet you’d love my photo of a parasitized tomato hornworm… creepily fascinating!
Comment by ccmhats — 10 September 2009 #