Fall Musings; returning to the workshop and a profound evolution of systems.

Fall Musings; returning to the workshop and a profound evolution of systems.

Alas, a moment to sit at my computer with a cup of coffee to have a slow morning of writing and records. Honestly, I’ve been dreaming of feeling this slowing down for a while now, but harvest on the farm this year has extended a bit later than usual. My eyes feel heavy and my shoulders are tight; there are still 4 acres of hemp plants to hang in the barn but for some reason this Sunday feels like finally there is a shift, we are nearly done with this growing season and my mind is relaxed enough to finally...

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Holiday Party at Ship John in Portland, Oregon - December 15

Holiday Party at Ship John in Portland, Oregon - December 15

December 15, 2018 in Portland, Oregon
Showcasing the Limited Edition collaboration collection featuring artwork by Jim Krantz.

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Spring 2019 Build Your Own Custom Hat Workshop

Spring 2019 Build Your Own Custom Hat Workshop

Spring 2019

Build Your Own Custom Hat Workshop

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The 2018 Experiment: Seasonality and Facing Fears

The 2018 Experiment: Seasonality and Facing Fears

For the last 4 years, I have been on a fast paced path with my business, Havstad Hat Company. At the age of 24 I started this company with no idea of where it would lead; I had no expectations and no experience in what a “start-up” would be like. It has been AMAZING, so challenging, so rewarding, and the greatest crash course in entrepreneurship. My love of hatmaking falls right in line with my love of storytelling, of connection and of collaboration. As many of you know, 3 years ago I began volunteering at a...

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Spring 2018 Build Your Own Custom Hat Workshops

Spring 2018 Build Your Own Custom Hat Workshops

Spring 2018

Build Your Own Custom Hat Workshop

March 24th & 25th

March 28th & 29th

Prairie Mountain Folk School

Joseph, Oregon

I am excited to invited you to join us for a 2 day workshop in Joseph, Oregon where you will have the opportunity to learn how to build yourself a custom designed and custom fitted lifetime quality hat. Participants will learn basic hat making skills using original, early 1900s hatters equipment and using methods that have been passed down from generation to generation of...

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