Sixteen Stafford retirees came together at TriCare Stafford Lakes Retirement Community to fascinate and create their own Melbourne Cup headpieces in a hands-on workshop led by Brisbane milliner Gina Shaw.
Residents Dive Into Millinery Fun
The millinery workshop, held on 30 October, allowed residents to bring their creativity to life ahead of the Melbourne Cup festivities on 5 November.
Participants were invited to create custom fascinators and headpieces, with several residents even bringing dresses to match their designs. Among the attendees was Isobel Maughan, who crafted a fascinator adorned with bright feathers and pink roses. She described the workshop as a fun opportunity to connect with other residents while preparing for one of her favourite annual events.
TriCare Stafford Lakes Village Manager Andrea Lambie noted that the workshop was a lively affair, with residents enthusiastically collaborating and selecting accessories. She emphasised that events like this help unite the community and provide participants a creative outlet.
Excitement Builds for Melbourne Cup Luncheon
The workshop sets the stage for TriCare’s Melbourne Cup luncheon on Tuesday. Residents will showcase their finished pieces at the event, including a festive spread complete with sparkling wine and appetisers. This marks the second year TriCare has hosted such a millinery workshop, following a successful debut last year at their Mt Gravatt location.
TriCare plans to continue hosting creative and social activities that foster connections among residents. According to Lambie, these workshops encourage residents to socialise and share their creativity in a welcoming environment, which many in the community appreciate.
Stafford residents are encouraged to contact TriCare’s team or visit its website for more information on its services and future community events.
Published 2-Nov-2024
