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Would you like to receive a POSTCARD from a Hatter somewhere in Australia? This is a great option for those who don’t want to write a full letter to a penpal (like in our penpal exchange), but would like to… Continue Reading →
Would you like to be partnered up with other Hatters from around Australia to receive lovely personalised handwritten letters like we all used to do before computers took over? If so, join in our penpals project! Signups now closed for… Continue Reading →
If you would like membership certificates for “Australian Red Hatting”, we have a few options you can download and print. Designed for use by Hatters (with a spot for your name) and/or for chapters (with a spot for the chapter… Continue Reading →
If you would like membership cards for “Australian Red Hatting”, we have a few options you can download and print. We have provided options that use the term “chapter” as well as the term “group”, as well as a few… Continue Reading →
I don’t know how they all come about, but there are celebrations for almost every day of the year. Here are some ideas for Hatting Hoots you could do for these. You could plan well in advance for some of… Continue Reading →
~ Important info on using online images When doing Hatter promo things, it’s important to remember that you can only use images that you have created yourself, or that you have the rights (permission) to use – otherwise it’s a… Continue Reading →
Please note the following information is NOT legal advice and is here to give you a very basic understanding of the issue of Public Liability Insurance as it relates to Red Hatting. If you have any questions about insurance or… Continue Reading →
Generally speaking, Hatters don’t do fundraising. However there may be times when chapters want to raise money to help a particular charity, or to raise chapter funds for convention costuming or other chapter needs. Fundraising ideas: Fines – Charge a… Continue Reading →
Sometimes it’s fun to offer a “Lucky Door Prize” to attendees at an event. This can be a small prize or something larger, something themed to your event or a general Hatting theme. Here’s some suggestions for how to award… Continue Reading →
The REDuation ceremony celebrates the progression from Pink (under 50) to Red (over 50) years old. Ideas: The Reduate can wear a pink hat which is then passed to the next youngest Pinkie to represent passing on of knowledge, that… Continue Reading →
New members can be welcomed with a ceremony where they can be presented with their name-badge and officially be given their Royal name. You may also like to give them a Hatter survival Kit. There are pledges/vows the new member… Continue Reading →
The Coronation ceremony for a Queen can be whatever you want it to be. If a chapter starts off small, the Coronation can be done after the chapter has grown. Perhaps done on the 1st anniversary of the chapter or… Continue Reading →
A sash is a great way to display your bling brooches without damaging your clothing (or needing to move them onto different outfits). Having a “Red Sash Ceremony” is a lovely way to celebrate a member becoming part of your… Continue Reading →
These are several examples of pledges/vows a new member or REDuating member can say during a ceremony. Authors are unknown. You can tailor these to your own needs. Pledge Example #1 “I solemnly swear that I will greet middle age… Continue Reading →
Some chapters have celebrations they do for Christmas and Birthdays. Some chapters will send members a birthday card on their birthday, or mention all the birthdays for the month in their newsletters. Chapter funds may be used to pay for… Continue Reading →
You may like to hold a larger get-together with ladies from other local chapters, or open it up to invite any Hatters from around Victoria or even around Australia. Running a larger event can be a bit daunting so here… Continue Reading →
Please note the following information is NOT legal advice and is here to give you a very basic understanding of indemnity waivers as they relate to Red Hatting. If you have any questions please see a professional Lawyer. In layman’s… Continue Reading →
Chapter names can be fun, quirky or simply descriptive. Try to make sure there isn’t already a chapter in your state or country with the same name, to avoid confusion! When thinking up a name, think of some terms you… Continue Reading →
So you have a Hatting Chapter (group) but you would like to get new members in (or you’re just starting a group and need members)? Here’s some tips that might help you. Bring a friend – Allowing members to bring… Continue Reading →
Can’t find a chapter in your area? Have a group of friends interested in Hatting? While it is great to be part of an existing chapter, so that you are part of a group that already has its own traditions… Continue Reading →
