My name is Heather Daveno. I am a self taught American artisan, inspired by the arts and cultures of medieval Asia and Europe, and the flora and fauna of the Pacific Northwest. Lao, the Chinese word for "old", is a play on words for the hats I craft from vintage coats, reclaimed textiles and found objects. Each one is a hand-crafted, limited edition piece of warm, wearable art that is historically based, yet timeless…