From Paintings to Hard Hats. Combining Strength and Beauty.
“Beauty isn’t the opposite of grit. It’s the mark of a woman who brings both.”
Each Collywobbles hard hat is a one-of-a-kind wearable artwork — designed for women who work hard, rise early, and deserve beauty and strength on every shift. Collywobbles brings light, laughter, and individuality to the job site.
About- Artist Colleen Martin
The Spirit of Collywobbles is about feeling good and confident.
These hats began as my paintings — each one a story about the magic of a place or a moment.
My good friend Carol once asked if she could have my art printed on her custom hard hat, and she said other women would love them too.
She was right. Buyers like Carol embody a special kind of story — women who dare to show up fully. They want to shine through, even in the dust and steel of the day.
They are brave and strong, and they let their hearts sing.
More Than a Hat
Collywobbles isn’t just a brand — it’s a reminder that work and beauty can coexist.
When you wear your Collywobbles Hard Hat, you wear a story — yours, ours, and the spirit of every woman who dares to show up fully.
I’d love for you to share your photos and stories with us on Instagram — @collywobbleshardhats.
FUNFACT: Collywobbles?
Besides my chidhood nickname Collywobbles comes from an old English word meaning “a flutter in the belly” — that excited, nervous, alive feeling you get when something deeply matters.
It’s the mix of courage and vulnerability before doing something brave.
To me, it’s that little tremble of anticipation — like standing at the edge of something new, that tiny catch in your chest before saying “yes” to something bold.”
For Collywobbles Hard Hats, it’s the courage to show up as yourself in a tough environment — bringing beauty where it’s least expected.
It’s about living bravely, softly, and truthfully — with color, strength, and heart
Sarah Donnelly
“The Statement Piece Everyone Notices” “I never thought I’d get compliments on a hard hat — until now. The moment I walked on site, everyone asked where I got it. It’s bright, original, and totally me. I work in construction, and this makes me feel like I’m showing up as myself, not just another person in hi-vis. It’s tough, safe, and somehow art. I’ll never go back to plain white again.”
Melina Ward – Machinery Operator
“Finally, Work Gear That Feels Like Me” “I’ve worked in mining for 12 years, and this is the first piece of gear that actually makes me smile every morning. My Collywobbles hard hat feels like part of who I am — strong, creative, and feminine without losing any practicality. Everyone knows which one’s mine, and that’s the best part — no more mixing them up!” — Samantha L., Mine Operations, Pilbara Region
Jasmine Hale – Safety Coordinator
“Art That Works as Hard as I Do” “As a tradie, I’m not usually one for fancy gear — but this? It’s next level. It looks incredible, fits perfectly, and has that ‘one-of-a-kind’ energy that makes me proud to wear it. It’s more than just a hard hat — it’s a conversation starter, a mood lifter, and a reminder that safety can still have soul.”