GETTING STARTED

How learning online with Hat Academy works.
To begin Sign Up and select the lesson you wish to learn.

1. Read the individual lesson requirements and prepare or purchase materials before you pay for the lesson.

2. Treat the Lessons as a face to face lecture & demonstration. Use a note book to make notes on each lesson for Future reference.

3. You are able to access the lesson from the time your purchase is processed. You may review the lesson as many times as you wish during the lifetime of your membership of Hat Academy.

4. The lessons are designed as a complete course in sequence as listed but give you the liberty to choose which lesson & when.

5. Some students may wish to do more than one lesson at a time. This is governed by your time available to complete tasks set for each lesson.

6. It is essential for you to maximise your learning by completing all tasks. I would prefer you to take it slower to actually do the work then race through the Lessons & only learn half the techniques taught - practice makes perfect. Participate in Discussions and learn together. Share a photo of your completed hat or headpiece to encourage others to achieve.

7. Time required refers to average time you need to spend to complete home work. Some videos can be very technically comprehensive with 8-10hrs required to complete work. Basic Course does not demand as much time but as you gain experience the Home assignment is more demanding. Work at your pace.

8. All students will work at a rate according to their experience in basic sewing & creative skills – unlike in a formal class you are never left behind. Remember experience demands your time.

9. Additional lessons coming soon. Keep your eye out for Pillboxes, Cocktail Hats, Headpieces, Hatinators , French Flower making, Crinoline brims and so much more.

10. The benefits of online learning include:
• Convenience - you can access a computer or ipad from home, libraries, work & internet cafes.
• It's self paced, so you can study at your own pace.
• Study at any time of the day.
• You don't have to worry about your location, transport or parking.
• You can fit your study commitments around your family and lifestyle.
• You can discuss hat topics with other milliners via our online discussions.

"To create the next generation of Milliners by teaching techniques enabling each one to develop their unique creativity"
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Permalink Reply by Renee Brown on June 4, 2012 at 3:31am

Hi Elaine,

Once we purchase a lesson, is there a set time frame during which we have access to the materials? Or will we have continued access to each one we've purchased to refer back to as we progress through the subsequent lessons?

Thanks!

Renee

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Permalink Reply by Elaine Mergard on June 4, 2012 at 1:11pm

Absolutely Renee. It is all about you grasping the techniques to make hats and as a trained teacher I realise you will need to refer back to the lessons. You may review the lesson as many times as you wish during the lifetime of your membership of Hat Academy.

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Permalink Reply by Rica on September 17, 2012 at 8:09am

How does the membership work. Do I pay for each lesson that I want to sign up for? What is a liftime mebership

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Permalink Reply by Hat Academy on September 17, 2012 at 10:01am

You are a Member now just by logging in - free. Lessons are au $39.95 each You have access to that lesson for the lifetime you are still in Hat Academy. Adding plenty more lessons soon.

I hope you find it inspiring and I am here to help you gain these skills as others around the world are.

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Permalink Reply by Pauline Love on September 25, 2012 at 7:08pm

hi how do i pay

for the lessons

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Permalink Reply by Elaine Mergard on September 25, 2012 at 7:30pm

Hi Pauline, Click on Lessons on top banner Choose the lesson then click on Start here and it takes you to make a payment via Pay Pal which is totally secure.

Always check content of lesson ,watch trailer and requirements detailing sinamay ,wire etc you need. Looking forward to sharing my skills with you.

Elaine

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Permalink Reply by Sheila L. Dozier on October 21, 2012 at 7:22am

Do you get to rerun this course as many times as needed? Is it always available to you?

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Permalink Reply by Hat Academy on October 21, 2012 at 7:33am

Yes Sheila. You have access for your lifetime as a member here in Hat Academy. As a trained teacher I know the value of going over & over a lesson. I am teaching this weekend with Qld Museum and a student said she would also pay for Hat Academy lesson as she forgets all the details when she comes to do it again at home. I am here to help you add to your skills. Best Wishes - Elaine

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Permalink Reply by Jessica Connelly on November 14, 2012 at 9:35pm

hello!

I am really interested in starting some of these courses online, does it make a difference- as i dont live in the US?

Thank you

Jess

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Permalink Reply by Elaine Mergard on November 14, 2012 at 9:54pm

Hi Jessica,

The internet has broken down all the obstacles allowing anyone around the world to learn these skills in comfort of their own Home. I am here to help you that is my commitment to students to answer their questions and help you achieve. If you have any questions do get back to me Jessica. I am only an email away.

Enjoy, Elaine

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Permalink Reply by yolanda on January 24, 2013 at 1:58am

To get started when and how do we pay for the lessons, like you
Know I'm in port elizabeth and do not have a visa. I'm willing to pay in any way
But don't have a credit card