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Silk abaca

I wonder if anyone can help. I know that silk abaca can be dyed “a colour”is it possible to dye it white. I know it’s difficult to get a li…

Started by Carol in ASK A MILLINER

3 May 16, 2023
Reply by Colby Adkins

Where is everyone buying their velour fur felt hoods?

Hi Everyone, The two places in Europe I was finding fur felts in bulk, either have stopped taking orders or the price has tripled. I know t…

Started by Kathleen Gaffey in MILLINERY SUPPLIES

0 May 16, 2023

Millinery Supplies Storage?

I would love to hear recommendations for how to store supplies. Feathers seem to be an especially challenging. I'm currently using an assor…

Started by Cynthia Hicks in ASK A MILLINER

7 May 10, 2023
Reply by LuciaPeter

Felt hat stiffener?

I'm Struggling with getting my felt hats stiff enough. Right now I'm using Hats by Leko hat stiffener. I'm Spraying it on before steaming.…

Started by Shania Fluit in ASK A MILLINER

15 May 9, 2023
Reply by js hopkins

Beginners start up kit

 Please advise me of the necessary tools and equipment that i need as a beginner.  I am working on a tied budget therefore please subscribe…

Started by Diane in ASK A MILLINER

18 May 9, 2023
Reply by js hopkins

Treating feathers

Hi All, I have been given some beautiful feathers from a fellow with a wildlife sanctuary. I need to wash and treat them. I appreciate any…

Started by Bronnie G Millinery in ASK A MILLINER

16 May 9, 2023
Reply by js hopkins

SATIN RIBBON HAT CONSTRUCTION

Hello, I'm looking for anyone who could help me with the construction of Satin Ribbon Hats.  I have a straw braid machine, I'm familiar wit…

Started by FANCY ROSE in ASK A MILLINER

25 May 6, 2023
Reply by FANCY ROSE

Using a Bulasky straw machine

I have recently acquired a Bulasky straw machine and I am wondering if it uses a bobbin thread and if so, how to thread it?  Thank you!

Started by Charlene Manning in HAT CHAT

1 Apr 5, 2023
Reply by Elaine Mergard

HAT BOXES - to box or not to box?

Hello everyone, I have a few questions about hat boxes. When a customer purchases a piece from you do you... -Give them an option of a hat…

Started by Melissa Barnes in ASK A MILLINER

35 Mar 23, 2023
Reply by Jemsnixon

Dyeing leather

Hi and a happy new year wherever you may be! I’m in a cold dark wet UK with a bit of a challenge…..got a client with a beautiful crazy brig…

Started by Penny Cummings in ASK A MILLINER

2 Mar 8, 2023
Reply by Wilbert Stevens

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