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Supplies needed to start a small, at home millinery studio.
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Hello everyone, I am new to this site. I have had a life long love of hats. I now have time to indulge my passion and am starting to take millinery classes. I would like to start investing in basic…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Glenna Combs Sep 2, 2015.
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"Thank you for replying. Since I posted this I went to a week long class for millinery instructed by Jan Wutkowski and I have actually begun collecting everything I need, even have ordered some blocks too. I am going to work in a home based studio…"
Sharon Panozzo replied to Glenna Combs's discussion Supplies needed to start a small, at home millinery studio."Hello Glenna and welcome.
The answer will, in part, depend on what type of hats you want to make. Simamay, fabric, buckram, straw, braid, felt, etc. will be only part of what you will need if you want an all around shop but you can pick…"
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Supplies needed to start a small, at home millinery studio.
Hello everyone, I am new to this site. I have had a life long love of hats. I now have time to indulge my passion and am starting to take millinery classes. I would like to start investing in basic supplies that are absolute necessities for a home studio. I have been sewing for years, both by hand and machine. I know hat blocks and a steamer system are needed but, where to begin? What is a necessity vs. a luxury? What are the basic supplies I need to get started? How much money do I need to get…See More
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- I Love Hats Because?
- I love the look of a hat, I love everything about hats. I often feel I should have been from a prior era when everyone wore hats!
- About Me
- I am from Southeastern Kentucky in the USA. I grew up with the heritage of Appalachian mountain crafts and culture. Love all things hand crafted.
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Elaine Mergard said…
Wonderful you found our website Glenna. So pleased you have joined me in Hat Academy and hope you find it inspiring. I am committed to helping you add to your skills.
I set this up to help Beginners -once you learn the basic techniques you will be surprised how creative you can be. Millinery is a creative art & in huge demand currently. Any questions do message me here.
To make the most of Hat Academy remember to read through the Welcome Page - Read here
Enjoy, Elaine
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