This percher hat from Isabelle Nguyen is made from a variety of vintage materials. Black wool hand blocked hat base, 1930s feathered bird ornament, 1930s silk spider web patterned veiling, 1950s cotton spun cotton cherries from Germany, and 1950s black rose leaves from Germany.…

"What sewing machine is recommended by all you experienced milliners out there?"
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Working in the leading London millinery houses of Stephen Jones, Noel Stewart, Edwina Ibbotson and Phillip Treacy has given Lydia Wall the confidence to establish her own label “Lydia Wall Millinery” at Crouch End, London. Her millinery journey started when she tried to repair her juggler’s bowler hat. To learn…

Every piece in Carrie Jenkinson's collection has a twist or turn no matter whether it is elegant, eccentric or ethereal. For someone who started just making fascinators, her training has since led to bigger things having caught the attention of the Royal Family and…

Couture Millinery involves much hand stitching but to save time even the best do a little spot glueing very discreetly. To avoid glue everywhere follow this procedure.
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Appreciate the detail of this headpiece with the contrast in texture within the components. Eugenia Jimenez creates specialised headwear which she sells through her store in Seville, Spain. Her styling with cutwork gives each creation a  distinctive look. Meeting the needs of her community Eugenia also offers a…

Former fashion buyer turned milliner, Robyn Coles produces these hand made winter wool felt berets  in her shop in Wales.…

Suitable for pillbox hats or tailored styles. Wooden Hat Block 9cm high. Made from durable light weight, easy pin straight grained Milkwood, made to order.
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Sonia Wooten-Gill started to learn sewing at seven years of age and only recently discovered hat making but is certainly addicted! This classic felt fedora has such class with a simple feather trim. No matter which season Sonia now creates hats to suit all, including the all season turban. …

Crinoline is often used as a trim but in this tutorial learn to transform it into a beautiful ethereal translucent brim by joining, wiring and binding.
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The art of millinery helps Edith "to extend my creative abilities", take a look at various headwear items she has created.

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In 2013  ‘Bronnie G Millinery” was established upon completion of TAFE College studies. Bronwyn’s love of creativity to make hats to match both personality & the style of her clients will keep her moving forward to develop her business. How confident does this client look in this silk abaca headpiece featuring…

This hand sculptured felt has the 20’s influence cloche look tipped with a vintage feather. This gives us a peep at the quality design of experienced Sydney milliner, Ilana Meilak. So whether you need headwear for High Tea Elegance or a 50’s Glam straw hat, a trendy studded leather turban or a Swan Lake bridal piece…

Hat Academy tutor, Elaine Mergard was thrilled to have Camille Parham of Mings House of Millinery Fashion, from North Carolina USA attend the 10 day …

Learn how to trim your hat with perfect balance.
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The 2013 London Fashion Parade featuring the Nomi Ansari collection also showcased Lisa Jayne Millinery headwear. UK designers often collaborate with Lisa Jayne Mc Connon from Hertsfordshire for that special piece to accentuate their catwalk collection. As a result, stylists…

Be prepared with this collection of millinery stitching techniques.
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I have to tell everyone about the wonderful time I had attending the McGregor Summer School at the University of Southern Queensland, Australia held 8-19 January 2014. I spent the last 10 days receiving millinery training from Elaine Mergard founder of the Hat Academy. The time and attention she gave to her students during this session was phenomenal.

The course covered everything from basic blocking to silk flower making, advance millinery and more. Elaine revealed helpful tips shown…

This tutorial outlines a system to create a double crown and includes how to cut away a portion of the crown to expose the trim concept. When the hat design has a measure of intrigue the customer will give it the second glance and possible purchase. Double crowns with hidden trims will do just that. 

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Steampunk stems from a fantasy world that embraces steam power. It is rooted in the 19th Century era’s perspective on fashion, culture, architectural style, and art with a futuristic appeal. Shurie Southcott who was trained as a “French Room Milliner” is now the head milliner for a Steampunk clothing…