Hat Academy's Blog – February 2013 Archive (29)

STRIKING SIMPLICITY

Antoinette O’Mahony, a milliner and jewellery designer from Ardfert, Co. Kerry in Ireland worked as a Montessori teacher where she was able to give full expression to her creative side for 24 years. Now after training in jewellery & Millinery she works from her home based studio. Such is her love for creating her works of art that she often wakes with the" jump out of bed, I have it hat " feeling!…

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HAT HINTS - WORKING WITH PUZZLE BLOCKS

Puzzle blocks or five piece blocks are used when blocking berets and mad hatter crowns. The collar area is smaller than the width of the top of crown. To pull block out of blocked hat we need to remove block in stages. To ensure easy removal of five pieces here is a simple tip.
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Marketplace - Emerald Velour Cloche

Classic 1920s-style cloche in emerald green fur felt with a velour finish. Trimmed with a grosgrain band that has been accented with a beaded Art Deco-inspired motif.
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Hat Classes - Fascinators & Headpieces

Fascinators and Headpieces can be made in different shapes using different components. All the techniques are explained in detail plus tips to trim & line your headpiece will  give a quality finish. By learning how to add fabric you can co-ordinate with your clients outfit.

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GEORGINA HEFFERNAN NEW COLLECTION

Georgina Heffernan launches the first three collections. The designer led millinery brand stays true to its style: vintage, femininity and exclusivity.
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Hearts of Columbus

Catherine Trudel is all about pin-up retro styles, the belle epoque, punk rock and roll! As a newcomer Catherine is showing fine quality in workmanship. Living in Boissy St Leger, France fashion comes naturally. This is such a stylish cloche from her "Hearts of Columbus" collection. Check out her "tams" (tam o'shanter) in her gallery, sooo 60ish!…

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FASHIONS LATEST COLOUR TREND?

Fashion has reclaimed the colour emerald as the hue du jour. What do you think of fashions latest colour trend?
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Hat Classes - Felt Hats

Fabulous felt moulds easily with thorough steaming. It is the most creative medium in millinery as no risk of fraying. Detailed in this lesson is blocking wiring, stiffening & binding to give fabulous finish.
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L'atelier Chic Bibi

ChicBibi Modiste or Milliner states, "Each face has its glitter; let us help you discover your own…" Such a lovely way to connect with your customers. No wonder business is thriving in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. This velvet boater has pure vintage personae..straight from a 1940s movie maybe. The millinery range to buy or hire offers an inviting variety.

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