Description: Jane Taylor will help you overcome problem pieces and materials using couture methods!

Students will bring their problematic pieces to the class and discuss in the joint forum methods for improvements!

Skill level: All

Great Gatsby/Downton Abbey Inspired 1910-1920’s Flapper Headpiece

So many holiday parties have a Downton Abbey or 1920’s theme and every women needs a fabulous headpiece to finish off their ensemble. Using a multitude of appliqués, sequins, diamantes, beads and more, we will show you how to create your very own headwear perfect for any themed 1910-1920’s party or New Years celebration.

Skill level: All

Description: Any student can have a little fun in this class. Using straw braids or crinoline straw, add some tinsel braid from Christmas or perhaps create rouleaux in multiple colours and away we go. Structured and therefore distinct, these little elfin petals can take many forms. They can serve to add texture or interest or a colour note. They can come together to make an elegant trimming when flowers and feathers just seem too heavy-handed. A handy tool to have tucked away in any milliner’s coterie of creative solutions.

Skill level: All

Description:

Pleat, tuck, smock, ruche… these are all examples of ways to manipulate fabric, creating dimensionality as well as captivating patterns and textures. Fabric manipulation elevates your fabric and the final design. In this 3 hr class, students will create several small samples to practice techniques such as smocking and ruching, then pick a favorite to apply to a pre-made fascinator base.

Skill level: All

Description:

Learn how to take advantage of all the leftovers from your work with felt! During this class, you will learn to cut out and create three-dimensional elements. You can also introduce feathers as a complimentary element to optimize the decorative effect.

Skill level: All

Edwina will share her tips and tricks for covering headbands using draping, gathering and pleating methods. And the trickiest – a clean fabric-covered band. Edwina will also share how to block a headband with a smooth
fabric finish.

Skill level: All