Monday, September 14th, 8:45 AM – 11:45 AM and 1:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Tuesday, September 15th, 8:45 AM – 11:45 AM and 1:15 PM – 5:15 PM
Sculpting with a fascinating new material – “SinaSilk” with Maor Zabar
Description:
Silk and sinamay are two well-known materials in the world of hat
making—but what happens when you combine them? Inspired by the scarcity of raw materials and a desire to break traditional conventions, Maor has developed SinaSilk: a unique textile created by blending these two materials through an innovative process that harnesses the advantages of both.
In this class, we will explore the qualities of silk and sinamay, uncover the secret method behind SinaSilk, and learn how to manipulate this new material creatively. We’ll design patterns, experiment with various painting techniques, and transform flat textiles into stunning three-dimensional masterpieces.
Maor will guide you step-by-step from initial concept to the assembly of all pieces, culminating in a wearable work of art that showcases the beauty of this innovative
material.
Keywords: #sinamay #silk
Skill level: Advanced /Intermediate
The magic of bias sinamay
with Edwina Ibbotson
Description:
In this 2-day class with Edwina, you will master the craft of creating a big brim hat from a vibrant palette of sinamay and/or windowpane sinamay. Edwina will share how to create dramatic silhouettes of unparalleled elegance for which her own designs are known and recognized in the Royal Ascot Style Guide. This refined technique can also be used to create an extended brim upon a classic boater.
Keywords: #boater #sinamay
Skill level: Advanced /Intermediate
Buntal Straw Boaters and Trims
with Jenny Roberts
Description:
Elevate your millinery skills with the “Straw Buntal Boater” 2 day class! This technique-based class carefully guides you through how to create boaters using percher blocks or a shallow crown. The clever bit is you don’t need a brim block and the different techniques allow you to create and keep a perfectly straight brim.
Designed for those eager to advance their craft, this course focuses on creating sophisticated crown and brim hats using fosshape as a foundation, sinamay as an underside and a buntal matt as the top layer.
Master the art of assembling these layers, wiring the boater’s edge, and achieving a professional internal finish. Learn the craft of perfect head fittings using a 3 prong handmade wired techniques. Finalise your design with a trim in veiling, tuelle or crin.
Walk away with a stable, beautifully finished buntal straw boater that holds its shape, along with versatile skills adaptable to various hat designs and the creation of 3-prong comfortable bespoke headbands. Expand your hat-making repertoire of techniques with this enriching course!
Keywords: #boater #buntal
Skill level: Intermediate
Crafting Felt Hats: Artistic Block Mastery
with Biliana Borissova
Description:
Join Biliana Borissova in a two-day felt blocking class featuring artistically modified hat blocks! This class promises a unique experience for milliners of all skill levels, but is an excellent course for beginners to learn felt blocking and using felt cut-offs to make beautiful trim! Students will delve into the art of shaping and crafting felt hats, using creatively modified hat blocks. These modified basic blocks allow for the creation of truly one-of-a-kind headpieces.
Students will learn essential techniques such as steaming, stretching, and shaping felt over the blocks to achieve desired forms. Biliana ensures that students not only hone their craft but also explore their creativity in personalizing each block and finished hat. The workshop is an excellent opportunity to immerse oneself in the world of millinery, leaving with both newfound skills and a distinctive handmade hat.
Keywords: #felt #blocking
Skill level: All. Good for beginners