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Welcome to your one-stop shop for learning everything there is to know about hat making! This comprehensive 8 module course will guide you from complete beginner to creating your own stylish hats.

Course Structure:

Materials List:

Before we begin, there are a few materials you'll need throughout the course. You can find most of these items at craft stores or online retailers.

  • Millinery supplies: hat blocks, hat bodies, ribbon, trims, millinery needles, thimbles, millinery wire
  • Sewing supplies: thread, scissors, pins, sewing needle
  • Fabric scraps (optional)
  • Straw or felt (optional, depending on the project)

Course Modules:

Module 1: Introduction to Millinery

  • History of hats
  • Different types of hats
  • Millinery tools and materials overview
  • Safety precautions

Module 2: Working with Hat Blocks

  • Understanding hat block shapes and sizes
  • Blocking techniques for felt and straw hats
  • Shaping techniques with steam and water
  • Creating custom hat shapes (optional)

Module 3: Sewing Techniques for Hats

  • Basic hand sewing stitches used in millinery
  • Attaching trims, ribbons, and embellishments
  • Lining a hat
  • Binding a hat brim

Module 4: Fascinator Fundamentals

  • Introduction to fascinators and their history
  • Different types of fascinator bases
  • Creating simple fascinators using feathers, wire, and ribbon
  • Millinery techniques for fascinators (curling feathers, manipulating wire)

Module 5: Embellishment Magic

  • Exploring different hat embellishments (flowers, buttons, beads)
  • Learning how to create your own fabric flowers
  • Techniques for attaching embellishments securely
  • Designing a cohesive look for your hat

Module 6: Beyond the Basics: Working with Fabric

  • Choosing fabrics for hat making
  • Constructing a fabric hat from scratch
  • Techniques for gathering, ruching, and pleating fabric for hats
  • Creating a structured fabric hat with buckram

Module 7: Dyeing and Painting Techniques

  • Dyeing straw hats for a unique look
  • Techniques for hand-painting hats
  • Creating patterns and designs on your hat
  • Safety tips for working with dyes and paints

Module 8: Hat Care and Maintenance

  • Proper storage for your hats
  • Cleaning techniques for different hat materials
  • Repairing minor damages
  • Showcasing and wearing your hat creations with confidence!

Diploma in Hat Making

190,00$ Prix original
35,15$Prix promotionnel
  • Digital Certificate of Completion

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