Fabric Pillbox Hat (2 days)

£195 inc all materials

This course is aimed at:

• Those who want to expand their knowledge of millinery techniques and create headpieces using any fabrics.

The course will involve:

• Learning how to block a hat base using buckram.
• Learning how to wire, line and cover with silk or fabric for a beautiful professional finish using 1 of the following options;
• Using bias pleats to cover a pillbox.
• Using a ruching technique to cover a pillbox.
• Trims will be taught dependent on previous experience and the requirements of the group but they can include; silk loops, bows and many other techniques.
• You will learn how to professionally finish your hat, how to attach an appropriate head fitting and create a couture lining.

You will leave with:

• A finished fabric pillbox created using either a bias pleat technique or a ruched technique.
• Information on how to create the pillbox from the other technique.
• Knowledge to create further fabric trims.