Create a Fascinator Hat with a Designer

Name: Create a Fascinator Hat with a Designer
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Learn traditional millinery skills and create your own fascinator hat

Created byElena Shvab

Last updated 2/2021

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What you'll learn

How to make a fascinator hat
traditional millinery skills
materials and tools used in hat making
blocking a hat base shape
creating decorations for a fascinator
attaching a hat with elastic

Course content

1 section • 16 lectures • 55m total length

Introduction0:37
Tools and Materials3:13
In this section you will learn about the tools and materials you will need in order to create a Fascinator hat. A list of materials is attached, please note, the links are only a guide so you can see more clearly what the materials are.
Materials will vary for every Country and may not always be available.
As an option, you can purchase the materials yourself or you can order a learning kit directly from me. The kit includes all necessary materials so you can start making. Contact info@elenashvab.com for more details
Hat Block1:31
In this section you will learn about traditional and alternative hat blocks that are used in hat making.
Cutting the Sinamay1:15
Learn how to measure and cut the material and the importance of the bias.
Blocking the Sinamay5:40
This section is dedicated to the process of blocking by stretching the sinamay over the hat block.
Taking off the Hat Block2:24
This section shows how to carefully remove blocked material from the hat block.
Trimming the Blocked Hat Base1:10
Learn about different shapes you can make for your fascinator hat base.
Wiring the Hat Base3:34
In this section you will learn how to manipulate and attach the wire to a hat base.
Creating a Bias Strip5:51
Easy to follow technique of creating a sinamay bias strip that will be used for trimming of a hat base.
Attaching Bias Strip to the Hat Base6:12
This section shows how to attach a bias strip to a hat base, how to create neat and accurate finish.
Decorations 1: Pleating a Sinamay Fan6:50
After blocking and trimming a hat base, it's time to start making decorations. First decoration is a pleated sinamay fan. This section will teach you how to measure, cut and manipulate the material to create a stunning decoration.
Decorations 2: Creating a Wide Bias Strip3:23
Second decoration is a wide bias strip. We will use same technique as for making bias strip for trimming, but will use different measurements.
Decorations 3: Sewing the Veil1:44
The most attractive part of making a fascinator is decorating a veil. This section will teach you how to manipulate and work with veiling.
Attaching the Decorations on the Hat Base7:57
As all decorations are ready, it's time to put the together. This section will show how to arrange and securely attach all parts together.
Sewing the Elastic3:06
The last step is to stitch the elastic that helps to secure the hat on the head.
Thank you for Watching0:49

Requirements

basic millinery materials, the list is provided

Description

Are you a hat lover, and would you like to learn how to make your own hat? Join London based milliner Elena Shvab in her studio for a hat making class and create a beautiful fascinator.

This workshop will enable you to create your own fabulous fascinator hat, and leave with the skills to carry on creating more. You’ll learn how to block a fascinator base, manipulate sinamay straw, use wire, work with veiling, and learn traditional millinery stitches. By the end of the session you will gain invaluable millinery skills and create a beautiful finished hat.

Each video contains a detailed step by step tutorial and process of making a fascinator hat using traditional millinery skills. Elena will guide you and explaining every detail. You will also learn what materials to prepare in order to start making.

As an option, a material kit including all necessary materials is available to purchase. For more information please contact me directly.

Elena Shvab is a London-based milliner and textile designer. Taking inspiration from nature, history, contemporary art and modern culture, she works with bold shapes and experimental textile techniques to create dramatic silhouettes.

Elena is an experienced millinery tutor, also offers hat-making workshops and private millinery tuition in her London studio and online. She teaches both traditional and modern hat making and shares helpful technique videos on the Elena Shvab Millinery YouTube Channel.

Who this course is for:

Anyone who loves creating