Honeymoon/ Valentine Millinery - Couple's Felt or Straw Millinery Workshop
Description
Celebrate your new beginning together with a unique two-day immersive workshop that allows newlyweds to explore the art of millinery together. This hands-on course will enable couples to block, shape, and manipulate wool felt or straw into the hat of their dreams. Whether you envision a classic Fedora, a stylish Trilby, a timeless boater, or a unique design of your own, you’ll have the creative freedom to bring your vision to life. Day 1: Foundations of Hat Making Preparing and Blocking Felt or Straw: You’ll begin by selecting your desired hat style and preparing your materials. Learn how to properly stiffen the felt or straw and use steam to stretch and shape it over a wooden hat block, creating a firm and beautiful base for your design. Day 2: Personalising Your Design Wiring Techniques: You’ll be taught how to wire your hat to ensure it retains its shape, along with methods for curving and stitching petersham ribbon seamlessly into your design. Mastering invisible stitching techniques will add a professional touch to your work. Trimming and Decorating: With the basic structure of your hat complete, you’ll explore various trims, fabrics, and embellishments to give your hat a personal flair. Couples will have the opportunity to experiment with different decorative elements, making their hats truly unique. Enhance Your Experience: For an added touch of sophistication, consider pairing the workshop with an afternoon tea or glass or two of bubbly or a G&T tasting. Alternatively, we could arrange a chic photoshoot with a professional photographer. This combination guarantees a classy and unforgettable experience for the newly weds fostering creativity and bonding. Pricing and workshop durations may vary depending on the level of assistance required. We will collaborate with you to design a tailored experience that meets your specific needs and preferences. You’ll leave with beautifully crafted, custom-felt hats made entirely by you, perfect for wearing on special occasions or as cherished keepsakes from your honeymoon. This Honeymoon Package workshop provides a unique bonding experience for newlyweds, allowing them to create lasting memories while developing a new skill.
What's included in the price?
All materials and equipment. Access to advanced tools and equipment. Core materials such as wires, dyes, stiffeners, and adhesives provided; Specialty supplies available for purchase. Personalised instruction and mentorship.
Duration
10 hours
Cancellation policy
Medium - Cancellation and a full refund can be obtained up to 4 weeks before the course starts
Maker
Virna Pasquinelli is a renowned, fashion-focused milliner and maker with an intense passion and pride for her craft. Since graduating from Kensington and Chelsea College, Virna worked with leading milliners such as Phillip Treacy, Jane Taylor and Piers Atkinson before establishing her Surrey-based studio specialising in fashion and theatrical millinery; designing for prominent fashion designers and award-winning global productions, with a client list including Disney, Harris Reid, Vogue, Catherine Walker & Co and work regularly gracing international catwalks and fashion editorials. A proud member of the esteemed British Hat Guild, Pasquinelli is known for her daring designs and impeccable craftsmanship, each piece is a work of art combining exquisite, traditional millinery with a contemporary philosophy and passion for style and detail.
Suitable for
- Adults
- Seniors
- Teenagers
- Advanced/pro level
- Parking provided
- Suitable for beginners
- Intermediate level
- Romantic
