DVDs & Books

  • One of a series of instructional DVDs from Diana Cavagnaro. • Learn about different types of felt • Wool felt • Fur Felt • Beaver Felt • Foundation Felt • History of felt • How felt is made • Felt hoods or capelines • How to block, & size felt. • A variety of edge bindings for the brim • Make a lining • Applying a sweatband • Stitches most commonly used in Millinery
  • One of a series of instructional DVDs from Diana Cavagnaro. In this DVD you will: • Learn about wooden blocks • Block a buckram crown and flat pattern a curved brim • How to cover the frame with an interlining and a fabric • Edge bindings for the brim such as: • Petersham or millinery grosgrain • Bias strip of fabric • Corded edge • Flat Pattern a fitted lining • Applying a sweatband • Stitches most commonly used in Millinery
  • Straw Hat Class, by Diana L. Cavagnaro. 2000. 55 minutes.Well presented instructions for making a straw hat including blocking and trim techniques.
    • How to dye, block and size straw
    • Decorating and trimming
    • Making a lining
    • Sew in a sweat band
    • How to edge the brim
    • Making a pancake travel hat
  • In depth instructional dvd on the art of hatmaking by Davyne Dial. An opportunity to learn all the secret techniques of hatmaking from a designer of 30 years.
  • In this issue #76:

    • Men's hats manufacturers
    • Melbourne Cup Carnival
    • Workroom technique: abaca scrunch
    • and more...
  • In this issue

    • Visiting Texas
    • Trade shows A/W 2018/19
    • Workroom technique: Fosshape foundation
    • Promoting Your Business on Social Media
    • and more...
  • In this issue #62:
    • NHVHat Competition
    • New Zealand Hat Designer Myra Lloyd
    • La Chapellerie | Atelier-Musee du Chapeau contest
    • Events held around the world
    • And More...
  • In this issue #62:
    • Photo reports from Prinsjesdag, Caussade and Goodwood Revival
    • Netherlands Hat Designer Nienke Visser
    • Colours and trends for Winter 2018/19
    • Events held around the world
    • Tips And More...
  • In this issue:

    • The captain's cap
    • Trade shows S/S 2019
    • Workroom technique: Leather brim
    • Millinery MeetUp Review
    • Selling on Social Media
  • In this issue #64:
    • Photo reports of Oaks Day 2018
    • Interviews with Harvey Santos, William Chambers, Marga van der bos and Ingeborg Steenhorst
    • Events held around the world
    • Tips on lining a hat
  • In this issue:
    • Sustainability
    • Getting Inspired
    • Exhibits-Events-Awards
  • In this issue #65:
    • Fashions on the Field at Melbourne Cup 2019
    • Interview with Rob De Groot
    • Events & Exhibits held around the world
    • Tips on hat storage
  • Out of stock
    In this issue #66:
    • A photo report of Royal Ascot
    • The winners and all other entries of the NHV Hat Competition 2019
    • How to start your own hat shop
    • Tips about securing your hat and much more.
  • In this issue:
    • Hats from Royal Ascot and other early summer events
    • End of Term Reports
    • What is Social Listening and How Can I Apply it to Millinery
    • Exhibits-Events-Trade Shows
  • In this issue #67:
    • Interviews with Alice So and Denise Innes-Spencer
    • Events - Lithuania Straw Festival, PrinsjesHatwalk Competition
    • Images from Les Estivales du Chapeau Caussade
    • Continued article on Tips about securing your hat
  • In this issue:
    • Mut Zum Hut, Germany and ComicCon, New York
    • Japan - Manufacturers & Suppliers
    • Traveling with Hats
    • Workroom Techniques
    • Exhibits-Events-Trade Shows-Trends
  • One of a series of instructional DVDs from Diana Cavagnaro. • How to take an accurate head measurement • Flat pattern: a pillbox or sailor hat • Construct a buckram frame • Cover it with fabric • Make a tailored lining • Apply a sweat band • Stitches most commonly used in Millinery
  • Out of stock
    One of a series of instructional DVDs from Diana Cavagnaro. • Begin with a buckram frame for a fascinator, bridal headpiece, or cocktail hat. • Covering the buckram frame with an interlining • Applying fabric • Applying trim • Finishing the interior with a lining • Applying a braid • A variety of ways to anchor the hat to the head • Stitches most commonly used in Millinery
  • In depth tutorial on the art of handmade silk roses and gardenias. In depth tutorial on the art of handmade silk roses and gardenias. An opportunity to learn the secret techniques of a designer with 25 years experience in hatmaking and design. Learn this lost art form, and recreate real silk roses and gardenias reminiscent of flowers made by couture designers in times gone by. Two Hours of instruction in 2 DVD set.
  • By Stella Remiasz. 1992. soft, 9x11 inch, 75pgs. Advanced lessons for professional bridal headwear and dressy millinery.
  • Covers a wide variety of styles and fabrics with detailed instructions for the design and construction of millinery creations.
  • Out of stock
    By Tim Dial. 2003. 128pgs. Whether a beret or brimmed hat, in straw, felt, or cloth. Hats can define a time and place, be it on the street or on stage. An all around excellent beginner's book.
  • Author: Brett Ours Drager. 1992. soft cover, 40 pp Reg. Basic millinery information on flat pattern hats and 28 pull-out patterns. Mix and match the crown and brim patterns to create your own sweet versions.
  • In this issue #68:
    • Interviews with Irene Van Vugt and Marianne Jongkind
    • Events - The Goodwood Revival which always has lovely hats and fashions being worn
    • Images from several Hat walks and events
    • Continued article on Tips about securing your hat
    • The NHV Hat Competition information -- deadline is 1 Feb 2020!
  • In this issue:
    • Getting it straight with stiffeners
    • Melbourne Cup Carnival 2019
    • A visit to Spain - milliners, hatblock makers and other resources
    • Workroom technique 'Sinamay top hat' by Donna Hartley Millinery
    • and much more.
  • In this issue:
    • an interview with Marianne Jongkind
    • a visit to Hatland
    • information about hat and head sizes
    • trends and colors for summer and much more
  • In this issue:
    • Auctioned hats
    • Trade shows A/W 20/21
    • Workroom technique: Sewing straw braid
    • Judith's article on Mindful Millinery and several other inspirational write-ups.
  • In this issue #70:
    • Interviews with Ronald Von Der Kemp
    • The Ute Patel Hat Collection
    • 70 Tips and Tricks from milliners everywhere
  • A Millinery Handbook, an excellent guide for beginners, and still, there are things for the advanced milliner to learn. NOTE: My apologies for the price increase. This will always have a floating price because of converting from Euros to Dollars. I keep a slim markup on this book. The higher price reflects our current exchange rate.
  • Hatlines Fall number is out! In this issue, we interview Carina Marcon and Judith Boyd, tips for making pressed pads, cleaning old hats sewing machines, trending hats on runway trends for winter 2020/2021, MAA news and more! Hat cover by Karin Groenendijk
  • Out of stock
    In this issue along with the wall/desk planner for 2021:
    • Interview with Prudence Millinery
    • Trends S/S 2021
    • Rain or shine weatherproofing
    • Workroom technique 'Felt remnants' by Marianne Jongkind
    • Thinking Outside the Block with Denise Innes-Spencer
    • Marketing during a pandemic from Judith Mishler
  • Hatlines Summer issue is here! In this issue, The Royal Ascot, NHV Hat Competition, Barcelona Hat Stroll and much more. Hat cover by Isabelle Soetaerts
  • Hatlines Winter issue is here! In this issue, are an interview with Stephen Jones, Pitti Uomo 105, Derby Day Hamburg and much more.
  • Hatlines Summer issue is here! In this issue, are images of the World Hat Walk, Barcelona Hat Days, Royal Ascot and much more.
  • Hatlines Spring issue is here! In this issue, are 20 Years of Hat Competition, Interview with Ann Tomlin, and much more.
  • Hatlines Fall issue is here! In this issue, are Foldable Follies Winners, NHV Hat Contest, Goodwood Revival and much more.
  • Hatlines Fall issue is here! In this issue, are an interview with Jasmin Zorlus, The Royal Polo at the Palace, Barbie Hats and much more.
  • Hatlines Summer issue is here! In this issue, are an interview with illustrator Piet Paris, The Royal Ascot, Barcelona Hat Stroll, 2023 Summer Trends and much more. Hat cover by Piet Paris
  • Hatlines Sprin issue is here! In this issue, are an interview with Niki Bierling, 2023 Spring Trends and much more. Hat cover by BibergHats
  • Hatlines Winter issue is here! In this issue, are an article about the Cristobal Balenciaga exhibition, NHV Hat Day and much more. Hat cover by Wies Mauduit
  • Hatlines Autumn issue is here! In this issue, are an article introducing the Sadie James Hat Co., an interview with Jacobine Bekkers and much more. Hat cover by Sadie James
  • Hatlines Spring issue is here! In this issue, are an article about visual artist Miranda Vissers, The Hat Collection of Lizzy van Lawick van Pabst, color trends and much more. Hat cover by Marie Etkind
  • Hatlines Winter issue is here! In this issue, are an article about The Hague called Ladies Paradise, techniques to design your own label and event reviews Mut Zum Hut, Goodwood Revival, NHV Hat Day and much more. Hat cover by Laura Del Villaggio of Milli Starr
  • Hatlines Summer issue is here! In this issue, are an interview with Vintage Hatter,  The Headware style of Marina, Event reviews the Royal Ascot, NHV National Hat Day, Passejada AMB Barret and much more. Hat cover by Elisabeth Koch
  • Hatlines Summer issue is here! In this issue, are an interview with Vintage Hatter,  The Headware style of Marina, Event reviews the Royal Ascot, NHV National Hat Day, Passejada AMB Barret and much more. Hat cover by Elisabeth Koch
  • Hatlines Spring issue is here! In this issue, are an interview with Bettina Thomas,  The Headware style of Amber Butchart and much more. Hat cover by Vera Klomp
  • Hatlines Winter issue is here! In this issue, ar ane interview interview with Elisabeth Koch, the hat collection of Kim Butteriss, a report about the NHV Hat Day and the NHV Hat Competition 2020, news from the Millinery Association of Australia. Hat cover by Mirjam Nuver
  • In this issue:
      • 2023 Monthly Planner
      • Millinery Material Guide
      • Louise McDonald
      • and more...
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