East Village Hats

In this online needle felting course, participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of needle felting. Participants will learn to create beautiful pieces of artwork with natural wool fibers using an ordinary needle. Students will be instructed on the impacts of needle felting on various fabrics and how to create a range of basic needle felting shapes and textures.

This draping and finishing class provides an opportunity for participants to learn the essential skills for creating a stylish couture cloche. Participants will be led by an experienced instructor and explore the design and pattern-making techniques involved in creating the hat. In addition, participants will learn specific draping techniques and finish the piece with hand-stitching.

In this course, participants will learn the traditional art of wet felting to make a stylish felt hat. From wool selection to laying out a pattern, aspiring hat makers will be taught all the skills needed to create a unique hat. By the end of the course, students can expect to have the skills and confidence to make their own felt hats.

In this interactive and hands-on session, learners will gain valuable skills in crafting their own personal felt hats. Guided by an expert instructor, participants will learn about the different types of felt, hat styles, and the process of steaming and blocking. By the end of the course, learners will have a customized, hand-crafted felt hat to their credit.

In this masterclass, participants will gain expertise in the traditional art of silk sculpting to create intricate, three-dimensional silk hats. They will learn about the different types of silks, their specific properties, and how they can be sculpted to form elegant, timeless millinery pieces. This hands-on experience elevates the craft of hat-making to new artistic heights.

This specialty class offers participants a chance to create their bespoke headdress under the guidance of renowned milliner, Veritee Hill. During this comprehensive course, participants will learn several millinery techniques, materials, and trimming methods to create a unique and beautiful creation. This workshop is a blend of professional instruction and personal creativity, suitable for all skill levels.

In this innovative class, participants will learn to utilize scraps of fabric to create stylish and unique hats. With a focus on sustainable practices, students will be guided through the process of design, pattern-making, and construction techniques. The course aims to provide all necessary skills regardless of the students’ sewing experience.

This taster class provides an introduction to Sinasilk, a method of textile design involving both dyeing and painting fabrics. Participants will learn to craft vivid and colorful designs on fabric using Sinasilk’s unique tools and obtain hands-on practice creating beautiful art. This is the perfect way to learn the fundamentals of creating art on fabric.

Learn the basics of hat-making with this sewing and textile class. Participants will gain experience in cutting patterns, pinning, and millinery methods, all while creating a stylish fedora hat. With the help of an instructor, make a fashionable accessory to take home.

In this course, you'll learn to fashion a stylish straw hat, from designing your custom-fit pattern to weaving and binding the straw piece. You will receive personal guidance on hand-stitching the hat with traditional millinery tools and techniques to help achieve your desired outcome. With practice, you'll be crafting custom straw hats like a professional in no time.