Are you a hat lover, and would you like to learn how to make your own hat? This one-day course 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 make a fascinator base, manipulate sinamay straw, use wire, work with veiling and learn traditional millinery stitches.

The class will take place in Elena's cozy studio in Central London. The class will begin with a short introduction to hat making, different hat styles, trimmings, and materials. Then you will learn how to make…

Things to remember

All materials are included, no need to bring anything. Tea/coffee and snacks will be served during the workshop.

Stylish bags will be provide to carry your hats home. However, for those looking for an extra touch of elegance, we have hat boxes available for purchase in the studio.

Polly - 3 December 2022

Elena is an amazing teacher, so patient and personable, she is very detailed oriented and talented, I had a fantastic time!

Darling Leeman - 2 March 2022

We had the most wonderful evening. She was sooooo accommodations and thoughtful. We made fabulous facinators which we will cherish. Lots of laughter and light funny stories.

Heather - 28 January 2020

A fantastic workshop! I am so pleased with my fascinator and learned a number of different skills to be able to recreate at home. Elena is a brilliant teacher and wonderfully creative. Wholeheartedly recommend!

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Private BookingFor groups of 1 to 4 guests

£95

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We ensure quality. If your class doesn't reach your expectations, we'll give your money back.

Age Requirement

All students under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

Flexible cancellation policy

Any class can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase. See cancellation policy.

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Elena Shvab Millinery

Elena Shvab is a London-based milliner and textile designer. After graduating with a BA Textile Design at the University of Arts London, she pursued the internationally renowned HNC in Millinery at Kensington and Chelsea College. With apprenticeships at acclaimed milliners she honed her skills further, and eventually set her own label.

She creates two seasonal collections a year. Alongside these main collections, she offers a bespoke commissioning services for private clients around the world. Some of these works can be spotted at major events like the Royal Ascot and the Melbourne Cup Carnival.

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