Colour is one of my favourite things. I love mixing and matching products. I get excited when I put an order together and LOVE the combination of petersham I see on my bench. However, colour in the hat world can be challenging. What Is Colour? Scientifically, colour is another property or attribute like mass, volume, […]
Moths, mites, silverfish and other critters can make mincemeat of our precious Millinery supplies. Find out how to rid yourself of millinery pests.
No more shop? Millinery Hub has just been through a huge change. My shop is now exclusively online! This is a big change, but it’s a positive change. Let me tell you how. Yes, The Hub is still based in Oakleigh South, meaning I’m still your favourite local millinery supplier. Yes, browsing is now online in […]
Closing The Physical Shop Yes, you read it right; I’ll be closing the doors at Millinery Hub soon. Don’t worry too much. I’ll still be online. The news may come as a shock to you, but it’s no shock that the last few years have been harsh. Added to the stress COVID has brought, going […]
The word craft often looked upon with disdain in the millinery and broader community. But I think craft is unfairly banished to the realm of pink scissors, felt, and boggle eyes. No wonder when we so often see ‘kids craft projects’ splashed about the media. Many now see craft as what ‘unskilled’ mums sit down […]
Hat blocks are a big part of millinery and hat making, but it can be daunting buying hat blocks your first time. Here are some pointers to relieve some of that anxiety. Do I need a hat block? It’s possible to make hats your whole life and not use a block, but it would limit […]
Are you interested in getting involved in the world of hat making? You’re not alone! The popularity of personal fashion projects like millinery, crocheting and others has been on the rise in recent years, propelled by demand for new and relaxing hobbies that help people unwind while also exploring their creativity. While hat making might […]
An online millinery workshop can never replace an in-person workshop for many reasons, but they’re an excellent alternative. I can’t go to a millinery workshop in-person No matter where you are in the world COVID-19 has had brutal effects. For many, this means we can’t go out and do things we usually could, like go […]