Workshops at Judith M

Feb. 28th  12p-3p

Workshop Overview: Students will explore the unique capabilities of crinoline—a lightweight, flexible material perfect for modern fascinator design. Through guided, hands-on instruction, participants will learn techniques to sculpt graceful swirls, structured loops, and airy dimensional accents to enhance their fascinator creations. 3 hours - 12p-3p - $150.00 per person Skill Level: Beginner to intermediate milliners (no prior experience with crinoline required) By the end of this bonus session, students will be able to: ● Understand the structure and properties of crinoline in millinery use ● Use steam, tension, and manipulation to sculpt fluid swirls and ribbon-like forms ● Secure crinoline shapes using millinery wire, hand-stitching, and invisible anchoring techniques ● Integrate sculpted swirls seamlessly into fascinators for added height, motion, and drama ● Explore creative variations including layered swirls, color-blending, and curled edging ● Shaping crinoline using steam and gentle pulling ● Creating smooth spirals, stacked swirls & open loops ● Stitching techniques for structure and stability ● Methods of embellishment: beads, veiling, feathers, and finishing trims ● Incorporating sculpted elements into sinamay, felt, or blocked base foundations ● Crinoline in assorted widths and colors ● Millinery needles, thread, and base construction materials ● Steam tools and shaping equipment for shared use ● Decorative accents for practice application ● Small pre-made fascinator base from the main workshop ● Personal embellishments for custom styling (optional) ● Thimble & small sewing kit (optional but recommended) Each participant will leave with at least one sculpted crinoline swirl element, ready to attach to their fascinator—and with the skills to continue crafting more at home. This bonus workshop is designed to elevate your design vocabulary, offering a lightweight, dramatic flourish to future millinery work.