Discover the art of modern millinery with this comprehensive guide authored by Sophie Beale. This book, published by Schiffer Books, is an essential resource for both budding and experienced milliners alike. With dimensions of 216 x 254 mm, the 160-page book was published on 28-04-2022 and aims to inspire creativity in the world of hat making.

This captivating introduction offers a blend of innovative contemporary designs and traditional millinery techniques. Whether you're working within a budget or seeking to refine your skills, this guide caters to various budgets and abilities. By exploring core millinery materials and understanding the interplay between them, you'll learn to create stunning hats, including straw hats, boaters, felt hats, veils, and more.

With clear, concise instructions, you'll be guided through over 20 engaging activities focusing on hand-sewn, sculptural, and flat-patterned hats. The book emphasizes sustainable practices in millinery, helping you nurture your design capabilities while ensuring eco-friendly choices.

Extensively illustrated with over 200 photographs and sketches, Sophie's guidance will inspire you to push the boundaries of your creativity. Each project is crafted to be digestible and adaptable, focusing on interchangeable materials and methods. Start your millinery journey today, and unleash your creativity with a book that blends artistry, skill, and sustainable practices beautifully!

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Contemporary Millinery
Author: Sophie Beale Publisher: Schiffer Books
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Dimensions: 216 x 254 mm
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 28-04-2022
A fresh and enticing introduction to the art of millinery, blending modern design and refined techniques with trusted traditional methods. Clear and concise, this book has been compiled with all budgets and a variety of skill levels in mind. Explore core millinery materials through a series of techniques based on a single wooden block and sculptural, hand-sewn, flat-patterned hats. Learn how to push the boundaries of your equipment through creative thinking and nurture your own design ability with milliner-specific design advice and exercises. You'll also learn ways of working sustainably. More than 200 photographs, sketches, and clear guidance from Sophie Beale combine to offer you over 20 activities, with instructions for 11 complete headpieces and hats, including straw hats, boaters, felt hats, veils, and more. The projects are carefully planned to make them easy to digest, each focusing on different, interchangeable materials and methods.