Bespoke Block Making Course
Hat Blocks are an essential part of the millinery creative process. Learn to create classic shapes or freeform contours using low cost materials often found in the studio. Whether an experienced milliner or a beginner, these techniques will allow you to tailor unique designs for your clients.
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Card Block Fundamentals
Make your own blocks using fine card on a wire frame to construct an incredibly strong block to withstand all the push and pull when blocking. With just a few household items you can make blocks in any chosen shape including a client favourite, the classic Dior Brim.
Lesson Chapters:
• Blocking ... -
Freeform Card Block
This method of free form block making will give you the chance to create a headpiece that is uniquely your design. Fine contours are often too fragile in timber but are incorporated in this technique under the direction of the award-winning Milliner, Ian Bennett.
Lesson Chapters:
• Wire Base • W... -
Foam Crown Hat Blocks
Learn how to make your own crowns, a basic dome block then carve a shaped Trilby block in foam with instruction to define shapes for male clientele. Your tutor Ian Bennett will inspire you to master his proven methods for a durable and smooth finish.
Lesson Chapters:
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Foam Brim Hat Block
Brims with an upsweep side are a favourite style of the Royals. Master how to shape a large upturned flange brim from Award winning Milliner Ian Bennett. Under his direction you will make a lightweight, strong and unique brim block at little cost.
Lesson Modules:
• Prepare Foam • Upturned Brim
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40.2 KBBespoke Block Making Supplies
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