All items are hand made by me or selected to express my taste. Some are made for me and follow my ethos, my eye for detail and equality, enjoy !
All items are hand made by me or selected to express my taste. Some are made for me and follow my ethos, my eye for detail and equality, enjoy !
Want to learn millinery? Come to Julie's studio in an original 1851 stables building within the JamFactory Artisan Studios at Seppeltsfield Winery South Australia.
Learn how to create amazing hats, from the expert
Learn in a professional intensive studio environment
Discover the hand making process and create a piece of wearable art
millinery intensive dates are set for 2024
23 - 25 February 2024 11am till 5pm Thursday Friday Saturday
18 - 20 April 2024 11am till 5pm Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday and Monday
22 - 24 June 2024 11am till 5pm Thursday Friday Saturday
25 - 27 July 2024 11am till 5pm Friday Saturday and Sunday
21 - 23 November 2024 11am till 5pm Thursday Friday Saturday
Learn how to make hats, curve feathers, make a summer straw hat or a winter felt hat or fascinator to a high level with like minded people - from the expert! Everyone welcome, all skill levels from absolute beginners to skilled.
Book early for the best dates and times and accommodation options for you and your group. You will adore the hand making process, you will be amazed at the 'tricks' and you will expand your knowledge of hand making hats, bows, headbands, and special trims. Below are some accommodation options within easy walking distance of my studio
Discover the 'how to' if you are a beginner. You will expect to make at least one hat (summer straw or winter felt) Some of the smaller items and tools that you need will be supplied or available at a small charge. Materials to make your hat/s available at cost. Use any material you like to make a hat Julie will know the best way to put it together. Other classes are run at the JamFactory and include Gardener Knives your stay could also include a Centennial Cellar Experience at Seppeltsfield Gift vouchers are also available.
Phoebe :) 2024
1 March 2024 : I loved the workshop. I had quite an unconventional hat idea and Julie really got behind it, bringing enthusiasm and fresh ideas as we worked towards the final product. I learnt so much in 3 days. The jam factory was an inspiring place to be and it was an extra bonus to meet all the other artists/craftspeople at work. A fantastic experience! 5 stars!
Phoebe working on her ‘Jellyfish’ Hat 2024
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Jeanette 2022 :
5 days of learning hat making with Julie was fun and so very fascinating. I loved being immersed in her workshop with freedom to create and embellish under her expert guidance and tutelage. I made 2 winter hats which I will love wearing. Thank you Julie.
Jeanette with the hat she made 2022
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Marcia 2022 :
23 Jul 2022 : A fabulous week of learning and creating with the guidance of a Millinery master and beautiful soul.
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Dallas Seager 2017
Thank you Julie for the best week. I learnt some amazing things and created the best stuff. You are a great teacher. The surroundings were fabulous and I found my inner creativity. Highly recommend this for everyone. Thanks heaps Julie I had the best week. I will try and get back there next year for a top up x
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Jody Quackenbush
27 Dec 2016 : Julie is an experienced and generous teacher I made some wire frame hats and one on a block . Really enjoyed the experience.
The Studio 2022
23 Jul 2022 - Marcia working on her 1920’s Cloche Hat