DESCRIPTION
Bridal millinery is a part of all milliners work. Expand the styling you can offer through techniques taught by bridal specialist, Suzanne Madden. Learn all her techniques and practical tips to create stunning headpieces using Swarovski crystals and pearls all on a wire frame base or comb. BoHo crowns, Gatsby designs and birdcage veiling will be loved by your bridal clientele but in alluring colours also a favourite for race days and special events.
TUTOR
Suzanne Madden has been designing jewellery, headwear, accessories, fascinators and crystal & pearl bouquets for 16 years, working with Brides and those attending Gala and Special Events. Her passion to design is evident in her stunning creations and extensive catalogue and continues to grow in today's market.
SUPPLIES
These supplies or substitute beads are available from your local craft / bead supplier.
TOOLS
Bead Tools/Kit
Burr
Small Towel/Beading Mat
Large Tray
Bead Trays
Safety Glasses
MATERIALS
Bridal Headpiece Fundamentals:
Wire 20g/22g/26g (.8/.6/.4mm)
Swarovski Pearls 4/5/8/10mm
Swarovski Crystal 4/5/8/10mm Beads
Swarovski Crystal 15x7.5mm Drop
Small Comb
Bridal Headpieces And Veiling:
Wire 16g/22g/26g (1.2/.6/.4mm)
Swarovski Pearls 4/5/6mm
Swarovski Crystals 5mm Beads
Swarovski Crystal 15x7.5mm Drop
Swarovski Crystal 16x11mm Baroque Drop
Small Combs
Needle and Thread 20cm Length of 40mm Ribbon
Fascinator Veiling – 2 x 2m lengths in 9” (Ivory and White)
Contemporary Bridal Headwear:
Wire 16g/20g/22g/26g (1.2/.8/.6/.4mm)
Swarovski Pearls 4/5/6/8/10mm
Swarovski Crystal 4/5/6mm Beads
Swarovski Crystal 15x7.5mm Drop
Swarovski Crystal 16x11mm Baroque Drop
Wide range of beading supplies: www.beadsncrystals.com.au
LESSON PLAN
• Foundation Requirements • Loops & Leaves
• Wired Flower And Buds • Flowers On Comb
Lesson Modules:
• Design Volume • Branching Style • Attach To Base
• Flat Crystal Flower • Bird Cage & Bandeau Veils
• Make Large Wire Base • Bead & Crystal Designing
• Boho Crown • Veil And Gatsby Headbands
LEARN IN YOUR OWN TIME
Return to lesson modules if you need to review specific skills.
VARIETY OF INSTRUCTION
Be inspired by technical skills, creative techniques and industry knowledge.
PASSIONATE TUTOR
With professional experience, your tutor provides a deep understanding of millinery.
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