Spring Millinery Class Schedule 2026

Hat Making Workshops in Naas, Co. Kildare.

Join Irish milliner Nessa Cronin for hands-on millinery classes this Spring. 

Designed for beginners and improvers who want to learn traditional millinery techniques in a relaxed, supportive setting.

All materials supplied.

Small class sizes.

No experience necessary.

Create your own headpiece.

Location: 1st Floor Unit 10D Southern Link Bus Pk, Naas, Co. Kildare W91 HH39 (over SoSew)

Book 8th March
Book 14th March
Book 22nd March

Find out more about each class by clicking the link below.

 

Sunday 8th March: Introduction to FreeForm Sinamay €180

Saturday 14th March: Flat Pattern Sinamay €180

Sunday 22nd March: Bias Sinamay Swirls €180

 

 MORE DATES ANNOUNCED SOON

No experience necessary.

All materials supplied.

I promise, you will be amazed at what you will be able to make. You will not only leave the day with beautiful pieces to wear, but you will be bursting with pride.

Treat yourself to the magic of millinery. There is no other craft like it, you can't do it wrong! Let me help you find your natural creativity.

Who are these hat making courses for?

- Complete beginners

- Creative hobbyists

- Fashion and craft enthusiasts

- Those attending weddings or race events

- Anyone who has always wanted to learn millinery

Frequently Asked Questions about Millinery Classes

Do I need sewing experience?

No previous millinery or sewing experience is required, you'll be well able.

What do I need to bring?

Just yourself, all materials are provided.

Do I get to keep the piece I make?

Yes of course. You've created it from scratch, it's yours to treasure. 

 

  If group classes are not for you, book in for a 1:1

I am also available for private one to one lessons at a cost of €350 a day (11am to 5pm) All materials supplied. Or bring a friend, for a total cost of €450.  

 

 

Looking for something more personalised than a group workshop?

In addition to our Spring 2026 group classes, private 1:1 millinery tuition in Ireland is available by appointment in Naas, Co. Kildare.

These bespoke sessions are ideal if you:

  • Prefer individual guidance

  • Want to focus on a specific technique (felt blocking, sinamay shaping, wiring, finishing)

  • Are exploring millinery professionally


What to Expect in a 1:1 Millinery Session

Your private class is tailored entirely to your goals and skill level.

You may choose to focus on:

  • Felt hat blocking techniques

  • Sinamay headpiece construction

  • Advanced wiring and finishing

  • Structural problem solving

  • Design development guidance

All tools and materials can be provided, or you may bring your own project to develop.


Who 1:1 Hat Making Tuition Is For

Our private millinery classes in Kildare are especially suited to:

  • Emerging milliners

  • Fashion students

  • Creatives wanting focused, uninterrupted instruction

Because the session is entirely dedicated to you, progress is often faster and more technically detailed than in a group class.


Booking a Private Millinery Class

Private 1:1 millinery tuition is available on selected dates throughout Spring 2026.

Sessions are limited and advance booking is essential.

Find out about One to One Classes