The Spindle

A series where creative ideas begin with a hat. Hosted by Sophie Allport, this monthly community conversation features special guests, industry trends and events, and a look at what’s happening across the world of millinery. It’s all about staying connected, feeling inspired, and supporting your creativity.

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  • The Milliner’s Guide to Glue - House of Adorn

    Sylvia from House of Adorn joins us to discuss their practical Glue Guide, designed to help you choose the most suitable adhesive for different millinery materials and projects. Learn what to consider before gluing, with essential safety tips and practical advice to help you get the best results ...

  • Hat Headlines - June

    This month, we’re sharing some of your creative work, exploring tips for working with crinoline, chatting about choosing the right glue for the job, and checking out what’s new on Studio+.
    🔗 Featured Links ▾
    Showcase
    ▸ @cynthiajonesbrysonmillinery
    ▸ @fsmillinery_
    Studio Q&A
    ▸ Crinoline Collection...

  • Hattember Highlights - Catherine Kelly

    Join Catherine Kelly as she shares spectacular Hattember creations, reveals this year’s themes, and celebrates the creativity this event continues to spark in the millinery community.

    🔗 Featured Links ▾
    ▸ Hattember Registration
    ▸ Hattember Website
    ▸ @hattember

  • 22nd Barcelona Hat Stroll - Cristina de Prada

    Organised by Cristina de Prada and Nina Pawlowsky, The Barcelona Hat Stroll showcases the creativity and community spirit of milliners and hat enthusiasts. Take a look at the 2026 event and some of the beautiful moments it brought to life.
    ▸ See more from Barcelona Hat Stroll

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  • Choosing The Right Hat Block - Darryl Osborne

    Choosing the right hat block can make all the difference to how your piece comes together. In this episode, we explore block types, sizing, and when to invest in something custom. Along the way, we share a few personal insights, common challenges, and guidance to help you build a block collection...

  • Melbourne Cup Style - Angela Menz

    We catch up with Angela Menz from On Track, On Trend to chat about the latest in racing fashion. Angela shares her reflections from the Melbourne Cup Carnival, including a look at her stunning Millinery Award entry and the inspiration behind the design. Take a look at some emerging trends and enj...

  • Spindle Share

    Whether you have a lesson question, photos of your work, or something you’d like to share, we’d love to hear from you.
    » https://hatacademy.com/page/spindle-share