Millinery and Headdresses

Aim

This unit aims to develop skills and understanding in the design and manufacture of headwear.

Learning outcomes

LO1 Be able to use traditional millinery techniques and materials

1.1 Explore structure and form through use of traditional millinery techniques

1.2 Experiment with traditional millinery materials

1.3 Demonstrate safe studio practice

LO2 Be able to use contemporary materials and construction techniques

2.1 Experiment with non-traditional materials to explore their potential use in headwear

2.2 Apply surface manipulation techniques to create texture

2.3 Create surface decoration through application of colour and pattern

LO3 Understand how to research inorder to inform design development

3.1 Carry out independent research to support personalised investigation

3.2 Produce effective original design ideas for a selected project

LO4 Be able to select and apply millinery techniques to realise design concepts

4.1 Produce a creative response through the exploration and manipulation of materials and techniques

4.2 Present a final design outcome in an appropriate professional format.