About this tour
Block out three hours in Paris to shape your own felt or straw hat alongside a designer who's crafted headpieces for high-profile musicians and worked in ateliers at Chanel, Hermès, and Balmain. You'll work with quality materials, add your choice of trimmings, and leave with a wearable piece you've built by hand. Coffee and water included.
Highlights
- Design and construct a hat from merinos wool felt or straw
- Learn techniques from a luxury fashion house trained artisan
- Choose from ten euros' worth of decorative accessories
- Take home your finished creation same day
- Small group setting in central Paris
What to expect
You'll arrive at the studio and meet the founder, who'll walk you through blocking, shaping, and basic millinery technique. Expect hands-on work at a table with your chosen base—felt or straw—plus needles, thread, and an assortment of ribbons, feathers, or beads to personalise your design. The instructor will demonstrate, then step back to let you lead, offering guidance as you shape the crown and brim. By hour three, you'll be stitching your final trim and inspecting your finished hat. Coffee and tea available throughout.
Good to know
Arrive ten minutes early. The experience suits all fitness levels but isn't suitable for those with spinal injuries due to seated handwork. Children must be accompanied by an adult. The studio is wheelchair accessible with nearby public transport.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.