Millinery in Mulranny Retreat Itinerary
DAY ONE – Arrival Day
- Arrival at Westport Train Station (4:00pm arrival from Dublin Heuston train)
- Private shuttle transfer to Mulranny
- Check-in and settling into accommodation
- Welcome gathering in the HATVENTURE studio with Lina Stein
- Introduction to the retreat and fellow participants
- Welcome supper
DAY TWO – Introduction to Hat Making
- Breakfast at The Main House
- Introduction to millinery materials and tools
- Learn the foundations of Sinamay hat making
- Create a “Swirled Wonder” fascinator/headpiece
- Dinner
- Optional evening studio access until 9pm
DAY THREE – SCULPT YOUR CROWN
- Breakfast
- Introduction to felt millinery and vintage wooden hat blocks
- Learn about hat shapes, face shapes, proportion and style
- Create a sculptural felt headpiece using steaming, shaping and wiring techniques
- Dinner
- Optional studio session or local Irish pub visit
DAY FOUR – Free Day
Suggested activities include:
- Visit Achill Island
- Coastal walks and photography
- Visit the National Museum of Ireland – Country Life
- Relax in local cafés or pubs
- Optional evening visit to Matt Molloy’s pub in Westport for traditional Irish music
DAY FIVE – A Stylish Felt Hat Begins
- Breakfast
- Introduction to classic felt dress hats inspired by vintage style
- Begin blocking and shaping your felt hat
- Learn stiffening techniques for crown and brim
- Dinner
- Studio open until 9pm
DAY SIX – Completion Day & Gala Dinner
- Breakfast
- Complete felt hats and finishing details
- Learn brim edging and trimming techniques
- Create Petersham ribbon bows and decorative trims
- Add plumes, beads and vintage-style linings
- Receive Lina Stein Millinery Notes
- Receive Certificate of Achievement
- Gala Dinner and celebration evening
DAY SEVEN – Departure Day
- Breakfast
- Packing and departures
- Private shuttle transfer to Westport Train Station
- Departure for Dublin Heuston Station or onward travel
