Millinery Crinoline
Trish Millinery supplies high-quality crinoline for hat making and millinery. Lightweight yet structured, crinoline is one of the most versatile materials used in creating trims, brims and decorative elements for hats and fascinators. Suitable for both professional milliners and beginners, it offers flexibility, durability and endless creative possibilities. Ideal for shaping trims, reinforcing bows and creating elegant millinery designs.
Crinoline for Hat Making and Millinery
Crinoline is a lightweight, open-weave material widely used in millinery for shaping and embellishing hats and fascinators. Its springy yet flexible structure makes it ideal for creating sculptural designs, dramatic trims and refined decorative elements.
Available in a variety of colours, widths and pleated variations, crinoline provides milliners with exceptional creative freedom. Many types feature a gathering thread woven through one edge, allowing for easy shaping and manipulation.
The History of Crinoline
Originally, crinoline referred to a stiff fabric made from horsehair (“crin”) and cotton or linen, used in the mid-19th century to support skirts and underskirts. Today’s millinery crinoline retains the structural qualities of the original material while offering modern versatility and ease of use.
Uses of Crinoline in Millinery
Crinoline is one of the most versatile materials in hat making. It is commonly used for:
- Creating decorative trims and sculptural elements
- Forming lightweight brims and fascinators
- Reinforcing bows and embellishments
- Adding texture and dimension to designs
- Enhancing both contemporary and vintage-inspired headwear
Its flexibility allows milliners to produce elegant and innovative creations with ease.
Tips for Working with Crinoline
Press
Before using flat crinoline, press it gently with a warm iron. Always use a pressing cloth to prevent the synthetic fibres from melting onto the iron’s soleplate.
Bind
Crinoline frays when cut, so edges should be bound or covered with ribbon. Ends can also be gathered and secured with thread and a small dab of glue.
Wire
Stitching millinery wire along the edge allows you to shape crinoline into sculptural forms. For best results, colour white cotton-covered wire before attaching it. Suitable colour sprays are available in our range.
Experiment
Crinoline is highly adaptable. It can be gathered, folded, rolled or manipulated to create unique textures and shapes. With practice, milliners can achieve a wide variety of striking design effects.
Suitable for Professionals and Beginners
Whether you are an experienced milliner or just starting out, crinoline is an essential material for hat making. Its ease of use and versatility make it a staple in both professional workshops and creative studios.
Crinoline – Common Questions
Yes. We ship millinery supplies across Australia and internationally, with delivery options available at checkout.
We supply a wide range of millinery materials including sinamay, crinoline, hat bases, veiling, feathers, trims and essential components used in hat making.
Yes. Our range includes materials suitable for all skill levels, from beginners learning hat making to experienced milliners.
Yes. Trish Millinery is run by milliners, and many of the materials we offer are used in our own workshop. This allows us to supply products that are practical, reliable and suited to real hat making.
Yes. Trish Millinery supplies materials used in our own workshop, making them suitable for professional milliners as well as designers and students.