Raffia Hat Making with Milliner Jo Barr - Saturday February 22

Did you ever have a raffia hat back in the day—or wish you did? Whether you're looking to recreate that nostalgic style or craft a custom design of your own, this workshop is perfect for you!

🧵 Learn to create a one-of-a-kind raffia hat that reflects your unique style.

✨ The workshop involves plaiting and hand sewing. We'll guide you every step of the way. And if you need more time, finishing at home is always an option.

🎨 All materials and equipment provided—just bring your nimble fingers and a friendly smile!

YOUR TEACHER Jo Barr is a Milliner, wet felter, teacher and farmer based in Currabubula and has a studio near Walcha NSW, with qualifications and experiences in a range of areas including Textiles, education and training and agriculture.

Jo has had a passion for textiles most of her life that began with her grandmother teaching her to sew as a child. She studied Textiles and Design throughout her schooling and then went onto study Applied Science specialising in Textiles at University. This led to Jo being employed in a textile mill (spinning, knitting, dyeing and finishing mill) as a technician. Her work within the Textiles Industry continued for many years where she took on many different roles for various companies.

Jo has always had a love of fibres, textiles, fashion, education and agriculture and an interest in hats. She works with Australian agricultural produce (fibres) to create beautiful hats. Jo has been making hats for over 18 years. She has recently given up her full-time high school teaching job to allow her to focus on her farm and business - JAMB Hats and Millinery, conducting wet felt, raffia hat making and craft workshops to a range of audiences.