Create your own custom hat
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Experience hosted by Martina
3 hours
Includes drinks
Up to 4 people
Hosted in English
What you'll do
For the first time Makadora is opening their doors for all hat lovers to come and work alongside our esteemed Hat-maker to create their own hats. You will not only get an opportunity to learn the creative proces behind this rare art form but you will also leave with a custom hat you can cherish forever.
This 3 hr workshop will be run in 3 parts:
Part 1: TAILOR
In the first hour you will receive a customized measurement by the Hat-maker which will determine your perfect hat size! We will then allocate your hat block as well as teach you how to use each antique Hat-making tool. You will then choose the colour of felt you would like to use to create your custom hat.
Part 2: SHAPE
During this segment you will learn how to block your hat using our antique tools and create the final shape of your masterpiece. You will receive a live demonstration from the Hat-maker and she will work with you to perfect your shape.
Part 3: DESIGN
The final segment of the workshop is the most creative! You will choose the materials you want to use for your final hat design and start putting together the detailing you envision. During this process the Hat-maker will be there to help you finish your design and brainstorm creative ideas on how you can give your hat its your own unique touch!
*Each hat created on the day will receive a personalised signage with your initials in the hat
Other things to note
All participants will be using our antique Hat-making tools and will need basic sewing skills to completely the design of their hat
This 3 hr workshop will be run in 3 parts:
Part 1: TAILOR
In the first hour you will receive a customized measurement by the Hat-maker which will determine your perfect hat size! We will then allocate your hat block as well as teach you how to use each antique Hat-making tool. You will then choose the colour of felt you would like to use to create your custom hat.
Part 2: SHAPE
During this segment you will learn how to block your hat using our antique tools and create the final shape of your masterpiece. You will receive a live demonstration from the Hat-maker and she will work with you to perfect your shape.
Part 3: DESIGN
The final segment of the workshop is the most creative! You will choose the materials you want to use for your final hat design and start putting together the detailing you envision. During this process the Hat-maker will be there to help you finish your design and brainstorm creative ideas on how you can give your hat its your own unique touch!
*Each hat created on the day will receive a personalised signage with your initials in the hat
Other things to note
All participants will be using our antique Hat-making tools and will need basic sewing skills to completely the design of their hat
For the first time Makadora is opening their doors for all hat lovers to come and work alongside our esteemed Hat-maker to create their own hats. You will not only get an opportunity to learn the creative proces behind this rare art form but you will also leave with a custom hat you can cherish forever.
This 3 hr workshop will be run in 3 parts:
Part 1: TAILOR
In the first hour you will receive a cus…
This 3 hr workshop will be run in 3 parts:
Part 1: TAILOR
In the first hour you will receive a cus…
Martina's commitment to safety
This host committed to Airbnb’s COVID-19-related safety and cleaning guidelines—including adhering to social distancing guidelines, practicing good hygiene, and ensuring that all participants wear a mask.
What's included
- Drinks
From $254
/ person
- 5 Reviews
- Identity verified
Martina from Makadora Hats is the only Hat Maker/Milliner based in Auckland, New Zealand. She is a self taught, esteemed maker, innovating the traditional way of crafting a hat! Each hat created at Makadora is completely bespoke and only one of each exists worldwide.
Where you'll be
This venue is the Makadora Hats creative space based in Auckland, New Zealand. Decked out with our state of the arts Hat-making tools and materials & felts in every colour!
Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews.
Martina is amazing, and this was such a fun experience! Her knowledge of hat making is excellent, and she has great personal stories. I felt well taken care of, and truly got to make an amazing, unique hat myself! Martina gives great guidance, but you really do the process yourself which is awesome. Lots of options on details that make your hat reflect your personality. Martina is friendly and easy-going, and I’m leaving New Zealand with the best, wearable souvenir!
Martina is amazing, and this was such a fun experience! Her knowledge of hat making is excellent, and she has great personal stories. I felt well taken care of, and truly got to ma…
Martina is truly amazing and such a sweetie!! She was very welcoming and super fun! Not only did we create a beautiful hat piece together, it was just exciting to learn from another creative artist. She was so gracious even answering my touristy questions! I couldnt be happier with my custom souvenir! I wore it throughout my trip and received complements everywhere I went!! Definitely recommend!!
Martina is truly amazing and such a sweetie!! She was very welcoming and super fun! Not only did we create a beautiful hat piece together, it was just exciting to learn from anothe…
My mom and I had an amazing time making our own custom hats. It was just the two of us, so we had ample time to select our desired color of base and then steam, stretch, and decorate it to our heart's content. We loved getting to stretch our creative muscles and walk away with gorgeous and functional keepsakes from our trip to NZ.
My mom and I had an amazing time making our own custom hats. It was just the two of us, so we had ample time to select our desired color of base and then steam, stretch, and decora…
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Things to know
Cancellation policy
Any experience can be canceled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase, or at least 7 days before the experience starts.
Guest requirements
Up to 4 guests ages 18 and up can attend.
What to bring
Creativity & Imagination