Jo's Journal
Make Do and Mend Origins
My M'DAM Collection honours the “Make Do and Mend” campaign that was introduced in the United Kingdom during World War II to help people cope with shortages caused by rationing....
Make Do and Mend Origins
My M'DAM Collection honours the “Make Do and Mend” campaign that was introduced in the United Kingdom during World War II to help people cope with shortages caused by rationing....
Securing Headwear
There are many different ways to secure a headpiece and you should always feel that your piece is secure and light while wearing it. These are my tips and tricks.
Securing Headwear
There are many different ways to secure a headpiece and you should always feel that your piece is secure and light while wearing it. These are my tips and tricks.
The Tiny Bow Code
Each tiny bow on Jo Ramsay headpieces has a meaning. When you take a closer look inside one of my pieces, you'll see a small bow sewn to the back...
The Tiny Bow Code
Each tiny bow on Jo Ramsay headpieces has a meaning. When you take a closer look inside one of my pieces, you'll see a small bow sewn to the back...
Renew and Reuse
We enjoy working with the unique properties of natural fibres, particularly linen and straw and we regularly research innovations in organic fabric production. It's also satisfying to rescue vintage fabrics...
Renew and Reuse
We enjoy working with the unique properties of natural fibres, particularly linen and straw and we regularly research innovations in organic fabric production. It's also satisfying to rescue vintage fabrics...
Rescue and Reclaim
The fabric blooms that feature in my headpieces are created at the Tirra Lirra Atelier using rescued and reclaimed vintage silks and other fabrics. Each bloom at the Tirra Lirra...
Rescue and Reclaim
The fabric blooms that feature in my headpieces are created at the Tirra Lirra Atelier using rescued and reclaimed vintage silks and other fabrics. Each bloom at the Tirra Lirra...
Treasured Tools
One of my treasured collections is my antique leaf and flower-making tools that have been passed down from milliner to milliner to me.
Treasured Tools
One of my treasured collections is my antique leaf and flower-making tools that have been passed down from milliner to milliner to me.