Accessory Design: Create a Headband Collection
A course by Betto GarcíaArt Director, Artisan, and Hat Designer
A course by Betto García, Art Director, Artisan, and Hat Designer
Explore different fashion styles to create your first collection of versatile and trendy hair accessories step by step
When it comes to fashion accessories, the headband is without doubt one of the most versatile and popular of all time. According to art director and hat designer Betto García, who has designed for the British royal family and celebrities like Cardi B, Rosalía, and Penelope Cruz, the secret is in choosing nothing but the best materials and fabrics.
In this course, get to know a diverse range of techniques to make your own headbands and hair accessories and get started in the world of fashion. Look at how to create volume, add decorative beading, and accentuate and experiment with your designs. To continue your creative journey with Betto García, head over to Design and Creation of Hats from Start to Finish.
What will you learn in this online course?
15 lessons & 15 downloads
Fabrics and materials
6 minutes, 10 seconds
References and mood board
11 minutes, 48 seconds
Basic flat headband 1
17 minutes, 11 seconds
Basic flat headband 2
6 minutes, 20 seconds
Introduction and preparation of moulage
6 minutes, 35 seconds
Moulage headband finishes 1
15 minutes, 18 seconds
What's included in this course?
Betto García gets started by telling you how he fell in love with fashion, particularly accessories, and how he managed to set up his very own brand. He also talks about some of his influences when it comes to creating his collections.
Take a look some of the current headband trends, and the materials needed to craft your own, before creating a mood board for your final project and selecting the colors and fabrics.
Start with a basic or flat headband, which you can keep simple or adorn with some decorative pieces. Then, discover the padded headband, one of the main trends in recent years.
Betto explains the moulage technique and how to apply it to basic headbands, as well as types of stitches and knots for finishing off your piece. Learn how to embroider beading to make jewel headbands.
As well as knowing how to physically make your headbands, you have to know how to sell them and present them to the world via social media. Betto wraps up the course by showing you how to create a set for taking photographs and the perfect packaging.
What is this course's project?
Create three original designs that stand out for their shape and finish.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in fashion and all things artisanal.
Requirements and materials
No prior sewing experience is needed to take this course.
As for materials, you need a basic sewing kit, fabrics, the base of a headband, trimming, beading, and other decorative materials.
Reviews
- 2 months ago
Aprendes a realizar tres modelos distintos de diadema para cabello y todo se explica de manera concisa y con video del proceso. Betto es un excelente maestro. Lo recomiendo mucho!
- 1 year ago
Muy interesante curso , me ayuda crear mis headbands! Gracias desde Grecia!
- 1 year ago
me parecio un curso muy interesante y fue de mucha ayuda para comenzar a emprender
- 1 year ago
No, I don't recommend, course is disappointing, The concepts presented were extremely basic and felt more suited for a preschool craft class than a design initiative. Waste of time.
- 1 year ago
Großartig! alles genau erklärt! Schritt für Schritt
Throughout his career he has worked with Spanish names like Palomo Spain on his debut collaboration at New York Fashion Week, Juan Vidal, and Outsiders Division. He has also created tailored pieces for costume designer Ana López Cobos who has showcased his work in theaters and cinemas in Esto no es la casa de Bernarda Alba (This Is Not the House of Bernarda Alba) and Salir del ropero. Among the list of celebrities who have entrusted him with commissions are international rapper Cardi B, singer Rosalía, and actors Rossy de Palma and Penélope Cruz, to name just a few.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- About Me
- Inspiration
- U2
First steps to create your collection
- Trends and usage
- Fabrics and materials
- References and mood board
- U3
Basic headbands
- Basic flat headband 1
- Basic flat headband 2
- Embossed basic headband
- U4
Moulage and jewel headbands
- Introduction and preparation of moulage
- Moulage headband finishes 1
- Moulage headband finishes 2
- Introduction and finishes of the jewel headband 1
- Introduction and finishes of the jewel headband 2
- U5
Packaging and social networks
- How to take photos for your social networks
- Packaging and care
- FP
Final project
- Accessory Design: Create a Headband Collection
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to design, craft, and embellish couture-quality headbands and hats—from choosing materials and creating mood boards to professional finishing and presenting your collections.
This is an intermediate-level course, perfect for those with basic sewing or fashion knowledge who want to refine their skills and creativity in accessory design.
You’ll need base headbands, fabrics, batting, foam, trims, pins, needles, thread, scissors, fabric glue, rhinestones, and decorative elements. The course offers options and alternatives for each technique.
You’ll learn how to research trends, draw inspiration from historical icons, organize ideas into mood boards, and translate concepts into sketches and technical sheets to build a cohesive collection.
The course covers fabric and batting covering techniques, trim application, invisible stitching, rhinestone setting, moulage, and finishing touches that add volume or texture.
You’ll discover how to set up home photo shoots, create eye-catching packaging, and present your pieces through fashion films or social media—highlighting brand image and product value.
Sources of inspiration include floral art, music, pop and surrealist art, contemporary fashion, runway shows, iconic figures like Philip Treacy, and creative use of Pinterest.