About this Event
🕊️ About This Session
Step inside our light-filled Amsterdam studio for a private couture masterclass in traditional millinery. Guided by our lead designer, you will learn the art of hand-wiring and shaping rare 1950s deadstock European stamens into a custom, everlasting stamen crown to cherish for a lifetime.
🤍Why You’ll Love It
Shared Bonding Ritual 🕊️:
Gathering with your mother, father, siblings, best friends, or fiancé(e) creates a grounding, quiet space amidst the whirlwind of wedding planning—giving you a priceless, intimate memory of connection to carry into your new chapter.
Match Your Look 👗:
Don't forget to bring your wedding dress (or at least high-quality pictures of it!). We will help you curate the perfect floral textures and tones to flawlessly complement your bridal attire.
Forever Keepsake ⏳:
Unlike fresh or dried floral headpieces that wilt, shatter, or fade over time, the crown you craft is built to last forever—turning your wedding accessory into a timeless heirloom you can cherish for a lifetime.
🤍 What’s Included in Your Ticket
💎 Rare Vintage Materials Included:
Access to our private collection of 1950s deadstock stamens, wires, and crafting tools (€200+ material value).
Personal Touches: Ribbons and silk flowers are not provided, but you are welcome to bring your own! Please notify us in advance so we can incorporate them into your design.
🪡 Intimate 1-on-1 Guidance:
Direct, personal instruction throughout the session to ensure a flawless execution and high-end finish.
🍵 Treats & Drinks:
Enjoy a curated selection of Japanese teas, herbal infusions, specialty coffee, and treats while you create.
🎁 Packaging:
Transport and store your finished crown in protective packaging.
📸 Polaroid Keepsake:
A complimentary studio Polaroid portrait to take home alongside your crown.
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About GEM SESSIONS:
GEM SESSIONS is an Amsterdam-based creative studio. Its name plays on "jam sessions," reflecting a collaborative, experimental spirit centered on jewelry making.
Founded by Sayaka Yamamoto—a Japanese designer with over 25 years of experience in fashion, jewelry, and product design—the studio has welcomed over 100 participants since 2023.
GEM SESSION has been offering bespoke workshops since 2023, with over 100 satisfied participants. It’s more than just building new skills—it’s about self-discovery and learning how to embrace who you truly are.
www.gem-sessions.com
Event venue & nearby stays
Rijnsburgstraat 74, 74 Rijnsburgstraat, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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