Sinamay & Pinok-Pok

All sizes are approximate measurements of Natural stock, some may shrink during dying as the natural fibres ‘relax’.

All are a standard width of 91cm (1 Yard) unless otehrwise specified.

All prices are GBP (£) & Ex-VAT.

Sinamay is a versatile and popular hat-making material derived from the dried stalks of the abaca tree, native to the Philippines. Known for its durability and lightness, sinamay is a go-to choice for creating fashionable and elegant hats for special occasions such as weddings, races, and garden parties.

This material offers hat makers a wide range of possibilities due to its pliability, allowing for intricate designs such as sculptural shapes, delicate twists, and ornate embellishments. Its natural fibers also lend a subtle sheen to the finished product, adding a touch of sophistication.

Whether sculpted into wide-brimmed hats perfect for shielding from the sun or fashioned into dainty fascinators for a touch of whimsy, sinamay provides the perfect canvas for creativity. Its breathable nature ensures comfort for the wearer, making it an ideal choice for all-day events.

Overall, sinamay continues to be a beloved material in the world of millinery for its beauty, versatility, and timeless appeal.

  • Our Sinamay is sourced direct from the weavers in the Philippines, shipped to the UK where it is Dyed & Stiffened using only dyes which are approved by the E.U & UK governments. No Mercury & No AZO Dyes.

  • In the late 1980’s, Baxter Hart & Abraham Ltd, in partnership with Alan Fischer & Barford Bros. Ltd are the first to source, stiffen, dye, block & commercialise the use of Sinamay in the Millinery trade - We even built the first machines to Dye & Stiffen from scratch!

  • We can offer custom colours for orders of >100m in any of or a mixture of; Plain Sinamay, Window Sinamay or Pinok-Pok (Approx. 2-3 week lead time, physical colour sample required).

Plain Sinamay:

Dyed & stiffened - £9.00 per m or £8.50 for 10m+

Natural, White, Ivory, Navy, Midnight, Black & S+S2024

74cm (30") - Gold, Mauve, Sea Green, Flannel Grey, Oatmeal Pink & Maroon - £5.00 per m or £4.00 for 10m+

Window / Basket Weave Sinamay:

Natural, White, Ivory, Navy, Midnight, Black & S+S2024 - £10.00 per m or £9.00 per m for 10m+

Pinok-Pok:

Natural (unstiffened), White, Ivory, Navy, Midnight, Black & S+S2024

Dyed & Stiffened - £14.00 per m or £13.50 per m for 10m+

Unstiffened Natural - £12.50 per m

Lurex Sinamay:

£10.00 per m or £9.00 for 10m+

  • Natural & Gold

  • Ivory & Gold

  • Ivory & Silver

  • Black & Gold

  • Black & Silver

  • Navy & Gold

  • Navy & Silver

Patterned & Polka Dot Sinamay:

£10.00 per m or £9.00 for 10m+

  • Natural base with Large Black Dots

  • Natural base with Small Black Dots

  • Natural base with Large Midnight Dots

  • Ivory base with Small Midnight Dots

  • Ivory base with Large Old Rose Dots

  • Black base with Animal Print Motiff

  • Natural base with Snake Print

Polyester Abaca:

Plain Polyester Abaca - £10.00 per m

  • Grey, Lt Grey, Ivory, Saffron, Lemon, Wine, Raspberry, Flannel Blue, Mint & Amethyst.

Gingham Polyester Abaca - £10.00 per m

  • Ivory base with Black, Red, Camel or Teal.

Silk Abaca:

£20.00 per m

  • Ivory, Blush, Red, Peony, Silver, Teal, Petunia, Navy, Midnight & Black (Pictured below on PC).