
JO'S JOURNAL
Musings from the studio workroom.
WELCOME
Welcome to the online Salon! I'm pleased to share my work with you.
As a milliner, I believe that hats are not just accessories, but statement pieces that can elevate your ensemble and express your personal style. I meticulously craft headwear by hand with a focus on quality materials and construction.
Thank-you for joining me on this journey and I look forward to creating beautiful pieces for you to enjoy.
Jo's Journal

The M'DAM Collection
In a world of abundance and repetition, these pieces stand apart— fashioned slowly from antique and vintage materials to honour the quality of bygone eras and modern sustainable practices..
The M'DAM Collection
In a world of abundance and repetition, these pieces stand apart— fashioned slowly from antique and vintage materials to honour the quality of bygone eras and modern sustainable practices..

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...