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Distressed Hat Workshop

Learn to shape, sand, and burn felt into a one-of-a-kind distressed hat in a Downtown LA studio.

Heller Hats

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2.5 hours

Downtown LA

1 to 4 guests

$950

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What you'll do

Looking for a unique creative experience in Los Angeles? Step into my Downtown LA studio and learn how to distress a hat with intention.

This hands-on workshop is focused entirely on texture, character, and controlled edge burning. You’ll start with a quality fur felt hat, and I’ll guide you through the exact techniques I use in my own Heller Hats studio.

This is not about making something perfectly clean. It’s about building depth, warmth, and personality into felt.

During this workshop, you’ll learn:

How to safely use steam to shape and refine the crown and brim
Sanding techniques to create natural wear and layered texture
Controlled burn methods for edge detailing
How to add warmth and tonal variation through distressing
Final shaping and finishing for a polished but lived-in look

By the end of the session, you’ll leave with a fully distressed custom hat that feels personal and powerful.

This workshop is beginner-friendly and limited to small groups so everyone gets direct guidance. Perfect for creatives, date nights, birthday celebrations, team building, or anyone wanting a memorable thing to do in Los Angeles.

Location: Private studio in Downtown Los Angeles (Arts District). A waiver is required due to specialty tools and torch use.

Limited seats available per session.

Upcoming dates for Distressed Hat Workshop

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 3:41pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

470 upcoming dates between 16 Nov 2026 and 31 Dec 2027.

Mon, Nov 16 2026, 10am-12:30pm
Tue, Nov 17 2026, 10am-12:30pm
Tue, Nov 17 2026, 11am-1:30pm
Wed, Nov 18 2026, 10am-12:30pm
Thu, Nov 19 2026, 10am-12:30pm
Fri, Nov 20 2026, 10am-12:30pm
Sat, Nov 21 2026, 10am-12:30pm
Sun, Nov 22 2026, 10am-12:30pm
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What you'll get

One premium fur felt hat
All tools and materials needed
Guided instruction throughout the session
Protective hat box and bag
Non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks

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Knowledge required

Beginner-friendly. No prior hat-making experience is required.

Ages 18+ due to the use of specialty tools and a torch.

What to bring

. Any personal feathers, pins or small trinkets you’d like to incorporate (optional)
Clothes you’re comfortable working in

Everything else is provided.

Location

610 South Main Street Unit 614, Los Angeles, CA

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Heller Hats

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My name is Christopher Jay Heller, and I'm a self-taught craftsman who stumbled upon the enchanting world of hat-making quite serendipitously. After realizing that styling celebrities was satisfactory but not quite where my heart lies, I turned to create headwear that tells a story and reflects individuality. My journey has been richly influenced by my background in social work, where uplifting and nurturing the youth in my community has carved out the artist I am today.

With each unique hat I craft, I pour my passion into creating visually stunning pieces that resonate deeply with those who wear them. It brings me immense joy to lead others into exploring their own creative energies, helping them to express their personal style as they don my creations. Sharing this beautiful art form is my mission, and I find fulfillment in every stitch, every color, and every design. Together in this wonderful craft, we can celebrate creativity and individuality in ways that add a beautiful touch to our lives.

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